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• Benefits Check UP Find and enroll in federal, state, local and private programs that help pay for prescription drugs, utility bills, meals, health care and other needs.
• Elder Care Locator Phone: 1-800-677-1116. Connects older adults and caregivers to information and assistance programs in their area.
• SHIBA Helpline Phone: 1-888-680-6880. Contact the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) helpline for answers to questions about health insurance including Medicare Part D.
• Seniors Digest Resource Center Search for information about issues of interest to seniors and their families. Helpful forms, online courses, articles, brochures, and local and national directories.
• National Clearinghouse for Long-Term Care Information Comprehensive information about long-term care planning, services and financing options, along with the tools to help people begin the planning process.
• My Medicare Matters and Mi Medicare Importa (Spanish)
  For Medicare beneficiaries, their families, friends, and others interested in learning about Medicare Part D. Sponsored by the National Council on Aging.

Protect Vulnerable People

• Washington State Attorney General's Office File a complaint, learn how to protect against fraud, get assistance with legal and consumer issues
• Elder Abuse Hotline Phone: 1-866-EndHarm or 1-866-363-4276. Report abuse or neglect of a vulnerable adult or child.
• Office of the Insurance Commissioner Phone: 1-800-562-6900. The Consumer Protection Division reviews and investigates insurance related complaints. File a complaint or get information about existing complaints.

Get Active

• Active Options Find programs to help seniors stay healthy and active.
• W4A Advocacy Alerts Sign up to receive information about and take action on important legislation for older adults. Sponsored by the Washington Association of Area Agencies on Aging (W4A).
• Next Chapter Engaging baby boomers and beyond in meaningful work, service to others, learning and self-discovery.
• League of Women Voters Citizen's Toolkit Research candidates and issues and find important voter information.