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Elder Services Announces Training For SHINE Volunteers - August 10, 2007
PITTSFIELD - Elder Services of Berkshire County Inc. will conduct training for new SHINE new volunteers in September and October.
The nine-session course for Serving Health Information Needs of Elders will familiarize volunteers with the basics of Medicare coverage, including Medicare D, Medigap insurance, and public benefit programs including MassHealth.
At the end of the training, volunteers will be qualified to assist Berkshire County elders with their health insurance choices. Volunteers work in community settings such as local councils on aging, and may also make home visits or assist with phone work. Meetings are held monthly to update information and share experiences.
An orientation meeting will be held at Elder Services, 66 Wendell Ave., on Thursday, Sept. 6, at noon. A light lunch will be provided, and current volunteers will be available to answer questions. Attendance at the orientation does not obligate anyone, but registration would be appreciated. Training will be held in Pittsfield beginning Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is no charge for the training.
Prospective volunteers do not need any previous experience in health care, insurance or law. They do need to fill out a volunteer application and be screened through the state's CORI criminal background check. An ability to listen, a willingness to learn and a commitment to elders and their needs are the primary requirements.
For more information on the program or to receive an application contact Margie Ware, regional SHINE coordinator, at Elder Services, 413-499-0524 or 1-800-544-5242, Ext.109. |
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