Amended fire restrictions: Stage 1 fire restrictions in western Boulder County. Fire restrictions rescinded in eastern Boulder County.

Boulder County government offices closed Monday, Oct. 14, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The District Attorney’s Office is open Oct. 14.

Medicare Counseling

AAA Medicare Basics Classes & Counseling

Medicare Open Enrollment is Oct. 15-Dec. 7

Each year, from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, people on Medicare can review and change their prescription drug plans (Part D) or Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C).We encourage participating Medicare enrollees to connect with Boulder County’s State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Medicare Counseling Team to see if you can find lower premiums, extra benefits, or a plan that better fits your health needs.

This is the only time of the year you can change your Prescription Part D and Medicare Advantage Plans. These plans can change their costs, coverage, providers, and pharmacies, so it is important to review the current plan and see if there is a better plan for your needs in 2025.

BCAAA’s Medicare Counselors provide quality and unbiased information, assisting in the Open Enrollment Period by reviewing your current plan against other plans. Schedule an appointment by calling Boulder County’s SHIP Medicare Counseling Team at 303-441-1546. This year appointments will be available in person, on Zoom, or over the phone.

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Medicare Basics Classes

Our Medicare Basics Classes, live via Zoom, are designed for anyone wanting to understand Medicare enrollment, plans, benefits, and costs. Our program provides up-to-date, objective information and guidance when comparing and enrolling in Prescription Drug plans (Medicare Part D), Advantage Plans, and information about Supplemental insurance plans (Medigaps). We also provide guidance in the appeal process and information about resources for financial help with Medicare costs.

Find the most up-to-date offering of classes and register by clicking the dates below. Classes are currently still virtual and offered through the Zoom platform.

Medicare Counseling

Medicare Counseling

Need more personal assistance understanding Medicare? Medicare Counselors provide objective information and assistance regarding Medicare benefits, HMOs, supplemental policies, rights, and appeals. For assistance or to schedule an appointment, give us a call or send us an email!

Phone: 303-441-1546 (English y Español)

Need help? Have a question?

Click here to send us an email at medicarecounseling@bouldercounty.org

Losing Medicaid? Click here for options

Losing Medicaid?

If you recently lost (or will soon lose) Medicaid, you may be able to sign up for Medicare or change your current Medicare coverage. Don’t wait. If you qualify, you’ll have a limited time to sign up or make changes. Click here to find out more.

Medicare Facts You Should Know

  • The Affordable Care Act/Connect for Health Colorado Health Colorado is not for people with Medicare. If you have Medicare, you will continue to receive the same health care benefits you have had in the past.
  • The shingles vaccine is covered as a preventive service under Medicare Part D (prescription drug plan). If you are enrolled in a Part D plan either as an addition to Original Medicare A and B, or as part of a Medicare Advantage/Health plan (like an HMO or PPO plan), there is no copay or cost to you.
  • Medicare does not generally pay for long-term care, routine dental or eye care, dentures, cosmetic surgery, acupuncture, hearing aids and exams for fitting them, as well as routine foot care.
  • Boulder County Department of Housing and Human Services can help answer questions about Medicare Savings Programs for cost savings help for beneficiaries who qualify. For more information call 303-441-1000.
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This project was supported, in part by grant number 90SAPG0060, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy.

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Boulder County Area
Agency on Aging

Main: 303-441-1617

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Location

Sundquist Building
3482 Broadway St.
Boulder, CO 80304
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Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday


Mailing Address

PO Box 471
Boulder, CO 80306

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