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Posted: Apr 02, 2026 6:36 AMUpdated: Apr 02, 2026 6:38 AM

Elder Care Announces New Benefits Enrollment Center to Help Older Adults Access Critical Support

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Tom Davis
Elder Care announces that it has been selected to serve as a Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) through the National Council on Aging’s Center for Economic Well-Being. This new initiative will help older adults and individuals with disabilities connect with important benefits that can improve their financial security, health, and overall quality of life.
 
Through the Benefits Enrollment Center, Elder Care will provide personalized assistance to Medicare-eligible older adults and adults living with disabilities who may qualify for programs that help cover the cost of healthcare, food, and prescriptions. The program focuses on helping individuals apply for and enroll in key benefits such as Medicare Part D Extra Help (Low-Income Subsidy), Medicare Savings Programs, Medicaid, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
 
All too often older adults who qualify for these programs are unaware that help is available. Elder Care’s trained staff will provide one-on-one assistance to screen individuals for eligibility, guide them through the application process, and help ensure they successfully receive the benefits they qualify for. These programs can significantly reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs, lower prescription drug expenses, and help individuals afford nutritious food.
 
The Benefits Enrollment Center model emphasizes a person-centered approach, recognizing that everyone’s situation is unique. Staff work directly with clients to understand their needs and connect them with multiple benefits whenever possible, helping older adults access support in one convenient location rather than navigating multiple agencies on their own.
 
“This program is an important step forward for our community,” said Christina Bishop, Executive Director of Elder Care. “Many older adults live on fixed incomes and may struggle to cover basic expenses like food, healthcare, and medications. By becoming a Benefits Enrollment Center, Elder Care can help ensure that more individuals receive the assistance they need and deserve.”
 
The program will also support outreach efforts across the community to ensure that older adults and caregivers are aware of available benefits and understand how to access them.
 
Individuals who would like to learn more about the Benefits Enrollment Center or schedule a benefits screening are encouraged to contact Deanna Dodson at ddodson@abouteldercare.org or by calling (918) 336-8500.
 

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