Event Description Starting Medicare can be very confusing. Those initial decisions can have a long-term impact on one’s access to medical care, and people often don’t know where to turn for unbiased, expert information and assistance. The New Mexico State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) offers free, unbiased, expert information and assistance. Participants will get the grounding they need in Medicare basics to understand the implications of their choices so that they can make the best decision for their situation. An overview of resources to support New Mexicans’ independence in aging will also be included. Event presented by: