Access to Benefits Coalition

GRADD's State Health Insurance Program provides one-on-one assistance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other public and private insurance.  GRADD is also a member of the national Access to Benefits Coalition. 

The Access to Benefits Coalition is dedicated to ensuring that Medicare beneficiaries with limited means know about and make the best use of all available resources for accessing prescription drugs and reducing their costs.Coalition members share an interest in helping the millions of people with Medicare who are eligible for this Extra Help secure the prescription coverage they need to maintain their health and improve the quality of their lives.

Trained Benefits Counselors are available in all seven counties GRADD serves.  Counselors can provide:

  • Help with organizing paperwork, medical bills, prescription assistance, etc..
  • Comparisons with Long Term Care, Medigap, and Medicare Part D Policies
  • Assistance with making application for Food stamps, prescription assistance programs, Medicare's Extra Help, and other income-based benefits
  • Referrals to appropriate agencies to help the individual receive the assistance needed

ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON BENEFITS?

State, federal, and private benefit programs may help you cover expenses such as prescription drugs, rent, heating bills, meals and more.  Benefits Checkup can help you find and get the benefits you deserve.  Completing a Benefits Checkup screening questionnaire online only takes a few minutes.  It's FREE and your answers are confidential.  Click here now, to see all the help available to you.  Be sure to contact GRADD at 1-800-928-9094 or 270-926-4433, if you need assistance.  You may also email The SHIP Coordinator.    Click the Benefits Checkup logo now to complete a free, confidential screening.