Contact us ASAP if any of the following pertain to you:

you plan to retire within a few months of turning 65 (before or after)

you are turning 65 and have subsidized insurance via the Affordable Care Act

you are offered COBRA but are eligible for Medicare

you have a HSA (Health Savings Account) and will soon sign up for Medicare

you deferred Part B because you were working and now are ending your job

Welcome to Medicare Classes

HICAP provides Welcome to Medicare classes designed for Contra Costa residents. We offer live classes via ZOOM video conferencing, and we offer self-paced ONLINE modules.

Counseling Locations

HICAP offers free, impartial, one-on-one counseling to help you with anything related to Medicare.

Low Income Assistance

HICAP may be able to help you find programs to lower your Medicare costs.

Medicare Plan Information

Current year information for all Medicare premiums, plans, and supplements.

Understanding Medicare

Learn the basics about Medicare.

About HICAP

Learn about HICAP – the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program for those who are eligible for Medicare.