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Puerto Rico - Helpful State Contacts |
State Aging Agency This agency has a wide range of services and referrals for seniors. la Oficina del Gobernador para Asuntos de la Vejez877-725-4300Local Area Aging Agencies can be found at the contacts above, or by visiting www.eldercare.gov or calling 800-677-1116. State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) SHIP offers free, one-on-one,local counseling to people with Medicare and their families. la Oficina del Gobernador para Asuntos de la Vejez 877-725-4300Local SHIP counselors can be found at the contact above, or by calling800-677-1116, or visiting www.shiptalk.org or www.eldercare.gov. State Long-Term Care Ombudsman The statewide ombudsman program investigates and resolves complaints of older individuals in nursing and boardand care homes, including assisted living facilities, and advocates to protect residents’ rights and ensure quality care. Puerto Rico Governor's Office of Elder Affair 787-725-1515State InsuranceCommissioner This office has information about insurance plans and costs. They often have special resources for seniors. Oficiana del Comisionado de Seguros http://www.ocs.gobierno.pr/ 888-722-8686StateMedicaid Office This office manages the state’s Medicaid program. They also handle Medicaid enrollment. Medicaid Office of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands 787-250-0453State Protection & Advocacy(P&A) Agency This agency protects the legal rights of people with disabilities, including people on Medicaid. Oficina del Procurador de las Personas con Impedimentos http://www.oppi.gobierno.pr/800-981-4125Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regional Office Outreach Campaign Manager CMS Regional Offices play a key role in conducting outreach for the new Medicare Prescription DrugBenefit. Each office has a team dedicated to helping raise awareness and educate about the new coverage. Contact the regional campaign manager to learn more about local outreach events, schedule an...