WELCOME ABOARD

Set Sail Into Retirement


Don’t drift into retirement unprepared! Grab your passport and explore this educational series on how to navigate the unknown waters of Medicare.

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Chart Your Course to Retirement ~ Navigate Medicare, Social Security, & Beyond!

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Welcome Aboard! Set sail on your journey to retirement with confidence! Join our crew of experts from Missouri SHIP and Social Security as we help you navigate the sometimes-choppy waters of Medicare, Social Security, and workplace benefits. From deciding when to enroll to choosing the right plan, this webinar is your compass to smooth sailing ahead.

Don’t drift into retirement unprepared, let us help you map the way!

January 27, 2026 ~ 10:00am - 12:00pm

No Shirt, No Shoes, Just Medicare Basics ~ Smooth Sailing Starts Here!

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Kick off your shoes, grab a seat on deck, and get ready to cruise through the basics of Medicare! Whether you’re new to Medicare or just need a refresher, this laid-back session will help you navigate the A, B, C, and D of coverage. We’ll also drop anchor on Medicare’s Extra Help program that could potentially lower your prescription drug costs if you qualify. No jargon, no pressure, just the essentials to help you chart a course for confident healthcare decisions.

All aboard for clarity, not confusion!

February 24, 2026 ~ 10:00am - 11:00am

Set Sail for Medicare Advantage Island ~ Discover the Perks Beyond the Shore!

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Ahoy, future retirees! Ready to explore new horizons in healthcare? Cruise on over to Medicare Advantage Island, where the benefits and the options are all-in-one. In this fun and informative session, we’ll navigate the features and coverage that may make Medicare Advantage an option for your healthcare.

Leave confusion in your wake!

March 31, 2026 ~ 10:00am to 11:00am

Through the Straits of Medigaps ~ Navigate the Waters of Medicare Supplement Plans!

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Sailing through Medicare can get tricky—but don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the Straits of Medigaps with ease! Join us as we explore how Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans can help smooth out the bumps and cover the costs Original Medicare leaves behind. We’ll chart the differences and compare the plans for your healthcare decisions.

Stay afloat in your coverage—Medigap may be the lifeboat you need!

April 28, 2026 ~ 10:00am to 11:00am

Welcome to Savings Beach ~ Ride the Medicare Waves to Lower Costs!

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Grab your flip-flops and cruise on over to Savings Beach, where the Medicare tide could bring in benefits and savings! In this sunny, easy-going session, we’ll explain qualifications that could help you soak up the savings without getting caught in the undertow.

Relax, refresh, and save—Medicare just made your trip to the beach worth it!

May 26, 2026 ~ 10:00am to 11:00am

Dive into the Wellness Reef ~ Explore the Preventive Treasures of Medicare!

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Set your course for Medicare’s Prevention & Wellness Reef, where good health is the greatest treasure of all! In this upbeat, informative session, we’ll dive into the many free and low-cost preventive services Medicare covers—from screenings and vaccines to wellness visits and more. Discover how to stay shipshape and sail smoothly into healthier tomorrows.

Anchors aweigh to better health!

June 30, 2026 ~ 10:00am to 11:00am