Allies in Aging Blog

October 15 – December 7, 2026 Are you unsure about your Medicare options this year? Allies in Aging Resource Center is here to help! Our Resource Center is your local ally for navigating Medicare Part D. Our certified SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) specialists offer free, unbiased support to help you: Understand your Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D) Explore cost-saving opportunities and extra help programs Review your plan’s formulary and pharmacy network

THE ANNUAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD FOR MEDICARE PART D WILL BE: OCTOBER 15TH TO DECEMBER 7th Don't wait until the enrollment period is here to start planning for next year! Get ahead of the crowd by downloading and completing the Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Worksheet today. Alternatively, you can call The Resource Center at 406-259-5212 and request to be put on the Medicare Part D Worksheet mailing list. The worksheets will be mailed out on 9/22/2026. After that date, worksheet

Medicare's Extra Help program can lower what you pay for prescription drugs with Medicare drug coverage — including $0 premiums, $0 deductibles, and lower out-of-pocket costs. That's real savings that can add up fast. You may qualify if your 2026 yearly income is below $23,940 for an individual or $32,460 for a married couple. Not sure you qualify? It’s free to apply, and it could pay. Income limits are updated each year, and your situation may have changed, too. Even a past