State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Objective

To provide information, counseling, and assistance relating to obtaining adequate and appropriate health insurance coverage to individuals eligible to receive benefits under the Medicare program.

Who Can Apply

• U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
• U.S. Territory (or Possession) Government (including freely-associated states)

Grants or cooperative agreements may be made to States and U.S. Territories with approved State regulatory programs under section 1882 of the Social Security Act.

Who Benefits

Individuals eligible for Medicare benefits, including Part D drug benefits, and older persons eligible for benefits and services provided under Medicare, their families, and caregivers.

Assistance Types

• Grant

Program Contact

Margaret.Flowers@acl.hhs.gov
202-795-7315