Senior Health
Insurance Benefit
Assistance Program (SHIBA)

The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program, administered by OCWCOG on behalf of the State of Oregon,  educates and advocates for the residents in our Region about Medicare. SHIBA counselors provide one-on-one counseling and monthly Medicare classes throughout Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties.

Download the 2026 SHIBA Guide

Interested in volunteering?

Upcoming Free SHIBA Medicare Classes

This class is designed for anyone who will be eligible for Medicare within a few months or is new to Medicare. Current beneficiaries who would like a better understanding of their benefits and options will also find this course valuable. Spouses and family members are encouraged to attend to gain knowledge about Medicare and the options available for their loved ones!

Due to limited class size, advanced registration is required for all classes. Register today by calling 541-812-0849 or 541-574-2684.

Winter 2026 Classes:

  • 2/13 – 10am – 12pm, Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365
  • 2/17 – 10am – 12pm, Linn Benton Community College Benton Center – 757 Polk St, Corvallis, OR 97330

Spring 2026 Classes:

  • 4/17 – 10am – 12pm, Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365
  • 6/12 – 10am – 12pm, Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365

Summer 2026 Classes:

  • 8/28 – 1pm – 3pm, Lincoln City Senior Center – 2150 NE Oar Pl, Lincoln City 97367 (must register through Lincoln City Parks & Rec – 541-994-2131)

Fall 2026 Classes:

  • 10/16 – 10am – 12pm, Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365
  • 10/23 – 1pm – 3pm, Lincoln City Senior Center – 2150 NE Oar Pl, Lincoln City 97367 (must register through Lincoln City Parks & Rec – 541-994-2131)
  • 11/6 – 10am – 12pm, Samaritan Center for Health Education – 740 SW 9th St, Newport, OR 97365

Contact Us

Benton and Linn Counties
541-812-0849

Lincoln County
541-574-2684

Statewide
800-722-4134
State Website, click HERE

Taylor Thorn
tthorn@ocwcog.org

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