The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs October 15 – December 7, 2026, for coverage starting January 1, 2027. HICAP offers AEP presentations titled “Medicare’s 2026 Annual Enrollment Period and Updates for 2027” via Zoom and at community sites across Santa Clara County.
Newsletter Catagories
Important News: Consumer Connection Newsletter Changes
Moving forward, the Consumer Connection Newsletter will no longer be automatically mailed to IHSS consumer mailing addresses. Instead, consumers will receive the newsletter via email.
Prepare for Medicare & Medi-Cal Changes in 2026
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs October 15–December 7, 2025, for coverage starting January 1, 2026. This is when Medicare beneficiaries can review their health and drug plans and make changes to better fit their needs.
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2025
By Marcelo Espiritu October 2024 | 2024 Fall NewsletterThe Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is open now through December 7, 2024. Each year,...
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2024
HICAP counselors can help you review changes, identify options, and plan your Medicare to meet your needs for 2024. HICAP will host AEP presentations called, “Medicare’s 2023 Annual Enrollment Period and Updates for 2024” via Zoom and at various community organizations throughout the county to keep you informed about the latest plan options and changes.
Explore Benefits from Care Management by Sourcewise
The Care Management team works with clients and their loved ones to assess their situation and develop a personalized plan that fits their social, physical, and budget needs.
Prepare for Medicare Changes in 2023
HICAP Counselors can help you review changes, identify options, and help arrange your Medicare. To meet your needs for 2023, HICAP will host AEP presentations called “Medicare’s 2022 Annual Enrollment Period and Updates for 2023” via Zoom and at various community organizations throughout the county to keep you informed about the latest plan options and changes.
COVID-19 Vaccine Medicare Fraud Alert
If anyone contacts you and asks you to share your Medicare or Medi-Cal number, or to pay for access to the vaccine, it is a guaranteed scam.
Save Money on Medications
Social Security and Medicare can help recipients who have low-income and low access to resources save money on Part D drug prescription plan premiums and copayments at the pharmacy.
Medicare Open Enrollment for 2021 Coverage
HICAP counselors can help you sort through the different options to find the best plans for you or your loved one.

