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1. Who should seek help from a benefit specialist?

Older persons who:

• Just want to know more about any private or public benefit
• Need help in organizing their paperwork and applying for benefits
• Have been denied a benefit that they are entitled to receive

2. What can a benefit specialist help you with?

• Homestead Tax Credit
• Housing Problems
• Medical Assistance
• Medicare Supplemental Insurance
• Medicare
• Power of Attorney for Health Care
• Prescription Medications
• Social Security
• Other Legal and Benefit Problems

3. Who is eligible for benefit specialist services?

Anyone 60 years of age or older who is having a problem securing a public or private benefit is eligible for the Benefit Specialist Program. There is no charge for this program, although donations are accepted.