SHINE Volunteer Resources

Here are some suggestions when a client wants dental services:

  • A Medicare Advantage Plan that includes dental 
  • Jessie Trice Dental Center.  They charge on a sliding scale.
  • Robert Morgan technical college
  • The Smile Mission www.smilemission.com
  • Camillus House Dental

Subject: SHINE Counseling Tip! Meds

Problem:

Client cannot afford his medications.

Solutions:

  • Screen for Extra Help Low Income Subsidy -Check to see if there’s a less expensive Part D plan or Medicare Advantage Plan on www.Medicare.gov -Check to see if there’s a less expensive pharmacy for their Part D or MA plan using www.Medicare.gov
  • Check to see if there is a Patient Assistance Program to pay the meds on www.needymeds.org.   In STARS, check the box for Manufacturers Programs.
  • Check to see if there is an organization that will pay for the meds on www.needymeds.org.   I’m STARS, check the box for Manufacturers Programs. 
  • Provide list of Community Health Clinics where they charge on a sliding scale.  Doris Ison, Jessie Trice, Borinquin. Www.chisouthfl.org -Check www.goodrx.com Website to see where the least expensive pharmacy is.