The Charles Town Library and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will host a free
Medicare Basics educational webinar on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. This session
will provide clear, practical information about how Medicare works, important enrollment
periods, and the coverage choices available to beneficiaries and their families.
Who should attend:
Individuals turning 65; people already enrolled in Medicare; caregivers and family members;
retirees; community organizations; senior centers; social services agencies; faith-based groups;
and anyone who wants to better understand Medicare coverage options.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: In person at the Charles Town Library
What will be covered:
The four parts of Medicare (A, B, C, and D)
Enrollment periods and key deadlines
Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage
Medicare Supplement (Medigap) policies
Prescription drug coverage (Part D)
2026 premiums and cost basics
Programs that help with Medicare costs, including Extra Help and Medicare Savings
Programs
Tips on how to detect potential Medicare fraud
For more information, reach out to Marcella Genz at the Charles Town Library,
octldirector@ctlibrary.org, or Patrick Hamilton at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services, Patrick.hamilton@cms.hhs.gov.
Microsoft Teams meeting
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