AARP Washington State Podcast
AARP Washington State Podcast
AARP Washington State
Navigating Medicare and Open Enrollment
20 minutes Posted Nov 16, 2025 at 2:22 am.
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Medicare can be confusing—whether you're approaching retirement, supporting a loved one, or navigating Open Enrollment. In this Caring for Caregivers Conversation, our state director Marguerite Ro sits down with Tim Smolen, Program Manager for SHIBA, the volunteer-powered program from Washington's Office of the Insurance Commissioner that offers free, unbiased Medicare guidance to Washington residents.
 
📌 What you'll learn:
What Medicare is and how it works
The best way & time to file for Medicare
Why Open Enrollment matters
Medicare or Medicare Advantage
Common concerns and how to address them
How SHIBA can help you make confident decisions