Grand Gateway Area Agency on Aging

06/15/2026

Grand Gateway Area Agency on Aging is here to help.

Making newbie mistakes when signing up for Medicare can cost you money for the rest of your life. You could end up with coverage gaps, higher monthly bills, and unexpected medical costs in retirement. Many of these decisions can’t be undone, so it’s important to get them right the first time.

You don't have to figure out Medicare on your own. Your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program is ready to guide you every step of the way, helping you understand enrollment timelines, check your eligibility, compare plans, and even appeal coverage decisions.

06/12/2026

Just an example of the fun the Northeast Oklahoma Caregiver Coalition has. Another example of Title III and Title VI working together.

06/11/2026

We’re excited to welcome our newest team members to Grand Gateway Area Agency on Aging, Tona Sooter, Caregiver Specialist and Jessica Stutler, Information and Assistance Coordinator. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome. We look forward to all the great things ahead.

06/09/2026

Grand Gateway can help.

Not sure which doctors or specialists you can see with Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Your coverage could mean the difference between choosing any provider or sticking to a specific network, and it might impact your costs! Review our infographic to see how your Medicare choices affect your access to care.

Still have questions? Message us here or call your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) for free, unbiased help!

06/08/2026

Please join us, should be a fun day!

06/02/2026

Calll Grand Gateway for more information.

🏈 What's your game plan?! Medicare's Open Enrollment Period is coming up fast! Before deciding about your 2025 coverage, consider your area's Medicare health and drug plan options. You may receive the same or better health or drug coverage at a more affordable price. For example, even if you are satisfied with your current Medicare Advantage or Part D plan, you should check to see if another plan in your area offers the same health or drug coverage at a better price.
Contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) for help reviewing your coverage options. Visit: www.shiphelp.org

06/02/2026

Open enrollment will soon be here but other enrollment periods may allow you to make changes to your Medicare coverage. Call Grand Gateway for more information.

🔔 Here's your reminder: there are times outside the two best-known "New to Medicare" and "Fall Open Enrollment" periods when you can possibly change your Medicare coverage.

Life changes like moving, losing employer coverage, or qualifying for Extra Help can trigger a Special Enrollment Period. This lets you update your health or drug plans outside of regular windows.

As your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), we offer free, unbiased guidance to help you check your eligibility. Find out more about your local SHIP by clicking the link below, or visit Medicare's website to see if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period!

05/30/2026

Medicare Fraud Prevention week begins June 1st. If you have questions call Joyce, Medicare Coordinator 800-482-4594.

05/30/2026

If you have questions about residents rights call Grand Gateway 800-482-4594. Shelly and Charla are available to answer your questions.

Every nursing home resident has the legal right to be free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and misappropriation of property.

Under federal law, this includes freedom from:
-Corporal punishment
-Involuntary seclusion
-Any physical or chemical restraint not required to treat a medical condition
-Verbal, sexual, physical, and mental abuse

These are not suggestions, they are federally protected rights, and it's crucial that residents know them in order to demand them.

Visit https://theconsumervoice.org/residents-rights to learn more.

05/28/2026

Housing opportunity available in Vinita, OK, for Seniors.