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Benefits Counselor Volunteer Training
By: Tania Veliz
FREE Benefits Counselor volunteer training to begin on August 31 at Memorial Park Recreation Center in Lewisville, TX
Arlington, TX �A fulfilling volunteer opportunity awaits local residents who would like to learn more about Medicare. The Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas will conduct volunteer benefits counselor training sessions starting Friday, August 31 for five consecutive Fridays. Prospective volunteers must register for all training sessions.
Potential volunteers will learn how to provide information and counsel individuals about various federal and state assistance programs. Attendees will also receive in-depth training regarding Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and Extra Help with Medicare Part D. Volunteer Benefits Counselors will also increase their awareness about optional insurance plans, veterans� benefits, consumer fraud, and how to refer persons needing other community services to the appropriate sources.
The training classes for volunteers are designed for individuals who are interested in helping to provide some services in behalf of the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas. Free continuing education units are offered to social workers. For more information contact Tania Veliz at 1-800-272-3921 ext. 7201 or email tveliz@nctcog.org.
Arlington, TX �A fulfilling volunteer opportunity awaits local residents who would like to learn more about Medicare. The Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas will conduct volunteer benefits counselor training sessions starting Friday, August 31 for five consecutive Fridays. Prospective volunteers must register for all training sessions.
Potential volunteers will learn how to provide information and counsel individuals about various federal and state assistance programs. Attendees will also receive in-depth training regarding Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Savings Programs, and Extra Help with Medicare Part D. Volunteer Benefits Counselors will also increase their awareness about optional insurance plans, veterans� benefits, consumer fraud, and how to refer persons needing other community services to the appropriate sources.
The training classes for volunteers are designed for individuals who are interested in helping to provide some services in behalf of the Area Agency on Aging of North Central Texas. Free continuing education units are offered to social workers. For more information contact Tania Veliz at 1-800-272-3921 ext. 7201 or email tveliz@nctcog.org.
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