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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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  • Counseling does not guarantee enrollment, coverage or benefit payment.
  • A current deadline was not confirmed; check with the organization before applying.
Evidence for this review

This review does not guarantee eligibility, funding, admission, or every statement on the linked website.

Health & public benefitsServiceState program · FL

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

Florida SHINE Medicare Counseling

SHINE offers impartial, confidential guidance on Medicare and other health insurance.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Use Contact Us or Counseling Sites on the SHINE website to request counseling.

  1. 01

    Use Contact Us or Counseling Sites on the SHINE website to request counseling.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

Florida

  • FL

What it offers

Free individual counseling on insurance options and issues.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers in Florida.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Sources & verification

Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

Verification documents the evidence reviewed at that time. A working link alone does not establish availability, and verification is never a guarantee of eligibility.

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