The Ellis County Extension Office will team up with the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging to offer a program on “Medicare Basics” on Thursday, May 7, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Extension Office meeting room, 601 Main, Hays. Enter the rear door from the north parking lot.

This free educational program will cover Medicare eligibility, how and when to apply, what is covered by the various parts, and how to fill the gaps. Programs available to assist low income individuals will also be discussed.

Anyone interested in learning more about Medicare would benefit from this program, particularly those who are nearing age 65 or those who help aging parents with insurance and financial matters.

Presenters for the program are Glenna Clingingsmith, from the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging, and Linda Beech, Ellis County Extension FCS Agent.

Pre-register for this free program by calling the Ellis County Extension Office at (785) 628-9430 to ensure adequate materials.