The Ellis County Extension Office will offer a program on Medicare Basics on Friday, Sept. 25, at noon at the Extension Office meeting room, 601 Main in Hays.

The free educational program will cover Medicare eligibility, how and when to apply and what is covered by the various parts. Tips for choosing a Part D drug plan during the fall open season will also be addressed.

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

The guest speaker will be Jamie Rathbun, Midway Extension District FCS Agent, and a trained counselor with the Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) program.

Pre-register at the Ellis County Extension Office, 785-628-9430, to ensure adequate materials.