Medicare Made Simple

Understanding Medicare can be confusing, especially as plan options, costs, and benefits change from year to year. This educational workshop is designed to help older adults, caregivers, and individuals approaching Medicare eligibility better understand how Medicare works and what to consider when reviewing coverage for 2027.Attendees will learn: The different parts of Medicare (Parts A, B, C, and D)How Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement insurance, and Prescription Drug Plans differCommon enrollment periods and important deadlinesFactors to consider when reviewing plan options and coverage changesCosts associated with Medicare, including premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket expensesHow to avoid common Medicare enrollment mistakesWhere to find reliable information and resources for comparing coverage options This workshop is intended for educational purposes only and will provide general Medicare information to help participants make informed decisions about their healthcare coverage. No specific plan recommendations will be made during the presentation. Speaker Bio: Antonio (Tony) Lugo, CFP®: Healthcare licensed and Certified with Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services, Tony is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ based in Chicago. He works with pre-retirees, retirees, and older adults, helping them navigate important retirement decisions including income planning, healthcare costs, Medicare education, tax planning, and financial wellness. Tony regularly conducts educational workshops and community presentations designed to help individuals make more informed financial and healthcare decisions. Mr. Joe Gallego: Healthcare licensed and Certified with Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services Annual Enrollment Period begins: Oct 15 – Dec 7, 2026How to Attend This event takes place in person but there is also a Zoom component.. Only one registration per household is needed. You will receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the event. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events that use Zoom. Accessibility Do you need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event. Attending CPL Online Events Do you have questions about how to attend online events? Check out our https://www.chipublib.org/faq/.... If you want it formatted differently or need another translation, just let me know! AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.