A recent event at the toms river senior center
A recent event at the Toms River Senior Center

Free Medicare help for Toms River seniors at two-hour enrollment event

Toms River, NJ – Seniors in Toms River will get a free, in-person breakdown of Medicare options and prescription help during a special two-hour session scheduled for Thursday, September 18 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Toms River Senior Center.

Ocean County Senior Services will lead the General Membership Meeting to walk attendees through Medicare enrollment, prescription plan options, and available financial assistance programs for eligible seniors. The meeting will take place at 652 Garfield Avenue and is geared toward anyone currently on Medicare or planning to enroll within the next year.

Free medicare help for toms river seniors at two-hour enrollment event
Photo: free medicare help for toms river seniors at two-hour enrollment event

The session comes as Medicare open enrollment approaches, a critical time when seniors can make changes to their coverage, often under complex and shifting regulations. Officials say the event will help simplify the process and alert residents to aid they may not know exists.

Seating and transportation for the meeting are limited, and seniors are encouraged to sign up in advance through the Senior Center. Light refreshments will be provided during the session, which is expected to draw strong attendance from residents seeking to stay informed ahead of enrollment.

For additional information or to register, attendees can call 732-341-1000 ext. 8460.

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Key Points

  • Medicare information session set for Thursday, September 18 at Toms River Senior Center
  • Free event includes prescription plan guidance and assistance program info for eligible seniors
  • Seating is limited and advance sign-up is required through the Senior Center

A free Medicare info session is coming to Toms River ahead of open enrollment.

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