Geary County KSU Research and Extension will provide a free Medicare Basics educational program on Friday, Sept. 27 from 2-4 p.m. at the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library. Extension Agent Deb Andres is a trained Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas counselor who will present the program which is designed to help participants have a better understanding of the Medicare system and how to use the available resources.

The free educational program is designed for anyone who is interested in learning more about the Medicare maze, particularly those who are nearing the age of 65, who are soon to qualify because of a disability or who are helping family members with insurance and financial matters.

Medicare eligibility, how and when to apply, what is covered by the various parts and how to fill the gaps are among the topics to be covered. There will also be an explanation of available programs to assist low income residents and how to watch out for Medicare fraud.

You can register for the free program by calling the Extension office at 785-238-4161. Register by the end of the business day on Friday, Sept. 20.