SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) is a program through the State of Iowa – staffed by trained volunteers – that provides free informational materials as well as one-to-one assistance with:
SHIIP does not endorse insurance companies, plans or agents; the volunteers answer questions and provide impartial information to help seniors make well-informed decisions. SHIIP is available to help if you:
Learn more about SHIIP by visiting http://www.shiip.state.ia.us/.
SHIIP volunteers are available by appointment ONLY at WinnMed in Decorah by calling 563-387-3036. Appointments are conducted via phone call, Zoom or in person.
Please bring your insurance card(s) and a list of your current medications.
WinnMed provides office space for the SHIIP program. For simple access to the SHIIP office, on the day of your appointment, please park in Parking Lot E on the east side of the WinnMed campus. When you approach door E-1, please ring the doorbell. E-1 door is locked 24/7 and a member of our staff will let you in.
Karen McLean
Jim Sims
Roger Huinker
Ron Onsager
Julie Ohde