FISH of Sanibel-Captiva will hold its next Friendly Faces Luncheon on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at The Community House, at 2173 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel.<\/p>\n
The featured guest speaker will be SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) Program Manager Camilita Aldridge. She will speak on \u201cMedicare\u2019s Open Enrollment Period.\u201d Attendees will learn about the enrollment period, Medicare options, ways to save on Part D prescription costs and important changes coming in 2026.<\/p>\n
Aldridge oversees over 40 volunteer counselors who provide SHINE services throughout Southwest Florida. With more than two decades of experience in the insurance industry and a background in elder care, she combines professional expertise with a genuine passion for helping others. In her role, Aldridge also serves as a statewide trainer, ensuring volunteers remain well-informed to support clients with up-to-date Medicare information and resources.<\/p>\n
Offered through the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL), the SHINE Program provides free and unbiased Medicare counseling and education. Trained volunteers help Medicare beneficiaries, their families and caregivers make informed decisions about coverage options and cost savings.<\/p>\n
The complimentary lunch will be provided by The Great White Grill.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re so pleased to welcome Camilita, who brings tremendous knowledge and warmth to this important topic,\u201d FISH Senior Services Director Erika Arnowitz said. \u201cAnd a big thank you to Great White Grill for generously providing lunch for our guests this month.\u201d<\/p>\n
Reservations are required by Nov. 7.<\/p>\n
To make a reservation or for more information, contact Arnowitz at 239-472-4775 or erika@fishofsancap.org.<\/p>\n