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Barnstable County SHINE Program graphic showing an older couple smiling outdoors against autumn foliage. Text reads: “Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone.” A cloud-shaped callout reads: “Appointments are filling fast! Phone appointments available. Or attend a local presentation or webinar.” Learn more at www.capecod.gov/SHINE.

Medicare Open Enrollment Is Here — SHINE Counselors Ready to Help, But Appointments Are Filling Fast Cape Cod & Islands SHINE Program

October 15, 2026

Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment period is officially underway, running from October 15 through December 7, 2026. During this critical window, Medicare beneficiaries can review, compare, and change their health and […]

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Spanish-language graphic promoting free Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Falmouth Public Library, 300 Main Street, Falmouth. Learn to support young people and receive official certification upon completing the program. Register using the link in the accompanying post.

Free Youth Mental Health First Aid Training in Spanish — October 10

October 5, 2026

A free, in-person Youth Mental Health First Aid training offered entirely in Spanish will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Falmouth Public […]

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Blue and white graphic promoting the 2026 Massachusetts Community Health Equity Survey, featuring the message “Your Voice Matters” and the survey website, mass.gov/HealthSurvey.

Reminder: Massachusetts Department of Public Health Statewide Community Health Equity Survey is Now Available 

September 30, 2026

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is inviting residents across the state to help shape future public health decisions by participating in the 2026 Community Health Equity Survey. The […]

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Barnstable County Department of Human Services SHINE Program graphic featuring a smiling older couple against a golden autumn background. Includes the SHINE logo, “Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone,” and www.capecod.gov/SHINE.

Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Begins October 15: Barnstable County SHINE Program Offers Free, Unbiased Help

September 30, 2026

Barnstable, MA (September 30, 2026) — Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs through December 7, giving Medicare beneficiaries an opportunity to review their current coverage and make changes […]

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You Are Not Alone: Suicide Prevention Month on Cape Cod

September 3, 2026

A joint message from the Barnstable County Department of Health & Environment and the Department of Human Services September is National Suicide Prevention Month — a time to talk openly […]

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Helping You Navigate Medicare: An Update from Human Services

August 6, 2026

Medicare.gov Introduces New Secure Login Options Medicare beneficiaries will notice new security features when signing in to MyMedicare.gov as part of an effort by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid […]

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