Some states have programs to help low-income persons aged 65-plus pay their Medicare premiums. Generally, monthly income must be less than $1123 ($1505 for couples) and assets less than $4000 ($6000 for couples). A brochure on the program is available at http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/10126.pdf. A webpage at  http://www.medicare.gov/contacts/Static/MSPs.asp?dest=NAV%7CHome%7CRelatedWebsites%7CMSPs lists the states that have programs and provides links to those that do. 

Extra help is also available to pay Medicare Part D Prescription Drug costs. For more info go to