The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is underway, continuing through December 7. The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance program is available to help Medicare recipients in Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, and Wheeler counties navigate the choices involved. SHIBA counselor Sue Ann Arguelles says it’s easy to get confused as far as what to choose and why. Mid-Columbia Senior Center sponsors the program locally. For more information, call 541-288-8341.