Goodwill To Host Informative Health Insurance Events In Chattanooga and Dalton

Get Personalized Guidance on Medicare and Insurance at Goodwill Opportunity Centers

Two Goodwill Opportunity Centers will host insurance resource events on Tuesday, September 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Dalton and Thursday, September 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in East Brainerd.

The Goodwill Opportunity Center – Dalton is located at 1001 Market Street, inside the Goodwill store, and the Goodwill Opportunity Center – East Brainerd is located at 7601 East Brainerd Road, next to the Goodwill store.

During these drop-in events, attendees will have the opportunity to receive one-on-one, personalized guidance at no charge from Southeast Health and Life on how to navigate Medicare Advantage (Part C), Prescription Drug Plans (Part D), Medicare Supplemental Insurance (Medigap), Medicaid, and other valuable programs designed to lower healthcare costs and enhance support services.

The event is free and open to the public. It aims to empower community members with the knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn more about additional free services offered at Goodwill Opportunity Centers, including career assessments, career and job search support, employment readiness assistance, digital skills training, financial and nutritional education, on-site job coaching and resume and interview preparation.

"We are excited to host this informative event,” said Rachel Inman, Vice President of Mission Services. “Through these types of events, we aim to provide essential services and support to those in Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.”

Darren and Jodi's Success

By Michelle Turner • January 16, 2026

When Darren and Jodi made the decision to leave their longtime Florida home to help care for Jodi’s aging parents in Chattanooga, they never imagined how challenging the transition would be. They started their new adventure by buying a house in Chattanooga. Darren turned in his notice at his job at the United Way in Fort Myers, and Jodi resigned from her role as an Executive Vice President at a wealth management company. “We thought we would have no problem finding new jobs. We're both experienced in so many things,” said Jodi. Despite their impressive resumes and years of experience, weeks turned into months of job searching. The stress was mounting. Jodi shared her concerns with her friend in Florida, who reminded her that Goodwill offers free career assistance. Darren and Jodi visited the Goodwill Opportunity Center in East Brainerd. When they arrived, Opportunity Center Manager, Taryn, discussed their situation with them. She helped them update their resumes and connected them with resources and job leads tailored to their skills. Soon after, Darren accepted a job as Operations Manager at the United Way of Greater Chattanooga, and Jodi accepted a job as a Client Business Advisor with Unum. “I really enjoyed having the opportunity to help the Phillips family,” said Taryn, Goodwill Opportunity Center Manager. “At Goodwill, we know that career transitions can be overwhelming, especially when relocating to a new city. Our goal is to provide personalized support, whether it’s resume assistance, job leads, or confidence-building, free of charge, so that each person we help can move forward with hope and opportunity.” “I am positive that all of the guidance we received at the Goodwill Opportunity Center is what made the difference,” said Jodi. “Now we tell people we know who are job hunting to go to Goodwill.”