SHIP in South Carolina is also known as the Insurance Counseling Assistance and Referrals for Elders Program (I-CARE). The I-CARE Program is a free service and is available to answer questions about the Medicare Prescription Drug Program. The I-CARE program in not affiliated with any insurance plan and does not sell or indorse any insurance product. For more information about the I-CARE program (SHIP Counselors), contact the Appalachian Area Agency on Aging at 864-242-9733 or 1-800-434-4036.