(866) 727-1494 Toll Free for those outside Tarrant County
(817) 536-1556 Fax
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICAL NEEDS
Description: The St. Joseph Health Care Trust works throughout the Diocese of Fort Worth to provide financial assistance with basic primary health care needs for persons who are medically uninsured or under insured. The following services are provided: prescription assistance, physician visit, limited dental services, eye glasses, hearing services, counseling services, durable medical goods and health screenings. St. Joseph Health Care Trust does not pay insurance co-payments or JPS Connection co-payments. Services are disseminated through Catholic Charities.
Intake procedure: Call 817-534-0814 for information
Fees: None - however clients may be asked to contribute toward the cost of services.
Documents required: Call for information
Eligibility: Medically uninsured/underinsured who meet eligibility guidelines (includes undocumented individuals)
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm (office)
Languages: Spanish
Area served: 28 Counties in North Central Texas (Tarrant, Wise, Denton, Cooke Johnson, Parker, Palo Pinto, Hood, Somervell, Erath, Hill, Bosque, Comanche, Eastland, Shackelford, Stephens, Throckmorton, Young, Jack, Knox, Baylor, Archer, Clay, Montague, Wichita, Wilbarger, Foard and Hardeman)
Services: Dental Care for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Glasses/Contact Lenses for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Hearing Aids for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Hearing Screening for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Medical Care Expense Assistance for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Medical Equipment/Supplies for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Mental Health Expense Assistance for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance, Prescription Expense Assistance for People Without Health Insurance and People With Inadequate Health Insurance.
MCHIP uses federal and state funds to ensure that all Maryland's children have medical insurance.
The Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program (MCHIP) gives full health benefits for children up to age 19, and pregnant women of any age who meet the income guidelines. MCHIP provides care through a variety of Managed Care Organizations (MCOs).
Eligibility:
Children under age 19, who are not eligible for Medicaid
Pregnant women of any age
Whose countable income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level
Children of employed parents whose employer does not offer family health insurance (NOTE: In some instances, having health insurance will not prevent you from being eligible for MCHIP. Even if you have health insurance, it's best to apply and let the case manager assigned to your application determine your eligibility)
How to Apply:
Complete an application and provide the requested information. The sooner you complete the application, the sooner your child(ren) will receive assistance.
Applications can be mailed in or carried in to any location listed below.
Medicaid, also called Medical Assistance, is a Program that pays the medical bills of certain needy and low-income individuals. It is administered by the State and pays medical bills with Federal and State funds.
Eligibility:
Medicaid coverage is automatically granted to individuals receiving other public assistance, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), and Foster Care. Low-income families, children, pregnant women, and aged, blind, or disabled adults may also qualify for Medicaid. You can have private health insurance and be eligible for Medicaid. The rules are different for different groups and the kinds of medical care covered are different for different groups. If you need help paying for your own or your family?s medical bills, you should find out for sure about your eligibility for Medical Assistance by filing an application at your Local Department of Social Services.
Regional Variations
Benefits and eligibility requirements are standard across the State.
Where to Apply:
You must file an application to find out if you are eligible for Medicaid. To do this, go to The Local Department of Social Services (LDSS) in the city or county where you live. If you are applying for a child or a pregnant woman, you may apply at your Local Health Department.
For additional information on the Medicaid Program and eligibility requirements
The Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program provides help to qualified Maryland residents, regardless of age, who are not eligible for the Maryland Medical Assistance Program. Eligibility is not limited to the elderly and disabled.
Eligibility:
Eligibility for the Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program is based on the financial resources available to the family unit. Participants receive a yellow and white MPAP card within one week of approval. Eligibility is for one year from the first day of the month in which the application is received.
How to Apply:
Those applying must contact their local department of social services. Complete and submit a declaratory application, which includes identifying information for each member of the household, including income and assets.
The Medicare Buy-In Program, also known as QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) and SLIMB (Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary). It is designed to protect low-income Medicare beneficiaries from the significant and growing costs required to receive Medicare coverage, including out-of-pocket cost sharing expenses (deductibles and co--payments). The Program connects the two largest public health programs in the country, Medicare and Medicaid, as Medicaid pays for all or part of the Medicare premium and deductible amounts for individuals who are financially eligible.
The QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) Program serves individuals with modest assets (up to $4,000 per individual or $6,000 per couple) with combined incomes that do not go over 100 percent of the federal poverty level. The state Medicaid program pays their Medicare Part B premiums and cost-sharing amounts. The SLIMB (Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary) Program pays only the Part B premium for those with incomes between 100 and 120 percent of poverty with assets up to $4,000 per individual or $6,000 per couple.
Please note that applications for all Medical Assistance programs can be obtained completed and submitted at your local health department, Drs. Office and Hospital Social Work Department.
* Medical assistance (Medicaid)
* Medicare
* Prescriptions
The Oregon Helps Web site can tell you whether your family might be able to get help from various state and federal assistance programs, including medical assistance.
Medical assistance (Medicaid)
* Oregon Health Plan - The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) offers health care to its members at little or no cost. The program covers a wide range of medical benefits and services such as doctor's visits, prescription drugs and other medically necessary services and supplies. You must have been without private health insurance for at least the last 6 months. You will not qualify for OHP if you have Medicare, unless you are pregnant. You also must meet one of the following:
o Be less than 19 years of age;
o Be pregnant; or
o Have been selected from the reservation list. Beginning in March, 2008, the state will randomly select 2,000 people per month for 12 months.
* Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries - The Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB) program helps people who have Medicare pay for their co-pays and premium
* Oregon Supplemental Income Program Medicaid - OSIPM covers a wide range of medical benefits and services such as doctor's visits, prescription drugs and other medically necessary services and supplies. Once you are eligible for OSIPM, you may also be eligible for services such as in-home care, adult foster homes, residential care, assisted living, nursing home care and cash for special needs. The program provides medical benefits to:
o People with disabilities (physical or mental disabilities).
o Those who are legally blind.
o Those older than age 65.
To apply for these benefits, please contact the local office in your area.
Proof you may be asked to provide when applying:
* Identity for each person
* Gross income for each person
* Citizenship
* Life insurance policy
* Medical bills
* Housing/utility costs
* Health insurance identification and premium
* Alien status for any person who is not a U.S. Citizen
You will be asked to complete an application. Click here for a look at the application and the types of things you may need to verify. You may be able to complete a shorter application. It is best to contact your local office before you begin to complete the application.
Medicare
Medicare is the national health insurance program for people age 65 or older, some people under age 65 with disabilities and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), which is permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant. For more information, visit Medicare on-line.
If you currently have Medicare, you may qualify for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries Program and receive help with your Medicare co-pays and premiums.
Collin County Indigent Health Office
825 N. McDonald Street map
Suite 110
McKinney, Texas 75069
Phone:
972-548-4702 (McKinney)
972-424-1460 ext. 4702 (Metro)
Fax:
972-547-7268
Hours:
Monday–Thursday 8am–4pm & Friday 8am–1pm
Additional Health Care Assistance: Non-Profit Organizations & Private Clinics
Collin County helps fund non-profit health care providers and clinics throughout the area that offer a variety of health care needs from visual screenings for kids to prescription assistance to medical help for seniors. Included in the listings below, we’ve posted a brief summary of what these caring organizations did with county taxpayer funding from September 2008 through March 2009. Eligible residents may apply for these benefits at the individual clinic locations listed below:
Allen Community Outreachprovides visual screening and glasses for children and prescription assistance for eligible low income residents; so far, vision screening and glasses for 10 children, prescription assistance for 31 adults. 301 W. Boyd Dr., Allen, TX 75013; (972)727-9131.
The Assistance Center of Collin Countyprovides prescription assistance for eligible low income residents; so far, has served 28 clients. 900 E. 18th St., Plano, TX 75074; (972)422-1850 / (800)725-4936.
The Bridge Breast Networkprovides limited surgical procedures for low income uninsured county residents diagnosed with breast cancer; from September-March, helped 41 women get breast cancer treatment. 3600 Gaston Ave, Suite 401, Dallas, TX 75246; (214)821-3820 / Toll-free: 1-877-258-1396.
Collin County Adult Clinic provides limited primary care to eligible uninsured adult residents; so far, has handled 692 primary care visits for adults. 2520 Ave. K, #100, Plano, TX 75074; (972)423-4941.
Collin County Committee on Agingprovides evening and weekend meals to senior residents in rural areas through their Meals on Wheels program; has delivered 6,081 meals to clients sine September. 600 North Tennessee St., McKinney, TX 75069; (972)562-6996.
Community LifeLine of McKinneyprovides prescription assistance for eligible low income residents; 503 North Kentucky St., Suite A, McKinney, TX 75069; (972)542-0020.
Frisco Family Servicesprovides prescription assistance for eligible low income residents; so far, has provided prescription help for 20 clients. 8780 Third St., Frisco, TX 75034; (972)335-9495.
Geriatric Wellness Center of Collin Countyprovides post hospitalization assistance and risk factor monitoring for seniors; more than 645 preventive health services for seniors, plus 25 case management services. 401 West 16th St., Suite 600, Plano, TX 75075; (972)941-7335.
Plano Children's Medical Clinic, provides sick child visits for eligible low income children; carried out 396 primary care visits for local kids. 1407 14th St, Plano, TX; (972)801-9689.
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What happens to you or a family member when you need medical attention? What do you do?
The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services offers medical assistance through a number of programs for individuals and families. Some of this coverage is free to you, and some requires a small fee. The services provided may include doctor visits, prescriptions, dental care, eye exams and glasses and therapies, to name a few.
Let’s begin with you. Did you really know all this could be available to you? Now, what about your family? There are four different ways your family could qualify for medical assistance in Nevada.
There are several groups related to the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program which receive medical assistance only (no cash) referred to as TANF-Related Medicaid Only cases.
These TANF-related Medicaid groups are:
Medicaid for persons who qualify for cash assistance, but choose to receive medical benefits only, or who are ineligible to receive cash assistance due to TANF time limits or are ineligible due to income or resources of an individual(s) who is not their parent or spouse;
Medicaid coverage from the Child Health Assurance Program (CHAP), for minor children and pregnant women with countable income below certain poverty levels;
Emergency medical assistance on a month-by-month basis for illegal aliens or other non-citizens not covered in other eligible categories. These applicants must meet TANF or CHAP requirements except for citizenship;
A pregnant woman eligible for Medicaid in any month of her pregnancy remains eligible for pregnancy-related and postpartum coverage regardless of changes in income;
Newborn children remain eligible for Medicaid for one year, if their mother was eligible for Medicaid at the time of their birth and would still be eligible if pregnant. The newborn child must continue to reside with the mother in Nevada;
Medicaid coverage is available up to three (3) months prior to the TANF application month if an eligible household member received medical services during this time. Eligibility is determined on a month-by-month basis; and
Medicaid may continue for up to twelve months when TANF ends if: the household becomes ineligible for TANF due to the increased earned income of the caretaker OR loss of earned income disregards; for up to four months if: the household becomes ineligible due to a child or spousal support collection by Support Enforcement.
Follow the links below for applications and related forms you can print from your computer and fill out at home:
A list of ALL forms available from the State of Nevada can be found here.
Child Health Assurance Program (CHAP)
The Child Health Assurance Program (CHAP) provides Medicaid coverage to pregnant women and children under age six, including unborn children, with income below 133% of poverty; and to minor children age six or older with income below 100% of poverty.
Nevada Check Up
Nevada Check Up is the state Children's Health Insurance Program. The goal of Nevada Check Up is to provide preventive and comprehensive health care coverage for Nevada's uninsured children. The program provides affordable health care coverage to uninsured children of low-income families not covered by private insurance or Medicaid.
Other household members may be eligible for Medicaid from the Medical Assistance for the Aged, Blind and Disabled (MAABD) program. This program provides medical services and individuals may qualify by being eligible for a means-tested public assistance program (i.e., Supplemental Security Income [SSI]). Individuals may be eligible for medical coverage for up to three months of medical coverage prior to the month of application if they apply for or would be eligible in one of the listed categories.
The eligible categories for individuals include:
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients;
Employed individuals, age 16 through 64 with disabilities with combined net earned and unearned income up to 250% of the federal poverty level (Health Insurance for Work Advancement);
Nursing facility residents with gross monthly income up to 300% of the SSI payment level (State Institutional Cases);
Certain individuals who have lost SSI eligibility, but would still be eligible if some of their income were disregarded (Public Law Cases);
Disabled children who require medical facility care, but can appropriately be cared for at home;
Aged or physically disabled individuals who require medical facility care, but can appropriately be cared for at home and aged individuals who have been residing in nursing facilities who can appropriately be cared for in adult group care facilities (Home and Community-Based Waivers); and
Ineligible aliens or non-citizens who do not meet citizenship eligibility criteria and have emergency medical services may qualify for some limited Medicaid coverage.
Medicare Beneficiaries
Individuals eligible for Medicare may also qualify for benefits from the Medicare Beneficiaries program. Coverage provided by this program is different than other Medicaid groups as it does not provide the full scope of medical benefits. The five categories described below may be eligible for Medicare Beneficiaries coverage:
Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMBs) are Medicare recipients with income at or below 100% of the federal poverty level. Medicaid pays for their Medicare premiums, co-insurance and deductibles on Medicare covered services. Eligibility begins the month following the month the decision is made.
Special Low Income Medicare Beneficiaries (SLMBs) are Medicare recipients with income between 100% - 120% of the federal poverty level. Medicaid pays the Medicare Part B medical insurance premium. Eligibility begins with the application month with three (3) months of prior medical coverage available.
Qualifying Individuals 1 (QI-1s) are Medicare recipients with income of at least 120%, but less than 135% of the federal poverty level. Medicaid pays the Medicare Part B medical insurance premium. Eligibility begins with the application month with three (3) months of prior medical coverage available. However, this program is 100% federally funded and ends if the state allocation is used.
Qualifying Individuals 2 (QI-2s) are Medicare recipients with income of at least 135%, but less than 175% of the federal poverty level. Medicaid pays for the portion of the Medicare Part B premium attributable to the shift of some home health benefits from Medicare Part A to Part B. Payments are made in December for the calendar year. However, this program is 100% federally funded and ends if the state allocation is used. Eligibility begins with the application month with three months of prior medical coverage available.
Qualified Disabled Working Individuals (QDWIs) are Medicare recipients with income less than 200% of the federal poverty level. Medicaid pays the Medicare Part A hospital premium, only.
If you or a family member has suffered personal injury as a result of:
a violent crime
trying to stop a person committing a crime
trying to help a law enforcement officer
trying to help a victim of a crime or
witnessing a violent crime
You may file a claim for compensation from the South Dakota Crime Victims’ Compensation Program. However, not all crimes or expenses are covered.
Compensation Program
Awards of compensation of up to $15,000 may be made from the South Dakota Crime Victims’ Compensation Fund. Compensation is approved by the Department of Social Services and funded through a court surcharge on criminal offenders. Compensation is available only to the extent that funds are generated from the surcharge. No compensation can be awarded when money is not available, and compensation is only available for persons who meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility
Crime victims are eligible to apply for compensation whether or not the crime is a tribal, state or federal crime.
The crime must have occurred on or after July 1, 1992.
The crime must be reported to law enforcement within 5 days of its occurrence or when a report could reasonably have been made.
The claim for compensation must be filed within 1 year of the crime unless good cause is shown for the delay in filing.
The victim and claimant must reasonably cooperate in the investigation and prosecution of the incident.
Compensation cannot be paid to a claimant if it would unjustly benefit the offender or an accomplice.
The victim cannot contribute to the crime or the injury nor have committed a crime at the time of the incident. Claims may be reduced or denied based upon contribution/conduct.
Applying
To apply, you must complete a Crime Victims’ Compensation Application form. Forms are available from all local law enforcement agencies, the Department of Social Services, or the Office of the Attorney General.
Any one of the below individuals can apply for assistance:
An innocent victim of a violent crime who has suffered harm.
A family member of a deceased victim.
A person authorized to act on behalf of a victim or a dependent.
Parents or other family members under limited circumstances.
Claim Process
Upon receipt of the application, law enforcement, physicians, service providers, etc. are contacted to verify all information. The Department of Social Services reviews the claim and decides whether the claim is eligible and the amount to be paid. The claimant has the right to appeal the decision to the Crime Victims’ Compensation Commission.
Types of Assistance
Compensation may be available for expenses incurred as a direct result of the criminal acts of another person if not covered by another source. Examples of expenses covered under the law are: medical care, rehabilitation, funeral expenses, loss of income, counseling, dental expenses, child care costs and mileage.
No attorney is needed and compensation cannot be paid for attorneys fees.
There is no filing fee.
Emergency Awards
Emergency awards of up to $1,000 may be made under extraordinary circumstances. An award may be made for immediate verifiable needs as a result of loss of income or support, emergency medical expenses or funeral expenses. Any emergency award will be deducted from the final award and must be deducted from expenses already incurred.
Medicaid is an income and resource eligible program for New Yorkers who can't afford to pay for medical care. Services covered include inpatient and out patient hospital care, physician services, skilled nursing care, laboratory and X-ray services, early and periodic screening of children, home health care services and medical transportation services.
Applying for Medicaid
Medicaid interviews are conducted in either the Utica or Rome Medicaid Office. Persons may call 798-5632 (Utica) or 336-7411 (Rome) to have an application mailed to them. Applications must be returned, by mail or in person, in order for an appointment to be scheduled.
Home Care Services
To inquire about home care services available under Medicaid call 315-798-5456
Lost Benefit Cards
To replace a lost Medicaid card, call 315-798-5089
Medicaid Provider Referral Services
Persons with a Medicaid card can call 315-798-5585 to find out the names of primary care physicians and specialists who accept Medicaid
MA/SSI
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients needing Medicaid information should call 315-798-5459
Managed Care
All Family Assistance (FA), Safety Net (SN), and Medicaid (MA) only clients, as well as some Supplemental Security Income (SSI) clients, may choose to enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan. There are no costs, no caps, and no co-payments. Each member has his/her own physician or pediatrician-OB-GYN, who will coordinate all his or her health needs. Call 315-798-5834 for further information.
St. Mary's County Health Department offers a safety-net transportation service for county residents eligible for medical assistance. Transportation to and from medical appointments is provided.
Criteria for eligibility:
▪ Riders must be residents of St. Mary’s County and hold an active Medical Assistance card
▪ Appointments must be medically necessary and be a MA covered service. Your doctor must accept Medical Assistance as payment for the services you are receiving.
Transportation Assistance Options:
Public Bus: We can help you access bus service if you live on a public bus route and your appointment place is on the same route. If you do not have the fare, please call our office.
Gas Vouchers: Available if you have someone to take you to your appointment, but need financial assistance with gas expenses. Call us before you go to the appointment. If using your own vehicle, you must have multiple medical appointments causing a financial burden to be eligible for gas vouchers.
Ambulance Services: The health department has a contract with a local ambulance company for routine, non-emergency services. These services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A doctor’s order is required.
Health Department Vehicle: Health department drivers provide door-to-door or curb-to-curb services throughout the county depending on patients' needs. Wheelchair vehicles are available. Call to arrange service at least two days before your appointment. We relay medical trips to the city. For appointments in the city (D. C. or Baltimore), we require at least three days notice to make the arrangements for you. Transportation out of the county is only available for medical services that are unavailable within St. Mary's County.
What if I don’t have an Medical Assistance card but still need a ride to medical appointments? When the health department has a driver in your area, going in the direction you need, and there is a seat available on the vehicle, we may be able to help you. A small fee is charged.
Medical Assistance (MA), also referred to sometimes as Medicaid, provides payment for health care services on behalf of eligible low-income individuals with limited income and high medical expenses.
You can also contact your local county assistance office. You may apply even if you are not sure that you are eligible. You may also download an application form to send to your county assistance office (below). If you need help completing the application form and a friend or relative is unable to help you, trained county assistance office staff members can help you.
If your income is more than the Medical Assistance income limit, your children may be eligible through the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Adults may be eligible for an adult health insurance program called adultBasic.
The Medical Assistance (MA) Program is a joint state/federal program that pays for health care services for about 2.18 million (as of April 2010) Pennsylvania residents.
Basic Needs Ministry - Community Resources - Free or Low Price Medical Services
Medical assistance sources may have needs based requirements.
All Food Bank of North Carolina affiliates have access to some over-the-counter drugs during the year. See locations on our Food page.
Statewide - Medical and Dental
NC Health Care Help - Institute of Medicine's site for N.C.'s 1.5 million uninsured residents. Lists counties and services available.
North Carolina senior citizens may qualify to have the state pay up to $18 a month ($216 per year) towards their Medicare Prescription Drug Plan premiums. Call 888-488-NCRX or go to http://www.ncrx.gov/
Medical/Dental Bus Ministry of North Carolina Baptist Men - to schedule for your church or organization as the support staff, call for information Joanne Honneycutt 800-395-5102 Extension 5603.
NC Dental Health
Clayton
Clayton Area Ministries, 704 E. Main St., Clayton, NC 27520; 919-553-5654 - Wednesdays at 1 p.m.; Clessie Pollard; FBNC Affiliate. $100 in assistance once a year for medicine from Bedingfield Drug.
Garner
Garner Area Ministries, 885 HWY 70 W, Garner, NC 27529; 919-772-9100; charity and thrift; M,W, F 9-12 for assistance or M-Sat. 9-1 for sales; Director Joyce Cooper. Essentially must have a Garner telephone number and Garner address (ZIP 27529), but may assist part of the Raleigh 27603. No referral required, application used, once every 90 days. Founded 1981. Provides medicine for needy individuals or families.
Lord of Life, 2100 Buffaloe Rd., Garner. Eyeglasses.
Johnston County
Basic Needs Ministry - Cleveland Township Emergency Food Pantry, 5533 NC HWY 42 W Units D96-100, Garner, NC 27529; 919-661-6565 - Ronald Still. Provides NACo Prescription Drug Discount Cards for discounts of 10-40% off. These cards have been approved by county commissioners for distribution to every resident of 58 counties in North Carolina and 18 million people nationally.
Prescription Drugs - Industry and state assistance programs.
Project Access - Summit Medical Center, Clayton. Dr. Charles Williams of Horizon Family Medicine in Clayton was one of the first 12 dotors to sign up to provide free medical treatment and prescriptions available for those living in Johnston County without insurance or other ability to pay. Income limit for a family of four is $36,138. Kathy Rogols, Executive Director, 919-398-8088 or 919-550-0011. Primary care doctors, general surgeon, cardiologist, radiologists, and Johnston Medical Center (formerly Johnston Memorial Hospital) and the new Johnston Medical Center-Clayton, near NC 42 and Amelia Church Rd., are participants.
Raleigh
Urban Ministries, 840 Semart Dr., Raleigh, NC 27604; 919-834-4707. First come, first served on Wednesday for food and prescription assistance.
Wake County
Alliance Medical Ministry, 2610 New Bern Ave., Raleigh; 919-250-3320 - Free doctor for employed, but uninsured.
Christian Community in Action, 1231 NE Maynard Rd., Cary, NC 27513; 919-469-9861. Open 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. Interviews are started between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Provides food, clothing, medical support, and financial support for residents of Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, Willow Spring, Friendship, and New Hill.
Filling in Gaps (FIGS), PO Box 12821, Raleigh, NC 27605 - prescription medicine and supplies to very low-income uninsured and underinsured people. In 24 years FIGS helped 26,000 people get $1,450,000 in prescriptions.
N.C. Health Choice, 919-212-7000 - Provides free or low-cost health insurance to children whose families cannot pay for private insurance and who do not qualify for Medicaid. Children are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis.Benefits of the Program: Counseling, Dental Care, Hospital Care, Lab Tests, Medicines, Medical Equipment & Supplies, Shots, Sick Visits, Surgery, Therapies, Vision and Hearing Care, Well child Checkups.
Horizon Health Center, 102 N. Tarboro Rd., Raleigh; 919-743-3315 - Free primary care clinic for the homeless.
Medicaid-Adult, 919-212-7541 - Provides financial medical assistance, rest home and nursing home assistance to aged, blind, and disabled.
N.C. Health Choice, 919-212-7000 - Provides free or low-cost health insurance to children whose families cannot pay for private insurance and who do not qualify for Medicaid. Children are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis.Benefits of the Program: Counseling, Dental Care, Hospital Care, Lab Tests, Medicines, Medical Equipment & Supplies, Shots, Sick Visits, Surgery, Therapies, Vision and Hearing Care, Well child Checkups.
Open Door Clinic, 840 Seamart Dr., Raleigh; 919-832-0820 - Free medical clinic operated by The Urban Ministries serves 5,000 uninsured low income residents of Wake County on Tuesday and Thursday evenings after 5 p.m.
Prescription Drugs - Industry and state assistance programs.
Project Access - Free or sliding scale medical care and with Access ID card and medication assistance card. $4 prescriptions. Started by the Wake County Medical Society and supported by Wake's three major hospitals.
Alliance Medical Ministry, 2610 New Bern Ave., Raleigh; 919-250-3320 - (employed, but uninsured only).
Apex Family Medicine, 212 Salem St., Apex; 919-362-5201.
Horizon Health Center, 102 N. Tarboro Rd., Raleigh; 919-743-3315 (Homeless only).
New Bern Ridge Pediatrics, 100 sunnybrook Rd., Raleigh; 919-231-3180.
Open Door Clinic, 840 Seamart Dr., Raleigh; 919-832-0820 (low-income uninsured).
Rock Quarry Family Medicine, 1001 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh; 919-833-3111.
Southern Wake Family Medicine, 130 N. Judd Parkway N.E., Fuquay-Varina, NC; 919-557-1110.
Wake County Public Health Clinics
Children's Clinic B, 10 Sunnybrook Rd., Raleigh; 919-250-1174. Accepts Medicaid, NC Health Choice and uninsured. There is a sliding scale fee for those who qualify. Services are not free and require an appointment. (919) 250-4570 or (919) 212-7000.
Child Health Clinics may be accessed in Raleigh on Sunnybrook Rd., in
Zebulon on Dogwood Dr. and in Wake Forest on E. Holding Ave. The
correct phone number is
Family Planning Clinic Eastern Wake, 1002 Dogwood Drive, Zebulon; 919-404-3900.
Family Planning Clinic F, 10 Sunnybrook Rd., Raleigh; 919-250-3914.
St. Bernadette's Catholic Church, Fuquay-Vaina; 919-552-8758 or 919-623-11487 - Free medical clinic every Thursday PM and every third Sunday afternoon.
Triangle Family Services, 401 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh; 919-821-0790 - Last year, Triangle Family Services helped more than 900 low-income families, children, and individuals receive mental health counseling, psychiatric services and psychological testing by licensed and professional clinicians.
Wake County Eye Care, 919-212-7370 - Provides financial assistance for eye exams and glasses.
Wake County Public Health Clinics - health care for children and family, including immunizations:
Eastern Regional Center, 1002 Dogwood Drive, Zebulon; 919-404-3900.
Northern Wake Health Clinic, 247 S. Allen Road, Wake Forest; 919-554-8490.
Southern Regional Center, 130 N. Judd Parkway NE, Fuquay-Varina; 919-557-1058.
Western Wake Human Services Center (mental health services only), 232 High House Road, Cary; 212-460-3366.
Western Wake Crisis Ministry, 103 1/2 East Chatham St., Apex, NC 27502; 919-362-0657. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Thursday. Serves residents of Apex, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, New Hill and Friendship, or residents in other areas of Wake County with a referral from another agency. Provides food; financial assistance to rent, utilities, heating fuel, medical expenses, and repairs; food baskets during the holidays; dental care items, fans, smoke detectors, new electric space heaters and similar items.
Dental Services
Wake County
Wake Smiles, 2610 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, NC 27620; 919-250-2952. NOTE: To use this service go to Wake Health Services, Horizon, or Urban Ministries Open Door Cliniuc and complete the registration for Wake Smiles. Have your agency send the registration to Wake Smiles. After Wake Smiles receives your registration, call for your appointment at 919-250-2952 on Tuesday between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. or Fridays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. only.
Handicapped Assistance
ABLE, Increased Mobility and Greater Independence Equipment (IMAGINE), C.L. Woodard, 1032 Altice Drive, Garner, NC 27529; 919-779-3487 - Computers and training for handicapped individuals, home access ramps.
Christ Community United Methodist Church, Missions Coordinator, Charles Hanna; 919-602-2271. Builds ramps for local handicapped, etc.
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, Free wheelchairs, van lifts, hospital beds, and other medical equipment that a disabled person cannot afford.
Resources for Seniors, Wake County 919-872-7933; outside Wake County contact Joan Pellettier at Triangle J Council on aging at 919-558-9398 - access ramps
Drug Deals - Over 2,500 drugs available through aid programs on the Internet
Abbott assistance information. Call 800-222-6885.
AdvancePCS, PO Box 830070, Birmington, AL 35282-8488; 877-673-3688. A free membership to get an average of 30% off on drugs for which an individual does not have insurance.
Biologics Inc., 625 Oberlin Rd., Raleigh, NC 27605; 919-546-9810. Known for providing great service for cancer drugs only. Financial assistance for qualified individuals. Matches needy patients with copay foundations, who pay the copay.
Canadian drug deals. Consumer Reports notes many generic drugs are cheaper in the U.S. and brand name are cheaper in Canada. They used Costco.com and CVS.com as the U.S. comparison.
Consumer Reports Best Buy Drugs at http://www.CRBestBuyDrugs.org/ teaches about options, generics, and over the counter ways to save money.
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) assistance information. Call 888-825-5249. GSK Access provides eligible Medicare Part D enrollees free GSK medications. Qualifications: Participate in Part D, spent $600 out of pocket on prescriptions in current calendar year, 1 person household under $25,525 income, 2 person household income under $34,225. Call 866-475-3678 or go to www.GSK-Access.com NOTE: There may be othere requirements.
Merck Patient Assistance Program has provided free Merck medicines to people who could not afford them for over 50 years. 800-727-5400; http://merck.com/.
NACo Prescription Drug Discount Program. Pick up free membership cards in 47 counties in North Carolina at pharmacies, libraries, and government buildings and Basic Needs Ministry. 10-40% discounts.
NeedyMeds.com is a physician developed assistance site.
Novartis gave away $284 million of the cancer drug Gleevec in three years.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance; 888-477-2669, http://www.pparx.com/. Connect with 475 public and private assistance programs. 36 companies gave away 35 million prescriptions valued at more than $5 billion dollars.
Pfizer offers free medicines and other plans regardless of age or income. In February 2004, Pfizer began a buy 6 prescriptions get 1 free offer on Viagara. Call 866-706-2400 or go to http://pfizerhelpfulanswers.com/.
Pharmaceutical Industry lists many free and reduced price drug offers at: http://www.helpingpatients.org/.
rxassist.org helps locate drug companies offering assistance for Medicare enrollees.
Schering-Plough assistance information. Call 800-521-7157 or 800-656-9485.
Veterans Administartion for vets.
Wal-Mart - Drug list of drugs dropped to $4 for a 30 day supply - July 2007.
Free blood and diagnostic tests, physical examinations, and other medical benefits are advertised in The News and Observer as well as other newspapers. They are frequently offered as part of a clinical trial. There are various risks associated with medical trials. Examples and excerpts of ads and benefits:
Alliance Medical Ministry, 2610 New Bern Ave., Raleigh, 919-784-2345. July 30, 2005 only.
Free Cervical cancer screening - Pap tests.
Duke University Medical Center, 919-681-4453.
Free study evaluations and new drug for Type 2 diabetes if you are 18-75 years old and trying to control diabetes with diet and exercise and one pill, but not insulin.
Duke University Medical Center, Duke ADHD Program, 919-416-2083. 2005.
Free medication, ADHD evaluation, and compensation for child 6-17 years old who has trouble paying attention and/or sitting still.
Envoy Medical, Greensboro, 866-950-HEAR. 2005.
Free implant of Envoy hearing device, testing and follow-up, if you qualify, are 18 or older, have hearing loss, and aren't satisfied with you current hearing aids.
Multi-Specialty Research Associates of NC; 919-783-4895. 2005.
Free physical examinations, EKGs, lab work, and study medication for people with mixed cholesterol problems.
Free physical examinations, self-monitoring blood glucose supplies, lab work, and study medication for people with Type 2 diabetes, who are taking insulin therapy and are not well controlled.
Free study related physical examiniations, study related lab tests, and study medication for people with ulcerative colitis in remission.
Free study related physical examination, laboratory assessments, study medication, and perhaps compensation for travel for people suffering from pain of firomyalgia.
Other studies and exams for Osteoarithis, Anxiety, Depression, Irritable Bowel Syndrone, Hypertension, and Hormone Replacement. Call Angie Barefoot at 919-341-3616 for more information on current studies.
N.C. Arthritis & Allergy Care Center, P.A.; 919-781-9633. 2005.
Free study related medical examination and topical arthritis study medication.
North Carolina Clinical Research, 919-881-0309. 2005.
Study medication, related physical examination, and laboratory evaluations for a child 2-12 years old, who was diagnosed with perennial rhinitis within last 12 months and experienced nasal allergy symptoms during the last season
Raleigh Neurology, Beth Jackson; 919-420-1662. 2005.
Free experimental drug for people ages 18-65 with multiple sclerosis who have experienced 2 or more attacks in the poast two years. Cannot be taking disease therapy.
Raleigh Neurology, Bobby Rich; 866-788-3928. 2005.
Free medication during study to prevent migraine attacks.
University of North Carolina Hospitals, Vascular Surgery, 2146 Bioinformatics Bldg., CB 7212, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7212; 919-966-3391. 2005.
Treatment with Zenith TX2 system instead of open surgery for those diagnosed with a thoracic aortic aneurysm.
University of North Carolina School of Medicine, UNC Pulmonary Research, 866-860-1659 or 919-843-6101; jeaniem@med.unc.edu. 2005.
Free study related physicals, pulmonary evaluations, and education about your disease; compensation for time and travel.
Wake Research Associates, 919-781-2514. 2005; http://www.wakeresearch.com/.
Free physical examination, blood tests, endoscopies (pictures of your food pipe, stomach, and intestines), and possibly compensation.
Free study related physical examination, lab tests, study medicine treatment for Crohn's Disease, and compensation for time and travel.
# Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program # Medicaid # Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program # Medicare Buy-In Program Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program
Benefits:
MCHIP uses federal and state funds to ensure that all Maryland�s children have medical insurance.
The Maryland Children's Health Insurance Program (MCHIP) gives full health benefits for children up to age 19, and pregnant women of any age who meet the income guidelines. MCHIP provides care through a variety of Managed Care Organizations (MCOs).
Eligibility:
1. Children under age 19, who are not eligible for Medicaid 2. Pregnant women of any age 3. Whose countable income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level 4. Children of employed parents whose employer does not offer family health insurance (NOTE: In some instances, having health insurance will not prevent you from being eligible for MCHIP. Even if you have health insurance, it's best to apply and let the case manager assigned to your application determine your eligibility)
How to Apply:
1. Complete an application and provide the requested information. The sooner you complete the application, the sooner your child(ren) will receive assistance. 2. Applications can be mailed in or carried in to any location listed below.
Where to Apply:
1. Applications are available at the local department of social services 2. Applications are also available at your local health department, WIC Centers, and local hospitals and schools 3. Applications can be mailed upon request by calling 1-800-456-8900
What to Bring:
1. General information about family members (such as names and birth dates) 2. Social Security numbers of applicants 3. Sources and amounts of income 4. If pregnant, written proof of pregnancy and expected date of delivery signed by your doctor or nurse.
Medicaid
Program Description:
Medicaid, also called Medical Assistance, is a Program that pays the medical bills of certain needy and low-income individuals. It is administered by the State and pays medical bills with Federal and State funds.
Eligibility:
Medicaid coverage is automatically granted to individuals receiving other public assistance, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), and Foster Care. Low-income families, children, pregnant women, and aged, blind, or disabled adults may also qualify for Medicaid. You can have private health insurance and be eligible for Medicaid. The rules are different for different groups and the kinds of medical care covered are different for different groups. If you need help paying for your own or your family?s medical bills, you should find out for sure about your eligibility for Medical Assistance by filing an application at your Local Department of Social Services.
Regional Variations
Benefits and eligibility requirements are standard across the State.
Where to Apply:
You must file an application to find out if you are eligible for Medicaid. To do this, go to The Local Department of Social Services (LDSS) in the city or county where you live. If you are applying for a child or a pregnant woman, you may apply at your Local Health Department.
For additional information on the Medicaid Program and eligibility requirements Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program
Services Offered:
The Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program provides help to qualified Maryland residents, regardless of age, who are not eligible for the Maryland Medical Assistance Program. Eligibility is not limited to the elderly and disabled.
Eligibility:
Eligibility for the Maryland Pharmacy Assistance Program is based on the financial resources available to the family unit. Participants receive a yellow and white MPAP card within one week of approval. Eligibility is for one year from the first day of the month in which the application is received.
How to Apply:
Those applying must contact their local department of social services. Complete and submit a declaratory application, which includes identifying information for each member of the household, including income and assets. Medicare Buy-In Program
Services Offered:
The Medicare Buy-In Program, also known as QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) and SLIMB (Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary). It is designed to protect low-income Medicare beneficiaries from the significant and growing costs required to receive Medicare coverage, including out-of-pocket cost sharing expenses (deductibles and co--payments). The Program connects the two largest public health programs in the country, Medicare and Medicaid, as Medicaid pays for all or part of the Medicare premium and deductible amounts for individuals who are financially eligible.
The QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) Program serves individuals with modest assets (up to $4,000 per individual or $6,000 per couple) with combined incomes that do not go over 100 percent of the federal poverty level. The state Medicaid program pays their Medicare Part B premiums and cost-sharing amounts. The SLIMB (Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary) Program pays only the Part B premium for those with incomes between 100 and 120 percent of poverty with assets up to $4,000 per individual or $6,000 per couple.
Please note that applications for all Medical Assistance programs can be obtained completed and submitted at your local health department, Drs. Office and Hospital Social Work Department.
Click here for Application form. Online Services
* SAIL - Am I Eligible? * eChild Support * Notification of Petition for Guardianship and Mutual Consent Adoption * Photos of Children Awaiting Adoption * Abbreviated Listing for All Children * BCDSS Kinship Parent Training Survey
Find Something
* DHR Call Center List * Careers * Data and Reports * Manuals and Forms * Employee Equal Opportunity * MD Commission for Women * Maryland Legal Services Program
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is composed of U.S. government biomedical research institutions and is not authorized to provide routine medical assistance or treatment funds.
These are some resources, however, that may help in finding information on financial aid for medical treatment. Visit these Web sites frequently for new information as it becomes available. Talk to your state or county health department or social workers at your local hospital for more information on available resources.
Assistance with Paying for Medical Care and Procedures
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) [hhs.gov] The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has information on assistance in paying for medical care for low-income families. Go to "Families & Children."
Contact DHHS directly:
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 Telephone: 202-619-0257 Toll-free: 1-877-696-6775
Government Benefits [govbenefits.gov] The official government benefits Web site. This is a free, confidential tool that locates government benefits.
Health Resources and Services Administration [mchb.hrsa.gov] The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the DHHS Web site, Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB), whose goal is to ensure equal access to quality health care in a supportive, culturally competent family and community setting.
Contact MCHB Directly:
Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) Parklawn Building Room 18-05 5600 Fishers Lane Rockville, MD 20857 Phone: 301-443-2170 Fax: 301-443-1797 E-mail: ctibbs@hrsa.gov
Insure Kids Now [insurekidsnow.gov] The Insure Kids Now Web site is a resource where you can find free or low cost health insurance for children and teens.
Find A Health Center [findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov] You can find federally funded free or low cost medical and dental care by using the HRSA Find A Health Center tool.
Hill-Burton Facilities [hrsa.gov] Hill-Burton facilities provide care to uninsured Americans. To locate a Hill-Burton facility in your area call 900-638-0742.
700 Thimble Shoals Boulevard Suite 200 Newport News, VA 23606
Phone: 800-532-5274 Fax: 757-873-8999
Family Voices offers resources and communication opportunities on the Internet for people with cognitive and other disabilities, for their families, and for those who provide services and support. This resource has a special interest in the care of children. Resources state by state.
Family Voices [familyvoices.org] 2340 Alamo SE, Suite 102 Albuquerque, NM 87106 Toll-free: 888-835-5669 Phone: 505-872-4774 Fax: 505-872-4780 Online E-mail Contact Form: http://familyvoices.org/contact.php
Your child may be eligible to receive social security. To find out if your child qualifies a publication from the Social Security Administration(SSI) [ssa.gov] outlines who may qualify, and how to get this money. It also provides links to the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) in each state.
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance [pparx.org] The Partnership for Prescription Assistance helps match patients who cannot afford medication to prescription assistance programs that provide free or nearly free medicines to eligible patients.
National Organization for Rare Disorders [rarediseases.org] The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is a federation of more than 130 nonprofit, voluntary health organizations serving people with rare disorders. The NORD Web site includes information on medication assistance programs and networking programs, a resource guide and links to other online resources.
Georgetown University Health Policy Institute [healthinsuranceinfo.net] The Georgetown University Health Policy Institute has written a consumer guide for getting and keeping health insurance for each state and the District of Columbia. These consumer guides are available on the institute's Web site and are updated periodically as changes in Federal and state policy warrant.
Health Care Choices provides information to the public on selecting and using various types of health insurance and managed care plans.
Health Care Choices P.O. Box 21039 Columbus Circle Station New York, NY 10023 Toll-free: 800-368-5779
TheDesk.info [thedesk.info] TheDesk.info is the first online Medicaid reference desk created by advocates and consumers. Medicaid is the largest source of funding for people with disabilities and those who provide their care. Medicaid is often the only source of financial assistance for health care, but it can be very complicated. This site provides an online "road map" to critical consumer information on government-funded health services.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services [cms.gov] The Web site from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services may provide information on qualifying for federal or state assistance for medical treatment.
Kaiser Health News [kaiserhealthnews.org/] A nonprofit news organization committed to in-depth coverage of health care policy and politics.
Medicaid Waivers
Medicaid waivers are state-run programs that use federal and state funds to pay for health care for people with certain health conditions. In some states, families can apply for a medicaid waiver that waives the family income and looks only at the disabled person's income. This allows people who would otherwise be ineligible for Medicaid to receive medical care. Most states have some type of Medicaid waiver program. To find out more about Medicaid waiver programs in general, as well as specific state programs, visit:
Medicare [medicare.gov] The official U.S. government Web site for people with Medicare offers information specific to Medicare, including eligibility guidelines and enrollment for Medicare coverage.
The National Institutes of Health, through the National Library of Medicine, developed ClinicalTrials.gov to provide patients, family members, and members of the public with current information on clinical research studies. To find clinical trials, click on the link below and type the disease name as your search term. After you click on a study, review its "eligibility" criteria to determine its appropriateness. Use the study's contact information to learn more. Check this site often for regular updates.
If there is a clinical trial for which you might be eligible and if you are interested in enrolling, you can find helpful general information on clinical trials on the ClinicalTrials.gov Web site on the National Human Genome Research Institute Web site at: Current NHGRI Clinical Studies.
Resources on many charitable or special-fare flights to research and treatment sites and low-cost hospitality accommodations for outpatients and family members, as well as ambulance services, are also listed on the ORDR Web pages [rarediseases.info.nih.gov].
Clinical Center [cc.nih.gov] The NIH Clinical Center's Patient Recruitment and Public Liaison (PRPL) Office assists patients, their families, and physicians by providing information on participating in research being conducted at the Warren Grant Magnuson Clinical Center, the NIH hospital in Bethesda, Maryland.
Click the link to access more information about COMPASS and to learn about the different benefits listed below...
If you want to find out if you qualify for Pennsylvania health and human services, apply for new benefits, finish your application or check your status, you're in the right place.
By using COMPASS you can apply at any time during the day or night from home, a library or any location with Internet access.
COMPASS is an online application for Pennsylvanians to apply for many health and human service programs.
Learn more about COMPASS Voter Registration and Information
Learn About Benefits
For complete information on the specific health and human service programs or benefits available through COMPASS, click on the links below.
* Health Care o • Medical Assistance o • CHIP o • adultBasic * Cash Assistance * Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) * Food Stamps * Home and Community Based Services * Long Term Care * School Meals
Click the link to access needed information, how to apply, eligibility requirement, benefits, useful links plus other information.
Emergency Aid to Elders, Disabled and Children (EAEDC)
- AN OVERVIEW -
EAEDC ♦ Information: 1-800-249-2007 ♦ Applications: Apply at your local office ♦ Local offices: DTA Office Locations ♦ Recipient services: 1-800-445-6604 Quick Links: Eligibility Check Benefits How to Apply
For more information, click on the questions below: What is EAEDC?
Emergency Aid to Elders, Disabled and Children (EAEDC) is a Massachusetts state-funded program that provides cash and medical assistance to needy families and individuals who are not receiving TAFDC, SSI, or other similar benefits. Am I eligible?
Elders, the disabled, children, and certain other individuals are eligible for EAEDC if they have very little income and resources and do not qualify for other cash assistance programs. You must be a resident of Massachusetts and a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen. Eligibility Check
The EAEDC Eligibility Check is an easy way for you to find out if you are likely to qualify for EAEDC by answering online questions about your family, your assets, and your income. You will see the results of the eligibility check right away, on your computer screen. What benefits will I get?
The amount of monthly EAEDC cash benefits you will get depends on your family size, your living situation, and your income. The maximum monthly benefit for an individual paying all living expenses is about $300. You will also get health insurance through MassHealth. How do I apply?
To apply for EAEDC, you should call or visit your local Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) office. See the DTA's list of DTA Office Locations, or call 1-800-249-2007 for more information. You will need proof of identity, income, assets, and expenses. How do I use my benefits?
You will receive half of your monthly grant twice a month, either deposited directly into your bank account or paid through an electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card. With your EBT card, you can withdraw cash at bank ATMs and supermarkets.
Useful links
Links to other web sites with information about the EAEDC program.
Click the link to learn more about Medicaid and Heath Choice for Children.
The North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance (DMA) manages the Medicaid and Health Choice programs.
Medicaid is a health insurance program for low-income individuals and families who cannot afford health care costs. Medicaid serves low-income parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. read more about Medicaid >> Health Choice for Children
Health Choice is a free or reduced price comprehensive health care program for children. If your family makes too much money to qualify for Medicaid but too little to afford rising health insurance premiums, your child(ren) may qualify for Health Choice. read more about Health Choice >>
There are several ways to apply for Cash, SNAP (formerly Food Stamps), and Medical Assistance.
* Apply Online
Use the Illinois Web Benefits Online Application System to apply for SNAP, cash or medical assistance. Follow the instructions on the first page of the application process. Do not complete a paper application. Apply online now! * Apply Using a PAPER Application 1. Download the application o Request for Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, and SNAP (pdf) o Cuando Solicita Beneficios (pdf) Solicitud Para Asistencia Economica - Asistencia Medica - Estampillas de Comida (pdf) 2. Follow the directions on the form. Type in as much information as you can. If you can't answer all the questions, that's ok. You must include your name and address. You may print out the application and write on it if you prefer. You must sign the form. 3. Once you've completed the application, carry, mail or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center. Use the DHS Office Locator to locate your local office. * Apply At Your local Family Community Resource Center
Applications are taken at DHS local offices. Use the DHS Office Locator to locate the Family Community Resource Center in your county to apply for benefits.
What happens next?
The application process begins the day your DHS office receives your signed application. You will be asked to come to the office for an interview or participate by phone if you are unable to come to the office.
You will be asked for various types of documents such as:
* proof of your identity * proof of your residence * proof of Social Security numbers for all people on your application. * other types of documents depending on your circumstances.
The DHS caseworker will tell you what you need to bring. Contact Information
DHS, USDA, and HHS are equal opportunity providers and employers.
Please call our toll-free line at 1-800-843-6154 (Voice), 1-800-447-6404 (TTY), if you have questions or need help with the application.
* Department of Human Services EEO/AA Office 401 S. Clinton Street, 7th floor Chicago, IL 60607 * U.S. Department of Agriculture Director, Office of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington D.C. 20250-9410 (800) 795-3272 (Voice) and (202)720-6382 (TTY) * U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Director, Office for Civil Rights, Room 506-F HHS Building 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 (202) 619-0403 (Voice) (202) 619-3257 (TTY)
Click the link to access the different services listed below....
Medical Programs
What services are available?
Medicaid programs are officially administered through the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, the public may apply for medical assistance at their Illinois Department of Human Services Family Community Resource Center. General Qualifications
In general for medical assistance a person has to be either:
* Blind, Disabled or Aged (65 or older), or * have children under the age of 19, or * be pregnant.
They must also meet financial eligibility criteria and in most cases must be citizens (except for children). How to Apply?
See Apply For SNAP, Cash, and Medical Assistance. More Information & Resources
* All Kids * State of Illinois Health and Wellness Website
Click the link to see about applying for Cash assistance, medical assistance, food assistance and disability assistance plus more information too.
Office of Family Stability-Applications
In accordance with Federal law and USDA policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or call: (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer
Some Very Important Things to Know When Applying
* To apply for cash and food assistance benefits, you must complete a face-to-face interview. The county will schedule that interview after you complete the application and mail it, fax it, or deliver it to the county agency. The face-to-face interview may be waived if you meet a hardship condition * It is important that you mail, fax, or deliver your application to the county agency as soon as possible as it could affect the first day that you may be eligible to receive benefits. * A case worker at your County Department of Job and Family Services can help you if you are having problems getting needed information. It is important that you inform your caseworker that you need help.
Applications and other forms
* The Request for Ohio Works First, Disability Financial Assistance, Refugee Cash, Food Assistance and Medical Assistance is a four-page document that must be completed, signed and dated. If you cannot complete the document, you must provide the household's name, address, and signature to preserve your application file date. Mail, fax, or deliver it to the Department of Job and Family Services in your county. Click here to get addresses of where to apply for food assistance benefits. Click here to see if you may be eligible for food assistance benefits.. * Along with your application, we would like to provide you with an opportunity to register to vote or change your address. Click here for the Voter Registration Application and bring it with you to the Local Job and Family Services. If you need assistance with this application, please bring it to you when you submit your application to the County Job and Family Services and they can assist you. * The Application/Reapplication Verification Request lists some items that you may need to bring to your interview. If you do not have all the documents that you need, the county caseworker will give you some more time to get those documents. If you need help getting the documents, ask your caseworker for help. * Fact Sheets are available for you to learn more information about the cash, medical and food assistance programs. * A Program Guide describes the programs that the Department of Job and Family Services operates.
Your Rights and Responsibilities
* Your Rights and Responsibilities * Sus Derechos y Oblliigaciiones * Xuquuqdaada iyo Waajibaadka
Department of Job and Family Services Applications
The applications are available in portable document format (PDF), indicated by a blue underline. To access them, you must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader. It can be downloaded for FREE from the Adobe website. Employment Retention Incentive (ERI) Program
* Request for Cash, Food Assistance and Medical Assistance - complete this application if you would like to see if you are eligible for cash, food stamp and medical benefits. * Departamento de Trabajo y Servicios a la Familia del Esatado do Ohio - complete esta solicitud si desea saber si usted es elegible para recibir ayuda financiera, medica o para recibir cupones de alimentos * Healthy Start/Healthy Families - complete this application if you would like to see if you or your children are eligible for medical benefits. * Application for Help with Medicare Expenses (Medicare Premium Assistance Program) - complete this application if you would like to see if you are eligible to have your Medicare premiums paid. * Solicitud Combinada para Programas - Beneficios Medicos y Nutricionales - complete esta solicitud si desea saber si usted o sus ninos son elegibles para recibir beneficios medicos. * Codsiga Kaashka, Gargaarka Cuntada (Food Stamp), iyo Gargaaka Caafimaadka (Medical Assistance) * Pedido para Recibir Efectivo, Estampillas de Alimentos y Asistencia Me'dica
This group of volunteers help out others in times of disaster as they and many other people from firefighters from Los Angeles to more that will help out in time of disaster whether it is here or outside this country....
Here is a little bit about Doctors Without Borders and see the link for more inspiring efforts by this group...
About Us History and Principles
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization created by doctors and journalists in France in 1971.
Today, MSF provides aid in nearly 60 countries to people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe, primarily due to armed conflict, epidemics, malnutrition, exclusion from health care, or natural disasters. MSF provides independent, impartial assistance to those most in need. MSF reserves the right to speak out to bring attention to neglected crises, to challenge inadequacies or abuse of the aid system, and to advocate for improved medical treatments and protocols.
In 1999, MSF received the Nobel Peace Prize.
They deserved getting the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts.
Click the link to access information regarding prescriptions, medical assistance, medicare and more...
Medical assistance
* Medical assistance (Medicaid) * Medicare * Prescriptions
Also see: '' Chronic health conditions and safety concerns for seniors '' Living well with chronic conditions '' DHS Pain Management program
The Oregon Helps Web site can tell you whether your family might be able to get help from various state and federal assistance programs, including medical assistance.
Medical assistance (Medicaid)
* Oregon Health Plan - The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) offers health care to its members at little or no cost. The program covers a wide range of medical benefits and services such as doctor's visits, prescription drugs and other medically necessary services and supplies. You must have been without private health insurance for at least the last 6 months. You will not qualify for OHP if you have Medicare, unless you are pregnant. You also must meet one of the following: o Be less than 19 years of age; o Be pregnant; or o Have been selected from the reservation list. Beginning in March, 2008, the state will randomly select 2,000 people per month for 12 months.
* Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries - The Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMB) program helps people who have Medicare pay for their co-pays and premium
* Oregon Supplemental Income Program Medicaid - OSIPM covers a wide range of medical benefits and services such as doctor's visits, prescription drugs and other medically necessary services and supplies. Once you are eligible for OSIPM, you may also be eligible for services such as in-home care, adult foster homes, residential care, assisted living, nursing home care and cash for special needs. The program provides medical benefits to: o People with disabilities (physical or mental disabilities). o Those who are legally blind. o Those older than age 65.
To apply for these benefits, please contact the local office in your area.
Proof you may be asked to provide when applying:
* Identity for each person * Gross income for each person * Citizenship * Life insurance policy * Medical bills * Housing/utility costs * Health insurance identification and premium * Alien status for any person who is not a U.S. Citizen
You will be asked to complete an application. Click here for a look at the application and the types of things you may need to verify. You may be able to complete a shorter application. It is best to contact your local office before you begin to complete the application.
Medicare
Medicare is the national health insurance program for people age 65 or older, some people under age 65 with disabilities and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), which is permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant. For more information, visit Medicare on-line.
If you currently have Medicare, you may qualify for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries Program and receive help with your Medicare co-pays and premiums.
Prescription drug assistance
* Oregon Prescription Drug Assistance
* Partnership for Prescription Assistance
* Needymeds.com
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Click here to go to the Oregon Dept. of Veterans' Affairs outreach contact form
The State Children's Health Insurance Program (S-CHIP) is a low-cost, private health insurance plan that provides health insurance coverage to eligible children until the age of 19.
Who qualifies?
Eligibility is based on a family's gross income. Your income and family size will determine whether or not your children qualify. Children do not have to be US citizens to qualify. To find out if you qualify, call 877-KIDS-NOW or visit the Insure Kids Web site.
What does S-CHIP cover?
In most states, S-CHIP pays for doctor visits, prescription medicines and hospitalizations, among other services. However, each state program has its own set of rules and benefits -- and some limitations apply. Most states also cover the cost of dental care, eye care, and medical equipment.
How to apply
In most states, you can complete a short application and send it through the mail. Call 877-KIDS NOW or get an application for your state.
VHAP is a health insurance program for low-income adults age 18 and older who have been uninsured for 12 months or more – with exceptions for Vermonters who recently lost their insurance because of a life change such as a divorce or loss of a job (Read further information on VHAP Qualifications).
Who can enroll? Adults without children can earn up to and including $1,359* per month and parents can make up to and including $2,256* per month for a family of two, $2,836* per month for a family of three and $3,415* per month for a family of four and still be eligible.
What services are covered? VHAP covers a wide range of services including hospital care, prescription medicines, mental health and doctor visits.
How much does it cost? Monthly premiums for your VHAP coverage are based on your household income and family size, or you may get assistance from the state to help pay a monthly portion of your employer’s health plan. (Read further information on Employer-Sponsored Insurance (ESI) Premium Assistance.)
Premiums for VHAP range from $7-$49 depending on your income and the only co-payment is $25 for emergency room visits.
* You may still qualify if your monthly income is higher if you have earned income and/or child care expenses.
There are many ways that you may be eligible for OHP if you live in Oregon and are a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen.
Different eligibility rules and income levels apply to different groups of people.
The level of coverage (benefit package) you receive is based on your income, age, and physical or mental condition. For example, eligible pregnant women and children under age 19 receive the highest level of coverage.
The Oregon Helps Web site can tell you whether your family might be able to get help from various state and federal assistance programs, including the Oregon Health Plan.
How to apply
To receive an OHP application packet, call (1-800) 359-9517 or TTY: (1-800) 621-5260. You can also download an electronic version (in PDF format) of the OHP application packet by clicking here.
If you receive SSI, are eligible for Medicare, or are 65 years of age or older: Call your local Department of Human Services (DHS) or Area Agency on Aging (AAA) office, or (1-800) 282-8096 (voice and TTY) for more information about the OHP and other health care programs.
If you have a foster child and would like information about OHP: Contact your local DHS child welfare office or Oregon Youth Authority worker.
You will need copies of ...
When you apply for the OHP, you will need to provide copies of the following (when applicable):
Proof of income
Proof of your non-citizen status
Proof of pregnancy and due date signed by a medical provider
Health insurance information, if any family member has other insurance (copy of insurance cards)
Proof of American Indian/Alaska Native status
A copy of your Student Aid Report that shows your Estimated Family Contribution and your Pell eligibility status
What is covered?
The following services are examples of what may be covered by your benefit package:
Diagnosis (services to find out what is wrong)
Physician services
Check-ups (medical and dental)
Family planning services
Maternity, prenatal, and newborn care
Prescription services
Hospital services
Comfort care and hospice
Dental services
Alcohol/drug treatment
Mental health services
What is not covered?
Treatment for conditions that get better on their own, like colds
If you think your child(ren) might be eligible, call today and have an application sent to you or download it from our site. Don’t miss out on a benefit that could help your child(ren)! To be eligible, children must be:
• A US Citizen or lawful, permanent resident who has lived in the US for 5 years • A Wyoming Resident (residing in the state of Wyoming) • Age 18 or younger • Income Eligible Children cannot be:
• A dependent of an employee of the State of Wyoming • Resident of an institution • Have other health insurance within the last 30 days
The following chart will help you determine if your child meets the income guidelines. If your income is higher than the figures below, please call and talk to the Kid Care CHIP Eligibility Unit or fill out an application, sign it and mail it in.
The best way to find out if your child may be eligible for Kid Care CHIP is to apply.
Family Size
Gross Monthly Income* (before taxes)
2
$2,428.33
3
3,051.67
4
3,675.00
5
4,298.33
6
4,921.67
7
5,545.00
8
6,168.33
For families with more than 8 members add $623.34 for each additional member.
*These income guidelines are effective April 1, 2009 - March 31, 2010. Income guidelines increase April 1 of each year.
Key points to Remember: Income figures are gross income (before taxes).
Co-payments:
Cost to the family:
There are currently no enrollment costs or monthly premiums for Kid Care CHIP. Families do have to pay co-payments for some services. Some services like check-ups and immunizations are free.
Co-payments are capped at $200 per family per benefit year. (Benefit year is July to June of each year)
Benefits Covered: Kid Care CHIP offers a complete set of healthcare benefits for Wyoming’s eligible children, such as:
• Inpatient and outpatient hospital services • Doctor visits • Laboratory and x-ray services • Well-baby, well-child and well-adolescent care, including age appropriate immunizations • Prescriptions • Mental Health services • Dental services • Vision services • Physical Therapy • Other Health Benefits
Insurance Card: If your child is a new Kid Care CHIP enrollee: • You will receive an insurance ID card, an enrollee handbook and a provider directory from Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as a Dental ID Card and handbook from Delta Dental by the 15th of the month that your enrollment begins. For example, if you receive a letter from Kid Care CHIP dated January 10 stating your children will be enrolled February 1, you can expect the packet around February 15th.
• If your child has a medical appointment after enrollment begins but prior to receiving an ID card, take your letter with you to the medical provider.
• If your child needs a prescription filled prior to receiving the ID card, you may contact Blue Cross Blue Shield at 1-800-209-9720.
• As proof of Kid Care CHIP coverage, show your dentist the ID card from Delta Dental of Wyoming.
The Food Stamp Program helps low income people buy the food they need for good health. You may be able to get food stamps if you:
work for low wages,
are unemployed or work part time,
receive welfare or other public assistance payments,
are elderly or disabled and live on a small income, or
are homeless.
In Maryland, food stamp benefits are accessed through an Electronic Benefits Transfer System.
The Local Department of Social Services will give or mail to you a food stamp application on the same day you ask for one. You may ask for it in person, over the phone, or by mail; or someone else may get one for you.
You may turn in your application form even if the local department cannot see you on that day.
Eligibility:
For food stamps, a household is usually a group of people who live together and buy and cook meals together. If you are eligible, we will calculate your food stamps based on how many people are in your household and on your income and expenses.
Almost all types of income count to determine if your household is eligible. Most households must have income at or below certain dollar limits before and after we subtract expenses.
Deductions from monthly gross income include: 20 percent of earned income, $134 standard deduction, dependent care deduction, any medical expenses more than $35 for elderly and disabled members, housing and legally owed and paid child support.
Households may have up to $2,000 in countable assets. This includes bank accounts. If a member of the household is 60 or older, the limit on countable assets increases to $3,000.
With some exceptions, able-bodied adults between 16 and 60 years of age must register for work, accept an offer of work and take part in employment and training activities.
There is no time limit on how long you can get food stamps. If you are getting Temporary Cash Assistance and your assistance ends, you may still get food stamps.
How to Apply:
Apply in your Local Office or through the internet. For more information about applying, call 1-800-332-6347
Where to Apply:
Apply at your Local Department of Social Services. Click here for a list of local departments to apply in person. You may file an application by mail, fax or other electronic means or someone may drop an application off for you.
Print an application from the DHR website fill it out and take it to your local department of social services. Please click here for an application form. You may file an application by mail, fax or other electronic means or you may have someone drop an application off at Local Department of Social Services. Go to www.marylandsail.org to see a listing of other forms you may need.
What to Bring:
Proof of identity (driver�s license, ID card);
Proof of address, unless you are homeless (apartment or house lease, electric, gas, water or phone bill, rent book or receipt, or mortgage statement);
Social Security Number for everyone you are applying for. If you don�t have a number you will have to apply for one;
Proof of the amount all earned and unearned income before taxes or deductions (pay stubs for the past month or two, employer wage statement, benefit letters from Social Security, unemployment compensation, Veteran�s Administration or pensions)
Proof of shelter costs. If you want us to count your actual utility expenses you will have to verify them (rent or mortgage, insurance on your house, telephone, gas, electric, oil and water bills);
Proof of any cash or non-cash assets (most recent savings and checking account statement, value of stocks or bonds);
Proof of immigration status for non-citizens who are applying for food stamps (you do not have to provide any immigration information on people who are not applying for food stamps);
Proof of child support payments you make if you want us to consider the amount you pay (support order, separation agreement, child support records);
Proof of out-of-pocket medical expenses if you are age 60 or older or receive federal disability benefits (doctor or hospital bills; prescription receipts, receipts for over-the-counter medical expenses if prescribed by a medical practitioner; transportation costs to get to medical care);
Proof of child care expenses if you are working or looking for work or in training.
+ If you have trouble getting papers or information you need, ask the local department for help.
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