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CHAPTER 6
Federal Resources for Health Care
Coverage
As with all government programs, changes in elections, legislative sessions, and public opinion can affect programs supported by tax resources. The information given here is provided to let you know that there are programs in place to help you get assistance as a single parent so you can take care of your family. For the most current information on these programs, visit the Web site of the
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services at www.hhs.gov or your state fam- ily services department.
Eligibility for Medicaid and SCHIP is
determined by comparing certain income
levels to the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
For reference, the 2012 poverty guidelines are shown in Appendix B at the back of this volume. Benefits are available for families with income up to 2 1/2 times the poverty level depending on other eligibility requirements.
Medicaid
Good health is important to everyone. If you can't afford to pay for medical care right now, Medicaid can make it possible for you to receive not only the care you need so that you can get healthy, but also the care you need to stay healthy. Medicaid is the United States health program for individuals and families with low incomes that is
Life is not merely to be alive, but to be well.
~Marcus Valerius Martial
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