June 2, 2026 ~ If you’re having trouble affording your prescription drugs, you are not alone. There are several programs and resources that may help lower your costs. These include government programs, drug discount cards, pharmaceutical company assistance programs, and financial help from nonprofit organizations. This...
April 14, 2026 ~ Each year on April 16, National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) serves as a powerful reminder to take control of your future health care. This national initiative exists to inspire, educate, and empower individuals to think about and document their health care...
April 7, 2026 ~ In-home supportive services (IHSS), sometimes called home help programs, are Medicaid programs that provide care in a person’s home. Medicaid is funded by the federal government, but each state runs its own program. Because of this: Not every state offers IHSS Programs...
March 24, 2026 ~ Do you receive government benefits like SSI or Medicaid? If so, you may wonder what happens if you suddenly receive extra money. For example, if you receive an inheritance from a family member, a gift from a crowdfunding campaign, or maybe...
December 2, 2025 ~ Many people feel nervous about applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) because they worry it means they can never work again. But that’s not the case. The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers several programs to help people ease back into...
November 25, 2025 ~ If you’ve received—or may receive—a legal financial settlement, such as from a car accident, it’s important to understand how it could affect your eligibility for Medicaid. This is especially true for people diagnosed with chronic or serious medical conditions like cancer,...
Medicaid is a federal program that provides health insurance coverage to qualified individuals, such as individuals or families with lower incomes. Medicaid is administered at the state level and states can apply to the federal government for waivers, to customize their programs. For example, some...
Do you have Medicaid? Have you heard that Medicaid is “unwinding?” Wondering what that means? Have you, or someone in your family recently gone to the doctor or the pharmacy, and found out that your Medicaid coverage was cancelled? This blog will explain what is Medicaid...
After a cancer diagnosis, you may find it challenging to balance your health needs and work responsibilities. If you’re finding it difficult to work, know that you have options, whether it’s getting accommodations, taking time off, going out on disability, or to stop working entirely. Whatever...
Choosing the right nursing home can feel overwhelming. While trying to make sure that you find a facility that will provide quality care for you or a family member, and be a comfortable place to stay, you also need to make sure that you can...