--- title: Government Healthcare Programs --- [![UNITE HERE HEALTH](https://www.uhh.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo-UHH-1.png?width=250&height=100&name=Logo-UHH-1.png "UNITE HERE HEALTH")](https://www.uhh.org) ![](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/search-icon.png) [CAREERS](https://www.uhh.org/careers)![right-bullet](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/right-bullet-icon.png)  [LIBRARY](https://www.uhh.org/library) ![Arrow icon](https://www.uhh.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Arrow%20icon.png?width=17&height=17&name=Arrow%20icon.png)  [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](https://www.facebook.com/UniteHereHealth) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/unite-here-health) # Government Healthcare - Resources If you lost healthcare coverage with UNITE HERE HEALTH, there are available resources to help you. ### Choose the state where you live to view Medicaid and other resources in your area: Choose your state Alaska Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Hawaii Illinois Indiana Louisiana Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Mississippi Nevada New Jersey New York Ohio Pennsylvania Rhode Island Tennessee Texas Virginia Washington Washington, D.C. West Virginia **Important Links** - Contact [your local union](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/PDF_Documents/Flyer-ListofLocals.pdf?hsLang=en) for questions about local union activity. - Find [a local insurance agent](https://localhelp.healthcare.gov/#/) to help with an insurance application. ## Alaska ### COVID-19 Vaccine resources - [Department of Health and Social Services](ttp://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/Epi/id/Pages/default.aspx) - [COVID-19 Vaccine Info](http://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/Epi/id/Pages/COVID-19/vaccine.aspx) - [CVS health COVID-19 vaccine information](https://www.cvs.com/immunizations/covid-19-vaccine?cid=redir-covidvaccine&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=The+Script+10%2F30%2F20&utm_content=8fdb2c4e23cacdfd2f219c9150cf01fb&utm_source=Robly.com) - [Drive-through COVID-19 testing in Anchorage](https://covid-response-moa-muniorg.hub.arcgis.com/pages/testing) - [Vaccine eligibility and scheduling for members outside of Anchorage ](http://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/epi/id/pages/COVID-19/vaccine.aspx) - [Washington State vaccine eligibility and scheduling](https://www.doh.wa.gov/Emergencies/COVID19) ### Government resources - **Medicaid:** Qualifications are based on low income. For more information visit [http://dhss.alaska.gov/dhcs/Pages/medicaid_medicare/default.aspx](http://dhss.alaska.gov/dhcs/Pages/medicaid_medicare/default.aspx) - **Medicare: **For senior and disabilities services visit [http://dhss.alaska.gov/dsds/Pages/contact.aspx](http://dhss.alaska.gov/dsds/Pages/contact.aspx). - The Medicare Information Office is available by appointment only at 550 W. 7th Ave., Suite 1230, Anchorage. To schedule an appointment call (907) 269-3680. ### Additional Resources [Alaska Public Assistance](http://dhss.alaska.gov/dpa/Pages/contacts.aspx) ## Arizona ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.azahcccs.gov/](https://www.azahcccs.gov/) ## California If you live in California and lost healthcare coverage with UNITE HERE HEALTH, you have healthcare options. ### Available options - **Kaiser Members:** - Call Kaiser at [(800) 270-4095](tel:8002704095) or go to [kp.org/exploreoptions](https://www.kp.org/exploreoptions) for help enrolling in a Kaiser plan through Medi-Cal, Medicare, or Covered CA. - Kaiser members who live in LA County can also get help from LA Care by calling [(888) 439-5124](tel:8884395124). - If you need additional help paying for high medical costs at a Kaiser facility, please call Kaiser’s Medical Financial Assistance program at [(800) 390-3507](tel:8002704095). - If you need help with essentials like housing, childcare, or food, Thrive Local Connections can help connect you to resources in your community. Call [(800) 443-6328 (TTY 711)](tel:8004436328) - **Medi-Cal: **California’s Medicaid program. Qualifications are based on a low income in 2020. Review the chart below, find your residing county and click on the correlating link. - **If you don’t qualify for Medi-Cal: **Enroll for Covered CA (subsidized coverage) visit [https://www.coveredca.com/](https://www.coveredca.com/) or call (800) 300-1506. - **If you don’t qualify for Medi-Cal or Covered LA:** If you don’t qualify for either program due to lack of residency or documents, or you cannot afford to pay for Covered CA, LA County also offers insurance coverage through My Health. LA: [http://dhs.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/dhs/mhla](http://dhs.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/dhs/mhla) - San Francisco residents: [https://www.sfhsa.org/services/health-food/medi-cal](https://www.sfhsa.org/services/health-food/medi-cal) - San Diego residents: [https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/ssp/medi-cal_program/index.html](https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/ssp/medi-cal_program/index.html) ### Want a non-Kaiser plan? | County of residence | Name of organization | By phone | Website | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Los Angeles County | LA County Dept of Public Social Services | (866) 613-3777 | [LA County Dept of Public Social Services Website](https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/Pages/ApplyforMedi-Cal.aspx) | | Los Angeles County | LA Care | (888) 439-5124 | [LA Care Website](http://www.lacare.org/health-plans/medi-cal/how-to-join) | | Orange County | Cal Win | (800) 281-9799 | [Cal Win Website](https://www.mybenefitscalwin.org/) | | Riverside | Riverside County |   | [Riverside County Website](https://www.coveredca.com/) | | San Bernardino County |   |   | [San Bernardino County Website](https://c4yourself.com/c4yourself/medical.jsp) | | Monterey County |   | (866) 323-1953 | [Monterey County Website](https://mc-choice.co.monterey.ca.us/programs/medi-cal/#:~:text=Ways%20to%20apply%3A&text=By%20telephone%2C%20you%20may%20call,(831)%20784%2D5964.) | | San Francisco County |   |   | [https://www.sfhsa.org/services/health-food/medi-cal](https://www.sfhsa.org/services/health-food/medi-cal) | | San Diego County |   |   | [https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/ssp/medi-cal_program/index.html](https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hhsa/programs/ssp/medi-cal_program/index.html) | ### About Medi-Cal Medi-Cal covers essential health services like doctor visits, hospitalization, mental health, vision, dental, and some prescriptions. Please note, due to the high volume of new applications, the process is taking longer than normal, and the steps mentioned below may be done out of order if helps to expedite coverage. The process for verifying your Medi-Cal eligibility, from the time your completed application is received to when you receive your Benefits Identification Card (BIC), normally takes 45 days. **The general process for verification is as follows:** 1. Apply – complete the application, and submit either in person, by mail, by phone, or online 2. Receive a Notification of Likely Eligibility by mail 3. Your county's social services office may contact you by mail or by phone to request paper verification if income, citizenship, and other criteria cannot be verified electronically 4. Receive Final Notice of Action notifying you of whether or not you can receive Medi-Cal 5. Receive your BIC – when you receive your BIC in the mail, you are able to use the many Medi-Cal benefits available to you **What to include with your application:** - Proof of the identity of the head of household - Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Nationalization and identification for all applicants, go to [http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/pages/dra.aspx](http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/pages/dra.aspx) - Social Security number for each person for whom application is made - Proof of income - Proof of the value of real and personal property   ## Colorado ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.healthfirstcolorado.com/apply-now/](https://www.healthfirstcolorado.com/apply-now/) ## Connecticut ### How to sign up for Medicaid in Your State Web: [https://www.accesshealthct.com/AHCT/cthix/#/home](https://www.accesshealthct.com/AHCT/cthix/#/home) or [https://www.connect.ct.gov/access/jsp/access/Home.jsp](https://www.connect.ct.gov/access/jsp/access/Home.jsp) Tel: (855) 805-4325 ## Florida ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.myflorida.com/accessflorida/](https://www.myflorida.com/accessflorida/) ## Georgia ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://medicaid.georgia.gov/how-apply](https://medicaid.georgia.gov/how-apply) ## Hawaii ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://medquest.hawaii.gov/en/members-applicants/get-started/how-to-apply.html](https://medquest.hawaii.gov/en/members-applicants/get-started/how-to-apply.html) ## Illinois Illinois offers qualifying residents Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps/link), and financial assistance/temporary assistance for families (TANF) to help with food, bills/rent, and more. To see if you qualify and apply online visit: [https://abe.illinois.gov](https://abe.illinois.gov/) or [https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=33698](https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=33698) Wait times can be long but you can also apply via telephone by calling (800) 843-6154. Once you apply, expect to receive a call (the phone number that they put on their application is very important) from ABE stating what you qualify for. You can also check status on the profile you create online. ### Illinois ACA Exchange [https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/faqs.html](https://getcovered.illinois.gov/resources/faqs.html) For citizens and U.S. nationals; If you don’t already have health insurance through an employer, Medicare, Medicaid, Children’s Insurance Program (CHIP), or other source that provides qualifying health coverage. - People with pre-existing conditions, including cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure cannot be denied coverage or charged more for their health insurance. - People who do not receive health insurance through their employer, or through federal programs like Medicare or Medicaid, can buy health insurance through online insurance exchanges. - Health plans must cover essential health benefits including cancer treatment and follow-up care. - May be less expensive than COBRA. ### Additional Resources [Healthcare for Kids](https://www.illinois.gov/hfs/MedicalPrograms/AllKids) [Waiver Programs for disabled, brain injury, elderly, HIV/AIDS](https://www.illinois.gov/hfs/MedicalClients/HCBS/Pages/default.aspx) [Crisis/Emergency: Mental Health Partners/Providers](https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30893) [Find a Federally Qualified Healthcare Center](https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/) (Helpful tip: search by your zip code) [Chicago free dental/sliding scale dental care](https://www.freedental.org/ci/il-chicago) ### Financial assistance, rent, utility, and food assistance - [Catholic Charities](http://www.catholiccharities.net/GetHelp.aspx) - [Department of Human Services](https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30366) ### Discount pharmacy programs - [Illinois RxCard](https://illinoisrxcard.com/) - Medicare: [pharmaceutical assistance program ](https://www.medicare.gov/pharmaceutical-assistance-program/) ## Indiana Medicaid: Qualifications are based on low income for 2020. To apply for SNAP/cash assistance or healthcare coverage, visit [https://fssabenefits.in.gov/bp/#/](https://fssabenefits.in.gov/bp/#/)or [https://www.in.gov/medicaid/members/52.htm](https://www.in.gov/medicaid/members/52.htm). Phone: (800) 403-0864 Hoosier Healthwise: This program is for children up to age 19 and pregnant women. The program covers medical care like doctor visits, prescription medicine, mental health care, dental care, hospitalizations, and surgeries at little or no cost to you. Learn more: [https://www.in.gov/medicaid/members/174.htm](https://www.in.gov/medicaid/members/174.htm) ### Additional Resources Federally Qualified Health Center Get primary care and dental services at [HealthLinc Community Health Clinic](https://healthlincchc.org/) ## Louisiana ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [http://ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/subhome/48](http://ldh.la.gov/index.cfm/subhome/48) ## Maryland ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/shop-and-compare/medicaid-basics-and-benefits/](https://www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/shop-and-compare/medicaid-basics-and-benefits/) Tel: (855) 642-8572 ## Massachusetts ### How to sign up for Medicaid in Your State Web: [https://www.mahealthconnector.org/](https://www.mahealthconnector.org/) Tel: (877) 623-6765 ### Apply for MassHealth, the Health Safety Net, or the Children's Medical Security Plan [https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-masshealth-the-health-safety-net-or-the-childrens-medical-security-plan](https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-masshealth-the-health-safety-net-or-the-childrens-medical-security-plan) ### For Massachusetts ONLY, the following community agencies and resources can help you if you need assistance applying for coverage through MassHealth/The Connector: [Connector and MassHealth assistance orgs](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/Connector%20and%20MassHealth%20assistance%20orgs.pdf) | City | Organization | Phone | Website | Navigator Languages | Additional Services/Programs offered | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Boston | Enhance Asian Community on Health - Franklin Street | [(857) 472-3224](tel:8574723224) | [http://www.each4asian.or/](http://www.each4asian.or/) | Chinese - multiple dialects, English | Assistance with food, medicine, rent, and other daily expenses if eligible | | Cambridge/Medford | Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) - Cambridge Hospital | [(617) 665-1100](tel:6176651100) | [https://www.challiance.or g/help-center/financial-assistance](https://www.challiance.or%20g/help-center/financial-assistance) | Multiple languages | Food access; Housing; Community resources | | Dorchester | Bowdoin Street Health Center | [(617) 754-0100](tel:6177540100) | [https://www.bidmc.org/lo cations/bowdoin-street-health-center/about-bowdoin-street-health-center](https://www.bidmc.org/lo%20cations/bowdoin-street-health-center/about-bowdoin-street-health-center) | English, Spanish, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, French, Vietnamese, Polish | Food access; Workforce development classes | | Quincy | South Cove Community Health Center | [(617) 318-3300](tel:6173183300) | [http://www.scchc.org/](http://www.scchc.org/) | Chinese, English | WIC | | Quincy Asian Resources Inc. (QARI) | [(617) 472-2200](https://www.uhh.org/6174722200) | [https://quincyasianresources.org/](https://quincyasianresources.org/) | Chinese - Cantonese, Chinese - Mandarin, English | ESOL classes; Workforce development; Food stamps; Low-income housing; Legal representation | | | Everett | Joint Committee for Children's Health Care in Everett | [(617) 394-2414](tel:6173942414) | [https://jcchce.org/](https://jcchce.org/) | French, Haitian Creole, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish | N/A | ## Michigan In Michigan, there are many healthcare programs available to children, adults, and families. Specific coverages may vary depending on the program and the applicant's citizenship status (some non-citizens may be limited to coverage of emergency services only). See if you qualify: [https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-71547_4860-35199--,00.html](https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-71547_4860-35199--,00.html) ## Mississippi ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://medicaid.ms.gov/medicaid-coverage/how-to-apply/](https://medicaid.ms.gov/medicaid-coverage/how-to-apply/) ## Nevada ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://accessnevada.dwss.nv.gov/public/landing-page](https://accessnevada.dwss.nv.gov/public/landing-page) ## New Jersey ### Available options • Medicaid Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield NJ (800) 637-2997 • Medicare Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield NJ (877) 234-1240 ### Additional Resources - [NJ Charity Care Program](https://www.nj.gov/health/charitycare/) - [Local Health departments in the state of New Jersey](https://www.state.nj.us/health/lh/community/index.shtml#1) - [Consumerreports.org - discount-drug-programs](https://www.consumerreports.org/cro/2012/04/discount-drug-programs-can-save-you-money/index.htm) - [Find Low cost Health Centers](https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/?zip=&submit) - [Atlantic County Health Services – for Atlantic County residents](https://www.atlantic-county.org/) - [Southern Jersey Medical Centers](http://www.sjfmc.org/) - [Mental Health Association of Atlantic County](http://mhaac.info/index.html) - [NJ Dental Clinics](https://www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/oral/documents/dental_directory.pdf) - Family Health Line: [(800) 328-3838](tel:8003283838) ## New York ### How to sign up for Medicaid • Medicaid Metro Plus NY (855) 809-4073 • Medicaid Hispanic Federation NY (833) 656-2626 • Medicare Metro Plus NY (833) 965-1526   ## Ohio ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.ohiomh.com/](https://www.ohiomh.com/) ## Pennsylvania COMPASS is an online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for many health and human services programs like healthcare coverage, cash assistance, and food stamps. See if you qualify: [https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/Screening/DoIQualify#/SelectBenefits](https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/Screening/DoIQualify#/SelectBenefits) Medicaid information: [https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Medical-Assistance.aspx](https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/Medical-Assistance.aspx) ## Rhode Island ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://healthsourceri.com/](https://healthsourceri.com/) Tel: (855) 840-4774 ## Tennessee ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://tenncareconnect.tn.gov/services/homepage](https://tenncareconnect.tn.gov/services/homepage) ## Texas ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip](https://hhs.texas.gov/services/health/medicaid-chip) ## Virginia ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://coverva.org/expansion/](https://coverva.org/expansion/) Tel: (855) 242-8282 ## Washington ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage/apply-or-renew-coverage](https://www.hca.wa.gov/health-care-services-supports/apple-health-medicaid-coverage/apply-or-renew-coverage) Tel: (855) 923-4633 ## Washington, D.C. ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://dchealthlink.com/individuals/medicaid](https://dchealthlink.com/individuals/medicaid) Tel: (855) 532-5465 ## West Virginia ### How to sign up for Medicaid Web: [https://dhhr.wv.gov/bms/Members/Apply/Pages/default.aspx](https://dhhr.wv.gov/bms/Members/Apply/Pages/default.aspx) ## National Medicare information for age 65 or older ### How to sign up for Medicare Medicare is an insurance program for people age 65 or older. Certain people younger than 65 can qualify for Medicare, too, including those with disabilities and those who have permanent kidney failure. Please note, Medicare provides individual coverage only. ### Information - [English](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/PDF_Documents/Medicare/Flyer-RetireeMedicare_eng.pdf) - [Spanish | español](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/PDF_Documents/Medicare/Flyer-RetireeMedicare_spa.pdf) - [Chinese | 中文](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/PDF_Documents/Medicare/Flyer-RetireeMedicare_chn.pdf) ### How to apply - Online: [https://www.medicare.gov](https://www.medicare.gov) - Phone: Call (800) 633-4227 (Representatives are available M-F/7am-7pm) - If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call TTY (800) 327-0778 - In person: Make an appointment at your local Social Security Office - [Find your local office](http://www.ssa.gov) or call (800) 772-1213 ### When to sign up for Medicare without penalty Initial enrollment period: The period to enroll for Medicare is 7 months long, occurring three months *prior* to the month of your 65th birthday, the month *of* your 65th birthday, and the three months *after *the month of your 65th birthday. ### Parts of Medicare Medicare comes in four Parts: A, B, C and D. Each part covers a different aspect of your healthcare costs. Part A: Hospital Insurance - Covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care - No cost to you (in most cases) Part B: Medical Insurance - Covers certain doctors' services, outpatient care, medical supplies, and preventive services - Costs a monthly premium **Enroll in Medicare Part B at the same time as Part A to avoid penalties unless you have continued insurance coverage through your employer or during the General Enrollment period of January 1-March 31** Part C: Medicare Advantage Plans - Covers all services included in A and B, and in some cases, D - Provided by a private company - Learn more to decide what option is right for you: [https://www.medicare.gov/](https://www.medicare.gov/) - Premiums vary Part D: Prescription Drug Coverage - Adds prescription drug coverage - Premiums vary ### Medigap Supplemental Policy - Helps to cover copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles not covered by Medicare Part A and Part B - Premiums vary Visit : [![](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/culture.png)](https://www.culinaryhealthfund.org/) [![](https://www.uhh.org/hubfs/unit-here.png)](https://unitehere.org/) The mission of UNITE HERE HEALTH, a Taft-Hartley labor management trust fund, is to provide health benefits that offer high-quality, affordable health care to our participants at better value with better service than is otherwise available in the market. We believe our success depends on innovation and on engaging our participants. UNITE HERE HEALTH  2715 Jorie Boulevard, Suite 200, Oak Brook, IL 60523