[Ohio-talk] FYI from the DAN

[Cheryl Fields]

Hello,
 This is some additional information, I hope it is helpful to someone.
It may be beneficial to invite a representative from the Ohio Benefits
Bank to set up a table at our cobention. I'm just saying, smiles.

Blessings,
Cheryl Fields

 healthcare.gov and create an account and get information about your
health insurance options. Beginning Oct. 1, you will be able to enter
your income information and determine your eligibility. Those who are
uncomfortable with the Internet or don't have access to it will be
able to apply on the phone, through the mail or in person. By
mid-September, trained navigators and counselors will be available
around the state to help in the eligibility and enrollment process.

You can call the Ohio Association of Foodbanks help hotline at
1-800-648-1176 to learn about the resources available in your
community, organize an outreach event, or volunteer. If you apply by
Dec. 15, you will be covered starting Jan. 1. The enrollment period
will end March 31,

On 9/2/13, Wanda Sloan <wsloan118 at roadrunner.com> wrote:
> You may have this info. but if you don't here it is: . You can call
> Medicare
> at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.
> You can call these numbers for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
>
> .  You can call your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). The
> name and phone numbers for this organization are in Chapter 2, Section 3 of
> your Evidence of Coverage.
>
> Did you know there are programs to help people pay for their drugs?
>
> . "Extra Help" from Medicare. You may be able to get Extra Help to pay for
> your prescription drug premiums and costs. This program is also called the
> "low-income subsidy" or LIS. People whose yearly income and resources are
> below certain limits can qualify for this help. To see if you qualify for
> getting Extra Help, see Section III of your Medicare & You 2013 handbook or
> call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048.
> You can call these numbers for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can
> also call the Social Security Office at 1-800-772-1213 between 7 a.m. and 7
> p.m., Monday through Friday. TTY users should call 1-800-325-0778. You can
> also call your State Medicaid Office.
>
> . Help from your State's Pharmaceutical Assistance Program. Many states
> have
> State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs (SPAPs) that help some people pay
> for prescription drugs based on financial need, age, or medical condition.
> Each state has different rules. Check with your State Health Insurance
> Assistance Program (SHIP). The name and phone numbers for this organization
> are in Chapter 2, Section 3 of your Evidence of Coverage.
>
>
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