Health Care Services

Health care is a growing concern in today's society. Medical care as well as medical insurance is on a constant rise. This leaves many of us, including the elderly, children and people with disabitlities with no health care coverage.  This leaves only state funded programs such as Medicaid and/or Medicare to provide health care for them.  

At least 70 percent of people over age 65 will require some long-term care services at some point in their lives. And, contrary to what many people believe, Medicare and private health insurance programs do not pay for the majority of long-term care services that most people need - help with personal care such as dressing or using the bathroom independently. Planning is essential for you to be able to get the care you might need. Qualifying for state funded programs all depends on what program you are applying for.

Medicaid programs are federal and state funded programs that serve individuals and families who meet financial and other eligibility requirements and certain other individuals who lack adequate resources to pay for medical care. The Division of Family Assistance determines financial eligibility and categorical eligibility and Medicaid Administration determines medical eligibility when it is required.