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Do You Need Help with Internet Costs?

Posted by Karen Joy Fletcher on March 14, 2023

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If you or someone you know needs help with internet costs, we have some good news. You may qualify for a monthly discount on a new or existing internet service plan through a government program called the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). This program is run through the Federal Communications Commission. It also provides a one-time $100 discount to those who qualify to buy … [Read more...] about Do You Need Help with Internet Costs?

Filed Under: Low-Income help, Professionals, Resources

CalPERS Update #11: CalPERS to Offer 2nd Settlement in Class Action Lawsuit

Posted by Karen Joy Fletcher on March 3, 2023

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By Bonnie Burns, Training & Policy Specialist A public announcement of a second settlement is pending in the class action lawsuit against CalPERS long-term care insurance program. There will be a hearing on a motion for preliminary approval of a settlement conference on March 10th at 1:30 PM in Department 10 at 312 North Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA … [Read more...] about CalPERS Update #11: CalPERS to Offer 2nd Settlement in Class Action Lawsuit

Filed Under: Long-Term Care, Long-Term Care, Professionals, What's New

CHA Supports SB 311 – Simplifying Medicare Part A & QMB Enrollment

Posted by Karen Joy Fletcher on March 1, 2023

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California Health Advocates (CHA) supports SB 311 (Eggman), which would require the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to submit a State Plan Amendment for California to become a Part A Buy-In State. SB 311 would benefit low-income older Californians and persons with disabilities, who rely on Medicare and Medi-Cal but struggle to pay costly Medicare Part A premiums, by … [Read more...] about CHA Supports SB 311 – Simplifying Medicare Part A & QMB Enrollment

Filed Under: Letters and Comments to Policymakers, Low-Income help, Professionals

Medi-Cal Eligibility Renewals Start April 1 – Actions to Keep Your Medi-Cal

Posted by Karen Joy Fletcher on February 24, 2023

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Over 15.4 million Californians have Medi-Cal coverage, and, of California's 6.4 million Medicare beneficiaries, 25% of them are dually eligible for Medicare and Medi-Cal. While Medicare is primary for these beneficiaries, Medi-Cal provides essential wrap-around coverage for Medicare's gaps, including coverage for prescription drugs not covered by Medicare, hearing aids, dental … [Read more...] about Medi-Cal Eligibility Renewals Start April 1 – Actions to Keep Your Medi-Cal

Filed Under: Low-Income help, Professionals

CHA & Aging & Disability Stakeholders Respond to the 2023-24 Proposed Budget

Posted by Karen Joy Fletcher on February 1, 2023

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California Health Advocates, as part of the California Collaboration for Long Term Services and Supports (CCLTSS), submitted this letter of response to the Governor's 2023-24 proposed budget. CCLTSS is compromised of nearly 60 state and regional aging and disability organizations that promote dignity, health, and independence in community living. The letter: Some of the … [Read more...] about CHA & Aging & Disability Stakeholders Respond to the 2023-24 Proposed Budget

Filed Under: Advocacy & Policy, Letters and Comments to Policymakers, Professionals

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