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Free Medi-Cal is Available for Eligible Californians 50+

Free Medi-Cal is Available for Eligible Californians 50+

By Karen Fletcher June 16, 2022
Did you know that as of May 1, 2022 all eligible adults in California, regardless of immigration status, can get free, full-scope
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Need Help with Medicare Costs? Medicare Savings Programs May Help

Need Help with Medicare Costs? Medicare Savings Programs May Help

By Karen Fletcher June 13, 2022
The federal Medicare program provides essential health coverage for eligible people 65 years of age or older and those younger than 65
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Does Medi-Cal’s Asset Limit Increase Affect Other Aspects of Medi-Cal?

Does Medi-Cal’s Asset Limit Increase Affect Other Aspects of Medi-Cal?

By Karen Fletcher June 9, 2022
As of July 1, 2022, Medi-Cal’s asset limit is increasing to $130,000/$195,000 per individual/couple, and $65,000 per additional family member. This is
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Big Changes in Medi-Cal: Asset Limit Elimination & Coverage Expansion

Big Changes in Medi-Cal: Asset Limit Elimination & Coverage Expansion

By Karen Fletcher May 26, 2022
2022 is a year with big, positive changes to the Medi-Cal program. It started on May 1, 2022 when older adults age 50 and
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New Bill Would Raise SSI Resource Limits

New Bill Would Raise SSI Resource Limits

By Karen Fletcher May 6, 2022
Supplement Security Income (SSI) is a lifeline program for over 80 million older adults and people with disabilities throughout the U.
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Tips for Saving Money on Your Medicare Costs

Tips for Saving Money on Your Medicare Costs

By Karen Fletcher April 27, 2022
Interested in learning how to save money with your Medicare costs? Well, we’ve got some good news! 🙂 Two free
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