The economic downturn shaped a lot of our discussion – how it affects clients, state services, and our own organizations. For example, more clients find themselves in tears during appointments – some with problems like home foreclosure that outreach workers just can’t help fix. Many HAN organizations are taking on additional responsibilities with fewer staff. CP has also cut back staffing; we are now closed on Wednesdays.
Awards may be renewed for up to three years and will cover post-enrollment activities.
MassHealth responds to questions and notes compiled by advocates during site visits to MECs.
Tools from MLRI can help translate some knowledge of a person’s immigration status into eligibility.
A one-page chart clearly outlines who can receive which benefits and under what circumstances.
Massachusetts residents with questions about medications or difficulty paying for them can get help.
New guidance helps identify immigrants eligible for benefits.
A new pamphlet offers step-by-step guidance, just in time for taxes.
Charts describe new guidelines for MassHealth, Commonwealth Care, HSN, and other programs.
A chart compares MassHealth and Commonwealth Care services.
