“I am so grateful that my children have health insurance,” said Carlos Aguirre, whose children are insured through Healthy Kids. “It gives me peace of mind to know that my two children have health coverage if they get sick or injured.”
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High fever and an infection left Syssi Palomera, then eight years old, in the hospital for several days, and her mom, Maria, scrambling to financially cover her daughter’s medical care out of pocket. Medi-Cal coverage has alleviated that financial worry for her.
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When Irma Almarez assumed guardianship of her four young nieces and nephew, they were in need of immediate medical attention and none had health insurance. The comprehensive, affordable coverage available through Healthy Kids made it possible for her nieces and nephew to get back on a healthy track.
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Sylvia Lopez no longer has to rely on home remedies to treat her children’s ailments now that they have medical, dental and vision coverage through the Healthy Families program.
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Healthy Kids coverage made all the difference when 9-year old Mariela suffered a hand injury while playing at a neighbor’s house. Her parents are grateful for the thorough, quality care she received after her accident.
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Healthy Families coverage makes it possible for Alejandro, 14, to receive specialty care from a nutritionist who consults him on good eating habits and maintaining a healthy weight.
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When Katy’s son, Ayden, was born she learned that adding him to her employer’s health plan would cost nearly 20% of her take home pay. As a single mom working full time and going to school, it just wasn’t possible. Then she discovered the Healthy Kids program.
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New business owner Pablo Nunez was thrilled to learn that his four children could receive medical, dental and vision coverage through the Healthy Families program.
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When single-mom Jennifer Stephenson was laid off from her job with the county, her family lost their health insurance. She was relieved to learn that her two children could qualify for benefits through the Healthy Families program.
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A patchwork of health coverage programs ensure the Herman kids stay healthy, and their parents couldn’t be more relieved that programs such as Healthy Kids, Healthy Families and Medi-Cal exist to help working families like themselves.
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Not having health insurance caused Joshua to miss school days and his grades to suffer due to illness. With Medi-Cal coverage, his attendance has improved, as has his focus, motivation and grades.
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A knee surgery nearly prevented 18-year old Ryan from enlisting in the United States Coast Guard. Thanks to the local Children’s Health Initiative and Medi-Cal health coverage, Ryan is on the road to recovery and one step closer to fulfilling his dream.
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Accidents happen when you least expect them. One week after the Costello family’s Medi-Cal benefits took effect, 10-year old Cody broke his leg playing sports at school.
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Doctors told 18-year old Sandra that a recently diagnosed heart condition could have a damaging effect on her health if left untreated. Sandra’s school introduced her mother to their local CHI, who helped facilitate enrollment into coverage programs for Sandra and her five sisters.
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Healthy Families helps provide Damien with comprehensive coverage for routine exams and timely care in the event of an emergency. The affordable coverage makes all the difference for Damien and his mom, Erin.
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