GOVERNMENT-BACKED OR SUBSIDIZED PROGRAMS FOR UNDER-SERVED POPULATIONS IN CAMERON COUNTY, TEXAS

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In taking the message of why the taxpayers of Cameron County should vote against the proposed healthcare district, Friends of Cameron County Residents are often asked to specify what ongoing government healthcare programs in the county are supported or backed by state and federal tax revenues.  The following should illustrate most clearly that those of limited income are not without resources to deal with health concerns in Cameron County.



Those seeking assistance with healthcare are able seek help from any of the following: 


 1. The Health Resources and Services Administration (a federal program which connects low income people with low-cost or free medical care).

 2. The Texas Department of Aging and Disability (a state program focusing on care for the impoverished elderly and/or disabled).

 3.  CHIP (provides access to low-cost medical insurance for children in families earning too much to qualify for Medicaid).

 4.  Medicaid (a sources of healthcare for more than 4 million low-income Texans and is also responsible in absorbing the costs for 2/3  for those resident in Texas nursing homes).

 5.  ACA or "Obamacare" coverage (federal subsidies are available for those of limited means throughout Texas).

 6.  Community Health Centers (provide low-cost or free care based on eligibility for state and federal programs).

 7.  Su Clinica (specializes in serving recipients of Medicaid and CHIP assistance).

 8.  STITCH (a joint program between UTRGV and county health departments, paying special attention to the needy).

9.  Operation Lone Star (an annual cooperative program between the Texas Guard and the Texas Department of Health and Human Services bringing basic health service and vaccinations to low-income populations).

 Now, does it make good sense to vote for a healthcare district that would essentially duplicate services for the poor that are already in existence?

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  1. UnknownAugust 11, 2015 at 11:04 AM

    John, did you miss Medicare? (The SS program for 65 +)

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    1. DiatribalistAugust 11, 2015 at 6:39 PM

      Terry:

      Indeed I did. Medicare covers individuals regardless of income and economic standing. Many thanks for pointing this out!

      John B.

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  2. Merrijo Tanberg BondsAugust 19, 2015 at 7:41 PM

    Just amazing. Thank you for putting the staggering list together. I wish I could be half as well served by my personally paid insurance.

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