Nebraska Has “Money Follows the Person” Project

The state of Nebraska neglected to put clear, easily located, information about eligibility requirements for Medicaid on their website. However, there is information about who is eligible for Nebraska’s Money Follows the Person Project. It is part of their Medicaid program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase a health insurance policy from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded by both the federal government and the government of an individual state. Nebraska is not … Continue reading

Cost of Health Insurance Rising Faster Than Income Levels

The price of employer-sponsored health insurance has increased, and it has done it faster than people’s income levels have increased. This has happened in every state in America. Many of us could already have guessed this news. Now, there has been a survey done that confirms that suspicion. The Commonwealth Fund, which is an independent research organization, analyzed federal data that had information about the income and the cost of health insurance premiums. From this, they were able create a state-by-state picture that, when put together, confirms that workers are paying higher premiums for reduced health insurance benefits, all across … Continue reading

Woman Loses Disability Benefits Due to Belly Dancing

One should always be careful about the kind of information that you choose to put online. This seems to be especially true if you happen to be getting disability insurance benefits. People who are going through a divorce, or who have gotten a settlement from a divorce, should also be cautious about how much they say online. A woman lost her disability insurance benefits after blogging about her belly dancing activities. The federal government has a program that provides financial assistance to people who have become disabled to the point where they can no longer work. A person either gets … Continue reading

No Raise In Disability Insurance Benefits Next Year

Now is the time of year when letters will be sent to people who are currently getting Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. These letters will provide information about what to expect in regards to the amount of your benefit checks in the coming year. The letter my husband got was a bit disappointing this time around. My husband is legally blind, which means he qualifies for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. He is able to work part time, and the money he gets from his Disability Insurance is an incredibly helpful supplement to his income. It is something we rely … Continue reading

More Ways to Save and Benefits of Living on One Income

Yesterday we looked at some ways to save money while living on one income. Here are some more benefits of living on one income and ways to save money. Buy generic products. This might include pharmaceuticals which are often cheaper than the brand names as well as grocery items. Just a word of caution on this: If you or your spouse is watching your weight, sometimes the generic product has a higher calorie or sugar content, so check labels carefully. It’s really a bit of trial and error. We buy a lot of generic products but on some, I definitely … Continue reading

Ways to Save Money Living On One Income

Time to work on you marriage and spend with children, are not the only benefits of living on a single income. Living on one income can help you become more careful with money. How? Read on. When it came to groceries Mick and I figured out early on that the fewer times we went near the supermarket the better off we were. Grocery shopping was once a month. It means making a list and ensuring you are not going to run out of necessary items. If you do, then go without till the next shop, unless it is absolutely essential. … Continue reading

Benefits of Living on One Income

In this time when it seems many couples seem almost to feel they cannot exist without two incomes, let me suggest a few benefits of being a one income family. Early on in our marriage we made the choice I would stay home while the children were young, because we thought it was important. Neither of us wanted to leave the raising of our children to others. Basically we thought it was vital to be able to spend time with them and teach them and shape their values and attitudes. Obviously the more time you spend with children the more … Continue reading

A Question A Week: My Readers’ Blogs

This is ongoing series where I ask a question a week to my readers so I can get to know them better. To see the post where this all started, check this out. I blog for a living, which is kind of a fun thing to say, and even better, it’s true! 😛 My main income comes from blogging here at Families, and I supplement that income through various odd jobs for various companies. I am a freelancer in every sense of the word. I have a lot of fun working as a freelancer, and of course one of the … Continue reading

Medicaid in Vermont is Called Green Mountain Care

Every state has a Medicaid program. Some states simply call it Medicaid, while others give it a friendlier name. In Vermont, the Medicaid program is called Green Mountain Care. Clearly, the name of the Medicaid program came from the state of Vermont’s nickname. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance for individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of … Continue reading

Information About Medicaid in Pennsylvania

Each and every state has a Medicaid program. In Pennsylvania, the Medicaid program is also called the Medical Assistance program, (which is sometimes referred to as MA). It is easy to find the eligibility requirements for Medicaid in Pennsylvania. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to cover individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to buy health insurance coverage from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual state. In Pennsylvania, the Medicaid … Continue reading