Christie’s Story
Christie worked for Fortune 500 companies before she started experiencing debilitating pain from rheumatoid arthritis. When she had to leave her job, Covered California provided the only affordable option for health care. The federal subsidy she receives through Covered California allows her to afford the medications and care she needs to treat her pain.
Wendy’s Story
More than one million California seniors with low incomes rely on Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program. Wendy is one of them. But the “One Big Beautiful Bill” currently in Congress threatens her access to affordable health care.
Charlene’s Story
Charlene lost her employer health insurance when she got laid off from her job as a physical therapy assistant. Then, she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Medi-Cal gave her access to the treatments that she needed to get her condition under control.
Vanessa’s Story
Vanessa lives in Orange County. She spiraled into a financial and mental health crisis after she lost her job. Then, she was introduced to Medi-Cal. It gave her access to the mental health services she needed to stabilize her life and get back on track.
Natalie and Jacob’s Story
Natalie, an Orange County mom, discusses how important Medi-Cal is in helping her care for her son, Jacob, who has autism and ADHD.
In Riverside County, Potential Medi-Cal Cuts Distress Constituents, Health Leaders
Evanne Levin, 75, of Rancho Mirage doesn’t know what she will do if her 101-year-old mother loses her Medi-Cal coverage.
Worried Orange County Families, Health Leaders Speak Out About Protecting Medi-Cal
Kim and Joseph Hüber’s 19-year-old daughter, Leah, was born with Down syndrome and later diagnosed with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, a rare and severe form of epilepsy characterized by cognitive and behavioral impairments in addition to seizures. Leah, who requires assistance to walk, talk, use the bathroom, and eat, is a Medi-Cal enrollee.
Kern, Tulare Counties Brace for Crisis Caused by Possible Medi-Cal Cuts
Elaine Berg, 65, is a mother of three adult children in Bakersfield. She is enrolled in both Medicare and Medi-Cal, and cares for her 45-year-old son, who was born with Down syndrome and is covered by Medi-Cal.
