Healthcare Access Resources
Find community health centers, insurance enrollment help, prescription assistance, and mental health services.
Health Insurance Programs
Medicaid
Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities.
Eligibility: Income-based, varies by state. Many states cover adults up to 138% of poverty.
Contact: Your state Medicaid office or Healthcare.gov
CHIP – Childrens Health Insurance Program
Low-cost health coverage for children in families that earn too much for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance.
Eligibility: Children under 19 in families up to 200-300% of poverty (varies by state)
Contact: 1-877-543-7669 or InsureKidsNow.gov
Marketplace Insurance (ACA)
Health insurance through the federal or state marketplace. Financial assistance available based on income to lower monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
Eligibility: Anyone not eligible for Medicaid or employer coverage
Contact: Healthcare.gov or 1-800-318-2596
Community Health Centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
Community health centers that provide care regardless of ability to pay. Services include primary care, dental, mental health, and pharmacy services on a sliding fee scale.
Eligibility: Open to everyone, fees based on income
Contact: FindAHealthCenter.HRSA.gov
Free Clinics
Volunteer-based clinics that provide free healthcare to uninsured and underinsured patients. Services vary by location.
Eligibility: Uninsured or underinsured individuals
Contact: NationalFreeClinic.org
Prescription Assistance
Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs)
Drug manufacturers provide free or low-cost medications to people who cannot afford them. Each company has its own program.
Eligibility: Varies by program, typically low-income and uninsured/underinsured
Contact: NeedyMeds.org or RxAssist.org
Medicare Extra Help (LIS)
Helps Medicare beneficiaries pay for prescription drug coverage premiums, deductibles, and copays.
Eligibility: Medicare beneficiaries with limited income and resources
Contact: Social Security 1-800-772-1213
State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs
Many states offer additional prescription assistance for residents. Programs vary by state.
Eligibility: Varies by state
Contact: Your state health department
Mental Health Services
Community Mental Health Centers
Outpatient mental health services including therapy, psychiatry, and case management. Fees based on ability to pay.
Eligibility: Open to community members, sliding scale fees
Contact: SAMHSA Treatment Locator 1-800-662-4357
Substance Use Treatment
Inpatient and outpatient treatment programs for drug and alcohol addiction. Many offer free or low-cost options.
Eligibility: Anyone seeking help for substance use
Contact: SAMHSA Helpline 1-800-662-4357
Support Groups
Free peer support groups for various mental health conditions, grief, and addiction. Available in-person and online.
Eligibility: Open to all
Contact: NAMI.org or local community centers