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Welcome! We’re putting together friendly, plain-language guidance for people in California. Until then, these official national resources are a good place to start.
Good places to start
Official sites run by federal agencies. Coverage options and rules can differ by state.
Find health coverage
Compare plans, check what you may qualify for, and enroll or renew.
healthcare.gov ↗Medicaid and CHIP
Free or low-cost coverage based on income, family size, and other factors.
medicaid.gov ↗Medicare
Coverage for people 65 and older and some younger people with disabilities.
medicare.gov ↗Find a health center
Community health centers that care for you whether or not you have insurance.
findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov ↗988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 any time, free and confidential.
988lifeline.org ↗California guide coming soon
State-specific programs, local offices, and step-by-step help for California will be posted here.
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