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The STORIES Project is a vital initiative shedding light on the profound health injustices in Florida. By elevating the voices of Floridians grappling with systemic barriers and injustices, we aim to educate the public, media, and policymakers on critical health issues. The stories we share here — whether of seniors, parents and children, or those in the coverage gap– underscore that health justice is fundamentally not about law or policy, but about people.
After the end of pandemic-related continuous Medicaid coverage, the state began redetermining the eligibility of Florida’s enrollees and sending termination notices. Residents have received confusing notices that often lack the necessary information, while many others have received terminations that are clearly erroneous. Yet people are generally unaware of their right to appeal or how to do so.
Florida is one of just 10 states that has not expanded Medicaid. As a result, older Floridians, parents and low wage workers, and people struggling with illness go without critical healthcare.
Medicaid provides coverage for millions of low-income Floridians: pregnant and post partum women, newborn babies, children, seniors, persons with disabilities. Their lived experiences describe Medicaid’s critical importance and its problems.
Medicaid is critical for low-income Floridians with disabilities-especially those who are so disabled that they require home and community based services (HCBS) in order to avoid institutionalization.
All people, regardless of immigration status, need access to affordable, quality healthcare and coverage. Yet immigrant families face unique obstacles. FHJP and our partners are working to advocate for immigrant-inclusive policy and arm families with the information they need to take charge of their healthcare.
Sharing information and stories about Miami-Dade County’s public health system.
Address : 2427 Tequesta Lane, Miami, FL 33133
Phone : 754 231 0106
Timing : 09 am to 5 pm
E-mai : help@floridahealthjustice.org
