Hello Loopers, The Attorney General’s office shared guidance on Immigration Enforcement for Service Providers and Community Organizations. We wanted to share this in case it could be helpful to you and your organization. -Hannah
Legal Resources for Immigrant Families As threats targeting immigrant families and communities intensify, Lawyers for Civil Rights is deploying the full force of our legal and community networks to protect families in 2025 and beyond. IMMIGRANT DEFENSE HOTLINE: (617) 988-0606 “Today, we are launching the Immigrant Defense Hotline (617-988-0606) to expand access to timely and […]
Hi Loopers, HCFA is currently looking for a bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking Certified Application Counselor to work on our HelpLine. Here is the link if you, or someone you know, are interested: https://hcfama.org/careers-bilingual-helpline-counselor/ -Hannah
MBTA riders between the ages of 18 and 64 enrolled in a state assistance program, including MassHealth, are eligible for MBTA’s new reduced fair program. Individuals can apply online or in person. Here’s the full list of approved state assistance programs: Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled & Children (EAEDC) MASSGrant MassHealth CarePlus MassHealth Family […]
Hello Loopers, We have heard from assisters experiencing issues with uploading documents in the HIX system, MMIS, faxes, and with the systems MassHealth use to process documents etc. People calling MassHealth have been told they don’t have access to the system and will need to call back later. We reached out to MassHealth and they […]
Hello Loopers, In an effort to help as many MassHealth members as possible renew their coverage by the end of the redetermination period on March 31, Health Care For All has organized dozens of enrollment events throughout the state. We are currently seeking enrollment assisters who would be willing to help staff the following enrollment […]
Sharing this webinar sent to the MTF list that will go over the changes to the program: Upcoming Webinar Medicare Savings Program (MSP) (formerly MassHealth Buy-In) Webinar Description: MassHealth provides health care benefits for eligible children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities living in Massachusetts. MassHealth may offer benefits directly or help pay for all […]
Mass Law Reform Institute (MLRI) created a website, masshealthproject.org, that provides resources for advocates and community members to navigate the recent redetermination policies enacted by Masshealth. The website currently includes a calendar of local redetermination/enrollment events, flyers and guides about member eligibility and alternative coverage options, and links to other informational resources. “Knowing that many […]
MOVEit Global Data Security Incident Yesterday, UMass Chan Medical School (“UMass Chan”), began notifying certain individuals currently or previously enrolled in certain state programs, including MassHealth, that their personal information may have been involved in a recent third-party data security incident. Those primarily impacted are State Supplement Program (SSP) participants (including recipients, other members of […]
Hi Loopers, You may have noticed starting yesterday that when accessing certain account in the assister portal that you are unable to view information or make updates. This is due to an update that is requiring people who have never gone through ID proofing to do so in order to have portal access. MassHealth presented […]