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Aging out of foster care doesn’t have to be scary. a2A can help you figure out what’s next.

If you’re a rising adult (between 18-26 and have aged out of foster care), you’re on an exciting and challenging journey. Thinking about a job, your education, a place to stay, and healthcare can feel like a lot. <health plan> is here to help you on the adolescent to Adult (a2A) journey.

Verify your Medicaid coverage

You need health insurance to get access to care and services that help you get and stay healthy. You may still be eligible for Medicaid coverage and need to choose a new plan or apply, so make sure to check. Did you know that you can even earn rewards for taking care of your health?

Get started:

Call us at <XXX-XXX-XXXX>

or fill out the form below

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Fill out the form and one of our reps will reach out to help you through the enrollment process.

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Mental Wellness Services

It’s important to support your mental health as you adjust to life during this transition. Your mental and behavioral health coverage includes services like:

<talk therapy>
<substance use disorder treatment>
<medication management>
<help finding a behavioral health provider>

Get started: Call us at <Phone number (TTY)>.

Finding a Doctor: How and Why

It’s important to ﬁnd a doctor you trust and see them regularly so you can stay healthy and get help quickly when you need it. <health plan> has a large network of trusted doctors and an online tool you can use to ﬁnd one near you.

You should already have a Primary Care Provider (PCP) assigned to you. You can use our online tool if you are unsure who your doctor is.

Find a Provider

Things to consider when looking for a doctor:

Would you be more comfortable with a male or female doctor?

What are your health needs, and do they have experience with those?

Do you need their office to be close to where you live or accessible by public transportation?

Do they have same-day appointments?

Would you be more comfortable with a male or female doctor?

What are your health needs, and do they have experience with those?

Do you need their office to be close to where you live or accessible by public transportation?

Do they have same-day appointments?

After you choose a doctor:

Schedule an appointment for an annual physical exam. This will help you get to know your doctor and establish a starting point for your care.
Make a list of questions you have about your health, their office, etc. Bring your list plus your ID and health insurance information to your first visit.
If you’re happy with your doctor, make appointments as you need them for illnesses or injuries, and make sure to go for your annual physical exam and any other screenings your doctor recommends.
We want you to be happy with your docotr. If you're not pleased wtih your doctor, please know you can change your doctor at any time if you need to. Click here to find a new doctor.

Getting the Most out of Your Coverage

My Health Pays® Rewards - Earn rewards for taking actions that help you stay healthy.

Members can earn rewards on a My Health Pays® Visa® Prepaid Card for completing healthy activities like <yearly wellness exams> and <choosing a Primary Care Provider>.

Get started: Call Member Services at <phone number (TTY number)>.

Get help from <health plan>, your Care Coordinator will arrange appointments for conditions such as asthma, diabetes, mental wellness, and high-risk pregnancies, plus get free transportation to appointments. If you feel like you need more support, let your Care Coordinator know.

Get started: call <Member Services> at <phone number (TTY)>.

Start Smart for your Baby® Program (Start Smart) is our special program for women who are pregnant or for those moms who just had a baby. We want to help you take care of yourself and your baby every step of the way.

Services to support your pregnancy and your new baby include:

Help with needs like transportation, lodging, and food
Mental health support before and after delivery
A rewards program that encourages preventive care visits
Information about pregnancy and newborn care

Care for your gender and identity journey with:

<Care management for transgender health and gender-affirming care>
Support for your LGBTQIA+ journey - services focused on your process and needs
Choose Tomorrow - a program to reduce suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors

Resources to help understand your asthma and learn how to keep it under control.

Asthma management education and tobacco cessation resources 
How to manage your asthma and prevent attacks
Asthma triggers (things that may cause breathing problems for you)

Your anytime, anywhere medical care service.

Telehealth is your convenient, 24-hour access to in-network <Health Plan> healthcare providers for non-emergency health issues.

Get started: Before you can use Telehealth, you need to have an account. Call <member services> to learn more.

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Additional resources to help manage life as a rising adult

Addiction Support

SUD (Substance Use Disorders)
Help Quitting Smooking resource

Food & Nutrition

Healthy Eating Resource
Food Assistance Program

Medical Education

Asthma Resources
Diabetes Resources
Cancer Resources

Job & Housing Resources

<Links to local programs>
<Links to local programs>

Mental Health Support

Choose Tomorrow suicide prevention
MyStrength: Mental wellness web and mobile tool

Other

SafeLink cell phone program
FindHelp.org - Resources and information on food, healthcare, housing, transportation, loans, taxes, education, and much more.
Over The Counter benefit

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