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Full Program Available for Critical Issues Seminar on Public Education

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · June 9, 2014 · Leave a Comment

The full program for the our 2014 Critical Issues Seminar on Public Education is now available on the website. It includes registration information, the schedule for the day, and a complete list of workshops and presenters. We are really excited about all the wonderful … [Read more...] about Full Program Available for Critical Issues Seminar on Public Education

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Children & Youth, Council News, Good Government, Interfaith, Moral Mondays, N.C. General Assembly, Public Education, State Budget

ACA Update: Numbers, Enrollment Periods, and Exemptions

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · April 14, 2014 · Leave a Comment

As open enrollment for the health insurance marketplace comes to a close, so does my internship at the NC Council of Churches. In less than two weeks, I will complete my classes and move on to awaiting graduation. Before I take my leave, I want to express what a pleasure it has … [Read more...] about ACA Update: Numbers, Enrollment Periods, and Exemptions

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Ending Hunger Through Bread for the World

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · April 10, 2014 · Leave a Comment

I've learned over the last year as I've worked to complete my Masters of Social Work degree that health and the availability of nutritious food are justice issues with global proportions. Having just completed an extensive research project about international food aid in … [Read more...] about Ending Hunger Through Bread for the World

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Economic Justice, Food, Hunger

2014 Critical Issues Seminar — Registration is Ongoing

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · March 31, 2014 · 2 Comments

*To see registration form, scroll down to the middle of the page. Registration for the Council’s 2014 Critical Issues Seminar on Public Education with a guaranteed lunch has been extended for those who do not require a gluten-free or vegan meal. Those registrations must be … [Read more...] about 2014 Critical Issues Seminar — Registration is Ongoing

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured, Raleigh Report Tagged With: Children & Youth, Moral Mondays, Public Education, Religion & Society, State Budget

Grace Period Allows You to Complete Health Insurance Enrollment

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · March 30, 2014 · Leave a Comment

According to Enroll America, If you attempted to enroll before the deadline for open enrollment on March 31, but you could not do so in spite of your best efforts, you will be allowed to complete your enrollment during the first weeks of April. The exact length of the grace … [Read more...] about Grace Period Allows You to Complete Health Insurance Enrollment

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

“Thank God for Health Insurance”

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · March 22, 2014 · 2 Comments

The end of open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act, March 31, is only days away. Although the past five months have been full of their share of challenges, stories of triumph have emerged. The ACA was, in part, written into law to expand coverage to people who had not had … [Read more...] about “Thank God for Health Insurance”

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Open Enrollment Ends March 31

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · March 21, 2014 · Leave a Comment

As the end of open enrollment on March 31 approaches, little time remains to take advantage of advanced premium tax credits and cost-sharing subsidies on Healthcare.gov. You have 10 days left to purchase health insurance that is both more affordable and comprehensive while also … [Read more...] about Open Enrollment Ends March 31

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform

Last Call for Open Enrollment

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · March 1, 2014 · Leave a Comment

“We’ve only got a few weeks left. March 31st, that’s the last call.” President Obama made this statement recently to a group of his supporters, and he’s referring to the approaching end of open enrollment for health insurance on the Marketplace. After March 31, individuals who … [Read more...] about Last Call for Open Enrollment

Filed Under: Blog, Homepage Featured Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform, Mental Health

Community Collaboration on ACA Enrollment

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · January 29, 2014 · Leave a Comment

As part of my work at the Council over the last five months, I have been privileged to attend a biweekly conference of community agencies who are devoting significant amounts of time, resources, and passion to spread the message of affordable health insurance through the health … [Read more...] about Community Collaboration on ACA Enrollment

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Share your Affordable Care Act Stories

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · January 24, 2014 · Leave a Comment

The Health Insurance Marketplace has been open for nearly four months now, which leads us to believe that there are some stories out there waiting to be told. The NC Council of Churches invites congregations and individuals to share stories about your experiences with the … [Read more...] about Share your Affordable Care Act Stories

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

ACA Update

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · January 10, 2014 · Leave a Comment

Now that the holidays are over and we have returned to our daily routines, it is a good time to review what has transpired since I last posted. On January 1, the individual requirement to have health insurance went into effect. As I have written before, this means that … [Read more...] about ACA Update

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Coverage is Coming

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · December 9, 2013 · Leave a Comment

December is here and Advent has arrived -- a season which Christians joyfully and expectantly welcome as we await the celebration of Christ’s birth. This year, for many Americans, the month of December is significant for an additional reason -- the approach of affordable health … [Read more...] about Coverage is Coming

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Federal Marketplace Basics in Powerpoint

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · November 4, 2013 · Leave a Comment

The Affordable Care Act is a law with many complex parts. One of those parts, the individual mandate to have a minimum standard of health insurance coverage, goes into effect on January 1, 2014. Because health insurance is unaffordable for many, the law created a premium tax … [Read more...] about Federal Marketplace Basics in Powerpoint

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

NC Council of Churches Offers ACA Marketplace Webinar

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · November 2, 2013 · Leave a Comment

In response to a number of requests for information about the Affordable Care Act and the new federal health care marketplace, the NC Council of Churches will host a webinar on Thursday, November 14, from Noon to 1 p.m. "The Basics: The Affordable Care Act and The Health Care … [Read more...] about NC Council of Churches Offers ACA Marketplace Webinar

Filed Under: Blog, Events Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Healthy Young America Video Contest

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · November 1, 2013 · Leave a Comment

The Department of Health and Human Services reports that young adults ages 18 - 34 account for 41 percent of those who are uninsured and possibly eligible for coverage through the Marketplace or Medicaid. According to the report, young adults are the age group most likely to be … [Read more...] about Healthy Young America Video Contest

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Children & Youth, Health, Healthcare Reform

Adam Searing:Putting ACA Website Problems in Perspective

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · October 29, 2013 · Leave a Comment

Adam Searing, Director of the NC Justice Center's Health Access Coalition, has added some needed perspective for North Carolinians to the current challenges plaguing the federal  Health Insurance Marketplace. He points out that state-run health insurance exchanges are functioning … [Read more...] about Adam Searing:Putting ACA Website Problems in Perspective

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform, N.C. General Assembly

Health Care from the Pulpit Kicks Off Oct. 25-27

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · October 21, 2013 · Leave a Comment

This weekend, October 25 - 27, is National Faith Weekend of Action for Get Covered America, and it kicks off the new Health Care from the Pulpit program. The effort is designed to engage the faith community in education and outreach around the Affordable Care Act. Churches and … [Read more...] about Health Care from the Pulpit Kicks Off Oct. 25-27

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

Community Organizations Collaborate to Educate the Public about the ACA

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · October 14, 2013 · Leave a Comment

Adam Searing, Director of the NC Justice Center's Health Access Coalition, describes one effort of the local community around Roanoke Rapids to educate their residents about the Affordable Care Act. The blog includes a video re-cap of the event. Also present were Sorien Schmidt … [Read more...] about Community Organizations Collaborate to Educate the Public about the ACA

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform

Five Enrollment Tips for the Health Insurance Marketplace

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · October 12, 2013 · Leave a Comment

Whether you plan to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace on your own or through the assistance of a trained Navigator or Certified Application Counselor (CAC), I have five tips for you to consider before you begin the process. These are tips I gleaned from a supplemental … [Read more...] about Five Enrollment Tips for the Health Insurance Marketplace

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform

Bulletin Inserts on the Affordable Care Act

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · October 3, 2013 · 1 Comment

Download the bulletin insert: Color | Black & White Trouble printing? You may have to adjust PDF print settings in order to get a complete copy. Printing Instructions here. This fall marks the start of the biggest part of the Affordable Care Act, bringing hundreds of … [Read more...] about Bulletin Inserts on the Affordable Care Act

Filed Under: Blog, Resources Tagged With: Health, Healthcare Reform

ACA Welcomes Volunteers to Help with Enrollment

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · September 28, 2013 · Leave a Comment

An exciting moment in the history of our country has arrived, and we need your help. North Carolina's new federally-facilitated Health Insurance Marketplace is opening on October 1. For an initial six-month enrollment period, individuals and families who have faced living without … [Read more...] about ACA Welcomes Volunteers to Help with Enrollment

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform

Avoid Health Insurance Marketplace Fraud

Lauren Chesson, Former MSW Intern · September 25, 2013 · Leave a Comment

As the beginning of the enrollment period for the Health Insurance Marketplace approaches, it is important to be aware of ways dishonest individuals may try to gain access to your money or your personally identifiable information. According to the Office of the Inspector General, … [Read more...] about Avoid Health Insurance Marketplace Fraud

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Good Government, Health, Healthcare Reform

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