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Covered California Kicks Off Open Enrollment
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Covered California Kicks Off Open Enrollment

Betti Halsell, Contributing WriterNovember 12, 2020

Covered California announced their open enrollment on Monday, November 9. Los Angeles Mayor, Eric Garcetti virtually attended the Webinar meeting, along with many other diverse community leaders, to discuss the importance of accessible healthcare during one of the most unexpected health-related crises seen in our time. There is a new pressure applied to having health coverage and maintaining a fresh perspective on the quality of life. 

Do You Know You’ll Be Fined for Going Without Health Insurance This Year?
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Do You Know You’ll Be Fined for Going Without Health Insurance This Year?

California Black MediaJanuary 17, 2020

According to results of a recent survey, 56 percent of uninsured Californians are unaware of the new mandate. The study, conducted by Covered California – the state’s independent government insurance exchange – also “found that avoiding the penalty motivates those with health insurance to keep their coverage and encourages the uninsured to sign up.”

ALERT: New College Grads May Now Qualify for Covered California Health Plans
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ALERT: New College Grads May Now Qualify for Covered California Health Plans

Sentinel News WireMay 28, 2019

Attention class of 2019 graduates! The moment they have worked so hard for is finally here! They’re ready to walk across that stage, grab that diploma and begin the rest of their lives. But life can be complicated, and it’s imperative to have the important things — like one’s health — covered. Graduation can mean that college students are coming off a school-sponsored health plan, or turning 26, the limit for when they can remain on parents’ health plans. Transitioning into Covered California health plans is relatively simple through our Special Enrollment process, and graduating college students may even qualify

Call 2 Worship – November 22
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Call 2 Worship – November 22

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 21, 2018

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church will hold Thanksgiving Worship on Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., at 2009 W. Martin Luther King Blvd., said Bishop Sylvester Washington, pastor. To learn more, call (323) 293-6448. Covered California 2019 Enrollment Event takes place Nov. 26, at 6 p.m., at Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation, 1130 W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles. A certified agent will explain medical and dental insurance plans for individuals and businesses. To register, call Leslie Elliott at (323) 789-4515. Word of Life Christian Bookstore hosts author Tierra Burns on Nov. 30, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.,

Call 2 Worship – November 8
Religion

Call 2 Worship – November 8

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorNovember 7, 2018

Carson Community Deliverance Center Church holds a Women’s Prayer Service on Nov. 10, at 10 a.m., at 555 E. 220th St., in Carson.  The public is invited to attend for worship and prayer.  For information, call (310) 835-7905. Regina Napper Honors Committee and New Generation Christian Community Fellowship, in collaboration with 30+ mayors, sponsor the 2018 Making a Difference Awards on Nov. 10, at 11 a.m., at Faithful Central Bible Church, 400 W. Florence Ave., in Inglewood. Several unsung heroes will be recognized for their exemplary service to those in need. To learn more, call (323) 763-0146. Walker Temple AME Church