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Less than half of Louisiana's voucher students scored at grade level or above on key tests during the 2013-14 school year, the state Department of Education said Monday.
A report issued by the department said 44 percent of voucher students who were tested scored at basic or higher on LEAP or iLEAP exams, which measure what students know about math, English and other subjects.
The figure is up from 41.6 percent during the 2012-13 school year.
A total of 69 percent of public school students statewide scored at grade level or above, according to department figures.
Vouchers provide state aid for some students to move to private schools if they attend public schools rated C, D or F.
They also have to meet financial requirements — family incomes cannot exceed 250 percent of the federal poverty level — to qualify for the aid.
In a prepared statement, the department said 71 percent of first-time voucher students previously attended schools rated D or F.
Schools have to include at least 10 voucher students per grade or at least 40 in all tested grades to receive what state officials call a Scholarship Cohort Index, which is similar to School Performance Scores given statewide.
A total of 28 schools out of 126 statewide met that threshold, up from 23 last year.
The state has nearly 7,000 voucher students; 89 percent are minority students.
The report also said that, based on this year's results, 23 schools will be unable to add voucher students next year because they failed to meet minimum scoring requirements.
The state breakdown did not include the percentage of students who were at grade level and above at their original school compared with that rate at the private school.
Leaders of two teachers' unions, who have long criticized the state's voucher program, said the latest results reaffirm their concerns.
Debbie Meaux, president of the Louisiana Association of Educators, noted that 16 of 28 schools that received scores got failing marks.
"To me that is a red flag," Meaux said. "I don't find that we are getting a lot of bang for our buck."
Steve Monaghan, president of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers, called the review "pre-election propaganda," not an education report.
Monaghan said the fact that just 12 of 126 schools met or exceeded minimum state scores on a $46 million per year program is telling.
"That means 10 percent of the schools are satisfactory," he said.
The top score schools can get is 150, and 50 is the minimum passing score.
St. Benedict the Moor in Orleans Parish topped the list at 100.4.
It was followed by Good Shepard Nativity Mission School, 73.4; St. Joan of Arc School, 70.1; and St. Leo the Great School, 69.7.
The top-scoring school in East Baton Rouge Parish was St. Louis King of France at 53.3.
St. Francis Xavier School, also in East Baton Rouge, scored 52.3.
Hosanna Christian Academy scored 49.8 and Redemptorist Elementary School 46.1.
The state's voucher program was limited to New Orleans until 2012, when it was expanded statewide under legislation pushed by Gov. Bobby Jindal.
Shannon Bates, a spokeswoman for Jindal, noted in a prepared statement that, according to a survey done in April by two pro-charter groups, 92 percent of parents surveyed said they were happy with their child's voucher experience.
Kenneth Campbell, president of the pro-voucher Black Alliance for Educational Options, said the report "provides strong evidence that empowering low-income and working-class parents to choose the best education for their children is paying huge benefits in Louisiana."
More information is available at www.doe.state.la.us.
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Question about 2001 BMW 325
Posted by nealhedley24 on
i have a key made from a dealer for my bmw 325i. the metal part of the key unlocks and locks the doors and unlocks the trunk, but the key remote doesnt work at all. how do i program the the remote to work? its a 2001 325i
the remote of my bmw x5 2002 does not work at all. please help
I have the same problem with my BMW. Trying to find out if it has to go back to the dealer for a recharge or if I can do that at home???
Replace fuse 57 (15 amp) then disconnect battery and wait 30 to 45 minutes before reconnecting the battery.
My 2006 BMW 325I had the same problem with the door locks not responding. I checked all related fuses and found #57 (15 amp) was the only related fuse blown. I put in a new fuse and it still would not work. I then disconnected the battery for a while then once I reconnected the battery everything worked fine.
I believe I blew the fuse while repeatedly pushing the unlock button rapidly while walking across the parking lock to the car. I suggest only pushing the unlock button only once or twice.
Posted on Dec 11, 2009
1. Enter the vehicle and close the doors.
2. Briefly (max. 5 seconds) turn the ignition on and off again.
3. Remove key; press and hold "unlock" button.
4. While holding "unlock" button, rapidly press "lock" button 3 times within a period of 10 seconds.
5. Release "unlock" button. The LED flashes slowly for a maximum of 10 seconds.
The central locking system activates and releases all locks in rapid succession to indicate that the
initialization procedure has been successful. If LED continues to flash or if the locking system fails to
respond, the initialization procedure will have to be repeated.
6.To initialize additional remote control keys (make sure that no more then 30 seconds elapse between each initialization procedure) repeat steps 3 and 4.
Posted on Oct 17, 2008
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call 509-456-7890 they maybe able to help!!!
Posted on Jun 22, 2009
SOURCE: key fob wont open doors or boot or lock them
you need to reprogram keys with the module. there could be a problem with the module though , you need to check it out
Posted on Aug 13, 2009
SOURCE: my renault laguna 1999 rt remote key fob wont work?
Posted on Dec 02, 2009
SOURCE: c240 mercedes key wont turn seems locked
I have a 2001 C240 with the same issue. I removed the positive battery cable from the battery and kept it off for 30 seconds then replaced it. Everything was reset and the key worked.
Posted on Feb 10, 2010
SOURCE: mk 4 golf, remote key not locking/unlokcikg doors?
unlock with key and hold key over for 30 secs(windows may go down)then lock with key and hold over for 30 secs(windows may go up)then press remote unlock button and hold for 30 secs,you have just reset system...the closer you have to get to the car for the remote to work the lower the battery power.sensor on top of dash(little black dimple)rarely,if at all, goes wrong.....
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With so many different gaming headsets out there, finding the right pair can be a long drawn out process. Our aim for this guide was to make finding the best gaming headset under $100 a simple and quick process with a wide variety to meet all different types of gamers needs. Whether you're using a PC, Xbox One, Or a PS4, we've included headsets that will work for you and allow you to take your gaming experience to the next level.
Keep in mind that these headsets are all between more than $50. If you would like to see some other gaming headsets that cost less than $50, check out my post on the best gaming headsets under $50. So with that out of the way let's get into the top 10 gaming headsets of 2016!
One of the most important things about headsets is build quality and the SADES SA907 nails this perfectly. While, they aren't perfect, they are worth taking a look out for their incredible 7.1 surround sound and a decent mic. If you're looking for good headsets and want to try out a new brand, then these headphones are an excellent starting point.
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While SADES has been putting out a consistent stream of high-quality headsets, they are still relatively unknown compared to some of the bigger brands such as Logitech or Razer, but it would be a shame to disregard their headsets for that as they consistently produce high quality, affordable headsets with excellent build quality.
The SA907's offer 7.1 surround sound which should be a pro for any gamer that understands what this means. If you don't, you're getting a great balanced sound experience that has no major cons other than the minimal bass (which can be a deal breaker for some). If you are a person who likes to get immersed into the game world, these headsets are great at helping you achieve just that.
The SA907's mic is also pretty good when it comes talking to others, but feels a little lacking compared to some of the other mics on this list. It's also pretty bulky just as the rest of this headset and isn't attachable. If any of these things seem like an issue to you, then you might want to check out the other headsets on this list.
Not everything is great with these headphones. While I am a fan of the amount of value SADES is offering with these headsets, they feel very bulky and are uncomfortable to wear for long periods of times which is why I've put them so low on this list. However, if you can get past these flaws, they make for a good pair of headsets for gaming.
While most mainstream headsets are fragile and feel as though they weren't made to last a long time, the SADES SA907's stand out from the crowd, for their excellent durability, and incredible affordability. If you're looking for something that's going to last you a long time for a decent price, then you really won't find a better deal at this price level.
While HAMSWAN is a relatively unknown brand, their Professional Wireless gaming headset is definitely one of the best that I've seen sub 60 dollars. If you are looking for headphones that are comfortable, have good sound quality, a detachable mic, and are wireless, then these are for you.
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While I've never heard of HAMSWAN before these headsets, I must say that are one of the best headphones you can get at around $60. Not only do they offer great sound such as the SADES, but they also provide comfort that will allow you to game for hours on end.
The HAMSWAN Professional's sound quality is one of its biggest pros. While it doesn't feature Dolby's 7.1 surround sound, I'd say the stereo sound is just as good. It also doesn't hurt that these headsets have to be one of the most comfortable sub $60 headphones I've ever used.
The Professional's mic is much better than it looks. When I first looked at it I though it would be its only con, but in general, it allows you to communicate pretty well while not being too bulky and distracting you while gaming. It's also detachable, which is pretty awesome if you like to play single player games and don't want a good mic just sitting in your face.
I also like the fact that these headsets are compatible with PC, PS4, and Xbox One, which is great if you have multiple devices, so you only need to buy one pair of headsets.
However, the biggest pro and the reason why I put it on this list is that it is a wireless gaming headset! I know that times are changing and more and more people don't want to be tethered down right next to their PC or Console, so I thought it'd be a good idea to include an affordable wireless headset. It's also a plug and play headset, which is nice.
If you're not a fan of products that don't have a serious name brand attached to them, then these may not be for you. However, If you're a person who care's more about quality than the logo that's slapped on the side of the headsets, then the HAMSWAN Professionals are a serious contender for the best headset under $100.
If you must have a headset that's specifically for Xbox One, then I'd check out the XO-Ones by Turtle Beach. They offer many features such as a good mic and are comfortable to wear. You also get headsets that are going to last for a long time. However, they still disappoint in the sound quality compared to some of these other headphones on this list. These are actually compatible with the PC, and PS4 as well if you want to get the XO One for those.
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While the PS4 works with just about any PC gaming headset, the Xbox one is a little more complicated and may or may not function with some of these headsets. I've included this information so you would know without even having to check yourself, but I wanted to include one headset that was specifically made for the Xbox One. Strangely enough, this headset is also compatible with the PC and the PS4.
The biggest pro of the X One's would have to be its mic. This mic is probably one of the best on this list as it features noise cancellation that allows you to sound crisp and clear and block out all the background noise.
The X One's are also comfortable enough that you can game for a long time with them, and you should experience no signs of discomfort.
The headset that I'm talking about is made by Turtle Beach, who are mainstream headphone makers. They do offer an excellent return and warranty policy which adds a feeling of security you only get with legitimate companies.
My main issue with this headset is the fact that it just doesn't sound that great compared to some of the other headphones on this list. I don't know what the cause of this is, but I'd say that these are one of the worst on this list regarding sound quality. That doesn't mean it's bad by any means, but it's just less of a bargain compared to other headsets on this list. These also aren't that durable and too much applied pressure on a weak point could have you out a good sixty dollars.
So my final recommendation on this product is to get it if you feel like you need a name brand Xbox One headset, but other than that I see no real reason to pick this compared to the other products. In the end, the X One's just feel like headsets full of features that are missing the core components that make headphones great.
The PX22's have been around for a long time and I'd still say that they are a good buy. The price has dropped astronomically as Turtle Beach tries to sell them and has pushed the price way down. The quality of the sound and mic is easily worth $100, but because of the fact that they are on clearance, you can get them at an insanely low price for what you're getting. As long as you're aware of the durability issues that plagues the PX22's, then these could be a good purchase.
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The first thing you notice about the Turtle Beach PX22 is its simple yet elegant design. The smoothly polished curves and subtly highlighted edges give it a classy edge that is far from cheap. Every gaming enthusiast likes to be able to control volume easily. In the Ear Force PX22, this is provided through an in-line amp that attaches to the headset. The amp is also detachable. Disconnect it from the headset if you so desire. It is not built for the headset only but works with all types of portable gaming systems. Moreover, it comes with a USB connector for even greater convenience. Stay in control of the volume output using the responsive, one-touch volume control.
The Turtle Beach Ear Force PX22 supports a high range of frequencies and it brings out the bass well. A desirable range of trebles and low-end frequencies is discernible when you change the controls. Large earcups fit snugly on the ears. This plus its thick headband makes the headset comfortable to wear, even for hours at a time. Turtle Beach is among the top makers of wireless headphones; in the PX22, this expertise comes through in the fine way in which the sound and mic quality is balanced.
Even though there is a lot of good about the PX22's one of their biggest issues is the fact that they seem to have durability issues. If you like to pull and are prone to rage, these are not for you at all.
With all this being said I think it's safe to say that while the PX22 was made a long time ago, it's still relevant today and shouldn't be forgotten. If you're looking for something around $50, and aren't rough with your headphones, then the PX22's would be a good buy.
Razer's Kraken Chroma is definitely a good buy no doubt. With the Kraken's you're getting 7.1 virtual surround sound, great bass, and an excellent mic that will allow you to communicate. The Chromas are also very comfortable and will allow you to game for long periods with zero discomfort. This is all well and good and easily places it on this list, but the thing I like most about the Chroma is the fact that it allows for so much customization that just isn't found in other mics. As long as you understand that the cord is only 6.5 feet, then you'll love this product.
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Razer is probably one of the most well-known PC gaming peripheral makers that's out there. I've just recently reviewed the Razer Turret if you'd like to PC game in your living room. They have high-quality keyboards, mice, and what we're going to be talking about today, headsets.
Before I go into the pros, I do have to admit that this cord is pretty short for anyone who uses consoles. So while it is compatible with the other consoles (You miss out on the Razer Synapse software), it might not give you the distance you want from the TV.
If you are looking for a headset that offers great sound and comes with a quality mic, the Razer Kraken Chroma is a good choice. Enjoy clear speaker sound, delivered by 40mm neodymium speaker drivers. The Kraken Chroma mic is one of a kind – easy to control, has noise cancellation properties and a high-frequency range. The headset has several accessible, in-line controls to put you in charge at every gaming session. Enjoy the catchy boom of a 7.1 surround sound, which is active regardless of the volume. RGB and LED backlight is one of the most outstanding features in this headset; choose your desired color from a limitless array of hues.
Razer headsets are known for their comfort. In the Kraken Chroma, this is given considerable attention. The earcups are designed to fit gently without pressing into the ears. A memory foam coating ensures the headset is comfortable to wear. This is one of the sturdier built gaming headsets in the under $100 mark in the market. The 4-year warranty given on purchase attests to this, and, although it attracts an extra $20, it is still a good deal for the solid pair of headsets you get.
The Audio MX's value is unmatchable. If you're looking for something that's a steal this is it. You'll be getting great surround sound, a clear mic, great bass, and also a long lasting product. Those components make for a good gaming headset and in turn help immerse you in a fantasy world while not bankrupting you in the real world. While it won't compete with some of the more expensive headsets on this list, it's easily one of the best headsets its own price range.
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The AudioMX Over-Ear Gaming headsets are the cheapest headphones on this list. So why did I rate them so high? Simply because they are the best deal out of all of these headsets when it comes to gaming on a budget. You're getting a product with outstanding 7.1 surround sound, a clear mic, excellent durability, and even decent bass for this price level. The proof is in the specifications. This is an outstanding product, and I honestly wonder how they can sell it for such a low cost. So with that said, Get it while you can, because this price is sure to rise!
I really wish I could tell you a con that would make you not get these, but I can't. They are just the best buy for someone who is on a $50 budget. Of course, they won't compete with something that's worth twice the price, but they are great at what they do and have no major issues.
If you're someone who's looking for the best deal, you can possibly find the AudioMX is for you, point blank. If you're struggling and think that you'll lose out by getting these, you won't. They may not be as good as brand name headsets that cost double the price, but they are durable and sound better than any other gaming headset in its price range.
The Logitech G430 is without a doubt, a high-quality gaming headset. With 7.1 Dolby surround sound, a very long braided cord, a mic that blocks out background noise, and finally just amazingly comfortable, you really can't complain. If you're looking for a cheap affordable headset, then you can't complain. The only issue with this headset is its questionable build quality. It feels as though it could have been made with more expensive parts, but considering the price is around $60 I'd have to say you get what you pay for. It also doesn't work with USB 3.0 slots for some odd reason.
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No one appreciates bulk in a gaming headset, not even when the headset costs only a few dozen dollars. Logitech understands this, as seen in the lightweight Logitech G430 Surround Sound. The sleek design of the headset gives it the looks of an expensive headset. Memory foam covers the center part of the headband and the earcups/for increased comfort. Use the 90-degree swivel feature to adjust the headphones for the most comfortable fit. With this adjusting feature, everyone sharing the headset gets to personalize it for their head each time they use it, a convenience that you do not get in many gaming headsets in this price range.
Logitech G430 stands out for its surround sound. For anyone who appreciates the surreal depth of a bass tone, the G430 surround is a delight to listen on. The headset supports a wide range of frequency. Every high and low tone reflects perfectly in your ears, bringing the scenes closer to you. Noise cancellation technology sustains clarity in sound and keeps background noise to a minimum. The volume controls, conveniently located on the cable, provide an easy way for you to mute the game or adjust the volume to a level of your liking.
While there is much that Logitech does right, I do have to admit that their software is so bad compared to Razer's software. If you are looking to customize something I'd go with a Razer product as their software just allows you do so much. If you're looking for something that works right out of the box that provides incredible comfort and is a quality product then definitely check the G430's up.
The HyperX Cloud gaming headset definitely sounds the best out of all the headsets on this list. So if that's the most important aspect of gaming headsets then this would actually be my recommended pair. They're also pretty comfortable and durable. The failings of this headset lie in its mic. While it does feature noise canceling, communication just doesn't feel crystal clear. So with that information, I'd say that these headsets are good for people who're not going to be communicating with others a great deal and would rather immerse themselves in single player games.
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When you are spending around $80 on a gaming headset, it is normal to keep expectations about quality low. Kingston's HyperX Cloud surprisingly exceeds expectations and offers a listening experience usually associated with premium headsets. The Sound quality is excellent, in no small part made so by the 53mm speaker drivers. Kingston has maintained a balanced high-low frequency, ensuring that no tone is compromised. The headset weighs only 9.6 ounces. It is so light that you stop feeling its weight when it has been on your head for a few hours, which is an amazing experience. The earcups come in two varieties: velour and leatherette memory foam. Both are comfortable next to the ear, and the choice of one over the other is merely a matter of personal preference rather than quality.
Push your seating position further back if you do not particularly enjoy huddling in front of the monitor; the six-foot cable is long enough to cover a considerable distance. Kingston has thrown in multiple accessories including an airplane adapter, which makes this model the headset of choice for gamers who are also frequent travelers. Factor in the 2-year warranty and you have a manufacturer keen to give you the best gaming experience.
So with this, all being said why doesn't this rate as my top gaming headset since the sound quality is so good? Well simply because the mic just isn't of the same quality. It's usable, but feels comparable to the AudioMX's, and those are about $30 cheaper!
Not only are the Razer BlackSharks easy on the eyes, but it also has the specs and durability to put it in the number two spot on this list. You get excellent stereo quality, amazing bass, and some headphones that will last you for a long time. When you consider all of what you're getting, it's no wonder these are the top. If you're looking for something that has all the features and also a name brand than the BlackSharks are your pick.
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If you're someone who's looking for a gaming headset that will totally immerse you into the gaming world around you, then the Razer BlackShark's noise canceling feature will be your best friend. One of the worst things that could ever occur is you getting really drawn into the game world, and something break your immersion. The Blackshark eliminates any thoughts of that every happening.
Even though the noise isolation feature is nice, that's not all that makes the BlackSharks great. You're also getting superb stereo quality and some amazing bass that is rarely seen in this price range. The Mic is clear and allows for clear communication and is also detachable. Even though this might not be a major deal to others, it's important to me because I can't stand having a mic in my face while playing a single player game as it breaks immersion.
All of these things along with the metal frame just gives the Sharks a feel of excellence that other headsets at this price range just can't seem to compete with.
There's a reason why I put these headphones at the top of my list; they are just good. You're getting so much for the money that I'd say that they compete with a few products that are even in the $150's. If you don't mind paying close a hundred dollars and want something with a flashy design that also doesn't sacrifice functionality, the Razer BlackSharks are hard to beat.
Honestly, the Sound BlasterX's just sound so good and the price just doesn't make sense for the quality you're getting. Look, I don't know why creative is being so generous, but if you don't check the Sound BlasterX's out you might really end up missing out in the future. These are my top pick for a reason, sound quality that rivals headsets that cost at least double what the Sound BlasterX's cost and you also get a mic that lets you effectively communicate with others. If you're trying to get the best gaming headsets you possibly can with $100, then it will be hard to find a pair that's as good as these.
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The Sound BlasterX H5 from Creative takes the top spot for its impressive style and quality. This headset has a balanced, high-quality sound, with the bass powerfully amplified. Memory foam earcups and headband make this headset \extremely comfortable and perfect for long gaming sessions. Inside, the foam coating has a metal reinforcement that keeps the headset in place. Its closed design blocks out external noise, minimizing distractions so you can enjoy your game in quiet.
The Sound BlasterX uses 50mm speaker drivers. Without a doubt, these account for the near-perfect listening experience. The 8-foot braided cable is long enough to cover the distance between your favorite couch and the game console. Both the cable and the mic are detachable. Should the mic malfunction or the cable break, you can have them replaced separately without having to replace the entire headset. It would be a shame to have to throw such a high-performing pair of headsets due to a problematic mic or cable. In keeping both detachable, the manufacturer ensures that small hitches are solved without compromising the complete unit. Creative gives a one-year warranty on the Sound BlasterX. In the unlikely event that any component breaks or malfunctions within this period, they will issue a replacement at no extra charge.
I really have nothing negative to say about the Sound BlasterX, they're good headsets and are worth every penny you pay. Great Sound, Mic, and also are very comfortable. With all of the amazing gaming headsets on this list, the Sound BlasterX's to me is the best all around headset under 100 dollars. If you're looking for my top pick that meets all the requirements of a good gaming headset and excels at each and every one of them, get the Sound BlasterX's.
Good gaming headsets can be a tricky thing to find. A lot of the time they look amazing but tend to sound like $15 cheap headsets. Hopefully, with this guide, you found some gaming headsets under $100 that you might consider getting. All of these headsets are amazing and the best of the best when it comes to gaming headsets. However, I'd recommend getting one of the top three headsets on this list as they are just some of the best deals you can get right now.
I know that I didn't cover every great headset, so if you feel like you found another amazing pair of headphones, feel free to share in the comment section below. Also, if you have any questions about the best gaming headset under $100 please feel free to leave a comment below, and if you have any friends that would benefit from this information, why not share on social media and spread the news?
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1. Any area outside a 75 mile radius from Covington, Louisiana will be eligible for a special visit.
2. All special visit requests must be completed and submitted at least one business week prior to the requested date.
1. Special visits will only be granted between the hours of 3:30 PM and 4:15 PM on Wednesdays unless otherwise approved by the Warden or his designee.
2. Inmates are only allowed one (1) special visit per month – NO EXCEPTIONS!
3. Visitors must provide a valid driver's license with correct address.
4. Visitors must provide the most recent utility bill with correct address.
5. Visitors may be asked to produce an airline ticket if the visitor is flying in for the visit or during the week of the visit.
6. Visitors will not be granted a special visit if they have already visited the inmate on their regular visit day during the same week.
7. All other visitation policies and procedures apply for special visits.
The following apparel is considered inappropriate and shall result in the denial of visits:
- Clothing that is similar in appearance to the clothing worn by the facility's offender population
- Clothing that is similar in appearance to the clothing worn by correctional officers, (i.e. Blue B.D.U.'s/511's, tan shirts, etc.)
- Transparent clothing
- Swimming suits
- Skirts, shorts, skorts, culottes and dresses shorter that one inch above the knee cap or those with revealing slits
- Strapless, tube and halter tops, tank tops and strapless dresses
- Tops that expose the midriff
- Blouses, shirts and dresses that are low cut
- Spandex, Lycra or spandex-like athletic pants, aerobic/exercise tights or leotards
- Exposed underwear
- Clothing with revealing holes or tears one inch above the knee cap
- Clothing or accessories with obscene or profane writing, images or pictures
- Gang or club-related clothing or insignia indicative of gang affiliation
- Hats or baseball caps
All visitors must wear shoes. House slippers and shower shoes are not allowed. Footwear must remain on feet at all times. These restrictions apply equally to men, women and children.
The following items are not allowed to be brought into the facility during visitation:
- Cell phones
- Gaming devices
- Electronic devices of any kind
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- Tobacco products
- Lighters
- Strollers
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4. Visits are restricted to two visitors.
5. Visitors will visit in equal increments. Visitation is allotted for 45 minutes. Examples are below:
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On the brink of starvation, pretty young Rose Wentworth paints her lips red and pretends to be a prostitute, hoping to wind up in jail where she will be fed. Eccentric old Colonel Ransome witnesses the girl's arrest from his park bench and intervenes. Claiming to be the girl's relative, he arranges for her release. Determined to rescue Rose from her circumstances, the Colonel installs her in an apartment next to his own and hires her to be his maid. Searching for a long-term solution, he pays Rose's former hometown boyfriend, Charlie Hooper, to come to the city and propose marriage. But the plan backfires when Charlie turns out to be an unconscionable scoundrel.
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Bottoming out would mean the implant is sliding down your torso. In your case, you would benefit by a breast lift or mastopexy. I think you should reconsult or get a second opinion.
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Thanks you for your question and images. From your pictures I would not say they are bottomed out.
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Did you know that we already have free health care here in America? I'm not talking about the Obama Health care plan, no, before the Obama Health Care plan existed we had and still have a system called "Charity Care". If you are sick and make below a certain amount of money you qualify for what is called "Charity Care". According to Alex Jones, illegal aliens use this service on a regular basis and that is one of the reasons why the system is so tapped out (but that is another story).
Many hospitals will not tell you about this health care option and instead will admonish you to raise the money by hook, nook or crook which, depending on your illness could mean death. Let's face it, if you have cancer you might not have 6 months to try to raise money for health care.
Charity Care is federally funded but states also have their version of it. One such program was the federally funded Hill-Burton program initiated between 1946 and 1974. Any state that participated in the program received monies from the federal government to improve their facilities in return they had to provide health care to those who could not afford it. There are hospitals that have not met the obligations of the Hill-Burton program and therefore must provide free health care to those who qualify. To see if you qualify or to get answers to your questions regarding this program you can call the toll free number below:
1-800-638-0742, the hot-line is available 24 hours a day.
Each state is different but the magic number that your income has to fall below is usually $7,500. That number does not include your house or your car. Your other assets cannot exceed $7,500 dollars, which coincidentally is also the number you have to stay below if you would like to avoid paying any income taxes.
Also you can go to a United Way hospital where they will use a sliding scale to forgive a certain percentage of the bill based on your income and if you have health insurance and a rejection letter from Medicare. If you are accepted by Medicare, they will forgive whatever is not covered by Medicare. The other method is just walking in to the billing dept. of the hospital and asking what you can do about reducing your bill. A fan told me about these so if you have information regarding other options please post them so as to help others. In addition, don't forget to scout out any free clinics in your area. There are some of these still around and you might be able to find the remedy you need at one.
In many cases the hospitals will not volunteer this information. And, there has been a decrease in doctors and hospitals providing this care so it is important that you ask about it and find a doctor or hospital that cooperates in the program. Unfortunately, this whole system is in jeopardy due to the recent passage of the Obama Health Care program, under that program if you don't buy healthcare insurance I guess you can get it in prison!
If you happen to find yourself in a situation in which you have no insurance and need medical care I hope that you will not hesitate to look into charity care..after-all you pay for it through your state and federal taxes so in that respect it isn't charity care at all!
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Good info! A friend of mine had her first baby when her husband was still in school, and they had a really low income. The hospital sent her a bill for over $20,000 for giving birth! They didn't tell her that the hospital has a program for low-income people, where you pay a % of the bill based on your income. She could have saved thousands, but nobody told her. It's always a good idea to ask for options if you need help paying for something! The worst someone can tell you is no!
I did not know about United Way hospitals and the sliding scale but I sure plan to research them now. I'm uninsured, the Obamacare plans want me to pay a monthly amount that's higher than my mortgage for a crappy plan that has a huge deductible. Some place that would allow me to pay on a sliding scale in case of emergency would be great.
Oh it is Florida so Rick Scott declined the money to expand healthcare for the medically complex and disabled. Governor Rick Scott is making Florida do with far less than Obamacare. It is a nightmare!
In Florida they kick you out of the hospital no matter how sick you are. I had a severe irregular heart beat for over five days and they refused to treat me. It was due to a potassium deficiency because I was sick and could have easily been corrected with IV fluids. I sat in the CEO(s) office when they refused to treat me and told him if I were going to drop dead infront of my child I was doing it in his office. They still kicked me out. Florida, with Rick Scott, is a whole other world.
Too many people stay at home and suffer, because they have no health care at all. The emergency room has to treat you if you are sick. Once I had asthma so bad, I had to go to the hospital. They treated me and kept me for two days, and sent me a bill, and adjusted my bill according to my income. If I had stayed home, I would have died!
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Barbara, this may help. There are two avenues you can take to get charitable care in Texas. The first is from the non-profit hosptals themselves, which must give some type of charitble care to those without health insurance under the Access to Health Care plan set up by the state.
Here is that link: https://www.oag.state.tx.us/AG_Publications/pdfs/a...
Also, there are numerous charitable care organizations in Texas. This next link will show them in Dallas and within 100 miles from Dallas. You can also type in your city and find out about others, if you are not in this area.
Here is that link: http://www.nafcclinics.org/clinics/search?search=D...
I hope this helps. Rick
Here is a link to places located in Texas that have charitable care. You can start with these and if you are not getting the type of treatment you need, be sure to ask them to refer you to other places. Remember, like Brie has said many time, this information is the easy to find because you have to search for it. Here is the link and good luck.
does Texas have a "charity care"? any contact info would be appreciated.
what you failed to mention is that the doctor's bill are not covered by the hospital's "charity care" and in any case this really mostly applies to emergy care. I doubt that it would cover very expensive procedures outside ER. In any case this sort of help is but a patchwork and not a solution and definitely not a form of Health Insurance as you seem to imply. Obamacare is not a true Universal Healthcare but a compromise that benefits the insurance industry.
Thank you so much for the info! I'll try to see if my parents would qualify for this!
I know which system I would rather have.
Longish waits for non urgent treatment sometimes, certainly never meagre- state of the art mostly. Most people in the UK are very proud of our health care system which delivers world class care to all , no matter how rich or poor.
Great hub.
I live in the UK, where we have a brilliant free for all world class health care system. Very few people have health insurance here and even those that do would never rely on the few private hospitals to deliver acute care, as the standards of care are much higher in the free state system.
thank you, this is something awesome..
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It actually is in Summit county. I live in the Akron, Ohio area. What city is she from . I have other resources through a support group where I might be able to get information for her if she does not live in my area. She could also try the link I gave you above to find out.
Here is another update for you Brie. The last time I wrote I told you that I had lost my health insurance, at age 63, and did find a free clinic called the Open M Clinic. There are some other pluses I have be blessed with at this clinic. The clinic is actually served by volunteer physicians and nurses from the Summa Health System, one of the largest and highly acclaimed hospital systems in Ohio. As it ends up, the cardiologist that gave me a check up is from the same group that I was going to when I had insurance. So, I really feel that I am getting the best of care.
Plus, they will supply you with all the medications you need for free provided by their free on site pharmacy. If they do not have the meds in stock they will help you apply for the free med plans that most of the name brand drug companies offer or write you a script and help you get discounted medication. They supply most of my meds and even vitamins and fish oil etc.
Once I am able to get on Medicare, then I will no longer need to go there, but this really bridges the gap until I get Medicare.
The only trade off is that you need to get to the place about a half hour early to sign in since all appointments are at the same time when scheduled. This means that there is always a wait, but I have gotten used to it. On top of that, everyone that works the clinic is super nice.
So for anyone that needs health care, it would be well worth it to do some research and find clinics in your area that offer this free care.
Here is an easy way to do that. The National Association of Free or Charitable Clinics has a search page to find a clinic in just about every city in the US. Here is that link.
I hope this helps some people out. Take care Brie.
We take free healthcare for granted in the uk yesterday they gave figures on the mllions lost each year when people dont turn up for apointments
My son broke his wrist, a minor fracture and had no insurance. He went to a leading Salt Lake Hospital When they found out he had no insurance the bill dropped from over 2,000 to about 250. His care also became more conservative placing a splint instead of a cast. When I looked at what they actually did and the amount of time spent with him it seemed to me that what he was billed was actually reasonable.
Hi Brie,
As you know I gave some information before and now I have even more. Since the last time I wrote, another snag entered into my life that caused me to loose my health insurance. This, of course, is not a good thing for a 63 year old who falls two years short of getting Medicare. So, I had two choices. Sit down and brute about it and and take my chances for the next two years or dig and search till I found something, anything that could at least fill the cap to some extent.
Some of this may be repetitive, but much of it is new. I did not realize that besides the Fed and State programs out there, which are not really designed for middle or lower middle class, there are county, city and even Medical Group assistance and of charity as well. Hospitals have programs too.
First I looked into a volunteer program comprised of Doctors, both family and specialists, in Summit County, Ohio, called Access To Care. If you do not have health insurance and make less then around $21,000 a year, and are between 18 and 64 years of age, you qualify for either no cost or very low cost treatment. So, I called to sign up and found out that they needed to take my wife's income into consideration too, even though, I am the one without health insurance, and I do now qualify to get on her plan. The bottom line was, for two people, you have to make under $29,000 a year, and that disqualified me.
I was disappointed but did not want to give up.
So next I found out about the OPEN M clinic that is charity based. Their basic qualifications are that you live in Summit County, Ohio, you are between the ages of 18 and 64, have no health insurance and are not on Medicare or Medicaid. The only small issue is that to enroll, you must call on a specified enrollment date and keep your phone on speed dial because you must get in on that date while hundreds of other people are calling too. Once you get through, you leave you name and number and they will call you back within 24 hours. If you do not answer their call within that time, you will loose your spot and have to wait till the next enrollment date.
Once accepted, you get free, by appointment only, healthcare from family care to specialists, dental and medication.
I also found out that one of our hospitals called Summa Health Systems, has specific doctors that became members of Summa Physicians Inc., and they provide a program for people without insurance, that based on your income, combined with my wife's in my case, will allow you to go to any member of SPI and get either free or greatly discounted treatment. This means you can see almost any type of doctor and even go to some urgent care facilities under the plan. Once you get accepted, and I did by the way, you are in the system and since the billing goes through SPI, you pay nothing up front and when you get the bill, you will be discounted as low as 0% of the cost of treatment. The only thing with this program is that it is good for 6 months and then you will need to be re-evaluated. If your income and everything else is the same, it will continue for another 6 months and so on. Wow! I got accepted and as a bonus, so did my wife. Since she is on an HSA insurance policy through her work, this works out really good for her too, since she has to fund the first $2,500. So for her, using this plan will mean she won't have to use anywhere near the amount of her funded money as she did last year, as long as she goes to SPI members. This could mean changing some doctors as well.
For Prescription Drugs, I wanted to let you know that I got on the Ohio Best RX program. To qualify you must be between the ages of 18 and 64 and again, not have health insurance. This card gives you discounts similar to the the ones you get through an insurance companie and in some cases the cost is even lower then the insurance companies. You still have your doctor write you a script, and for meds you take on a regular basis, the doctor will write them for 90 days. You take them to your local pharmacy, and get your discounts. One of my meds that I was paying $10.00 for 90 days with my insurance, I now pay $15.00 for 90 days and I don't have any health insurance premiums to pay anymore. You can even go online and find out the exact cost of the your medication so you know exactly what you are going to pay. You will find however, generic drugs get huge discounts, but if you want a name brand, it will be very expensive, so let you doctor know about this. We are in control of our health, so if there is a generic available, let your doc know that is what you want.
Another thing I found out about prescription drugs, when you go to a pharmacy and let them know you have no insurance, some of them can swipe a discount card they have, to greatly reduce the cost, as long as it is a generic drug.
Once last thing, don't be afraid do tell your doctor that you don't have insurance and ask what is the lowest they can charge you and if they have any programs in place for people without insurance. I did this with two of my doctors. My cardiologist decided not to charge me at all for a visit and my general practitioner, told me about the SPI program I mentioned above. Since then I found out that both of them are SPI members so I can still see them and not worry about the money. I also talked to my Psychiatrist, who prescribes some of my meds, and he offered to reduce my cost to only $6.00 more per visit then what my copay was when I had insurance. You can also request the same thing from any hospital or medical facility. Many of them base your income on 2 to 3 times the poverty rate, so there is a good change you will get a discount.
Persistence is the key everyone. If you don't keep digging and searching and trying, even when you get turned down with some programs, you won't get help. So don't stop because people and physicians out there, do want to help.
I hope this helps, Rick
Charity Care will not pay a hospital doctor,private doctor visits,surgeon fees,radiology,anesthesia,or anesthesiologists.
I am a contractor and make a pretty solid salary, I stupidly thought I did not need insurance, since I did not feel like paying 6k for an overnight hospital stay I found a medical bill negotiation service http://www.klfinancialservices.com they were able to get the bill down to $2400. I was lucky I could afford the lowered bill...
Very informative! Voted up.
This hub is awesome! It's so wonderful that you wrote about this. It is useful and something I had never heard of before... two thumbs way up!
I do have health insurance, but like so many Americans that have it, the health insurance companies are raising the deductible of out of pocket expenses every year. Last year I had a $1,000 hospital bill that I had to pay because my insurance had not met the deductible limit yet. I called the hospital to find out if I could make payments and in the process was asked if the income my wife and I make together is below the federal poverty level. I told the woman that we were making above the that amount. I came to find out the the hospital doubles the federal poverty income amount and if you are below that, they will write off the debt. And, that is exactly what they did.
I don't think too many people know about this. I live in Ohio and some of the hospitals do this. However, if you get treatment at a hospital you need to know that places like Pain Centers etc. that have the hospital name, sometimes hire doctors from without the system as independents doctors to give treatment. Once that happens, it takes the hospital out of the picture and you will end up owning the independent doctor instead of the hospital.
These doctors pay the hospital for use of their facility. I found out the hard way, that the doctors will only write off bills for people that earn below the federal poverty level. They do not double that amount like the hospitals do.
Just thought I would make you aware of that. Remember to ask the hospital what there policy is on the federal poverty level and if there limit is double, make sure you asked to be treated by hospital personnel and physicians that actually are employed by the hospital.
Hope this was helpful. Rick
I live about 2 hours from Atlanta. We have yet gotten insurance but my son became ill with a high fever so of course we took him to the ER. The bill came back and was over $500. They told my husband about their financial help for indigent cases. My husband makes just under $50,000 a year so i figured there was no way they'd help or maybe just pay a percentage. I went to the quick office visit, brought in all my papers....check stubs, bank statements ect...and to my surprise, we were covered 100%. Not only for that bill, but my husband is sick, i was told to come to the urgent care center, bring my "indigent/charity" form and it will cover all 5 of us in our family. This is good for emergency needs but i am ready to have health insurance so we can keep healthy and not wait for emergency situations:)
Wisconsin has a plan called Community Care we know we had to use it but we also had to ask for it they didn't tell us about it. Our son 28 had a terrible accident and had a brain injury. He had insurance which paid good but was running out.
When he was in the hospital they came to us and said when his insurance ran out they would put him on Medicaid and they would pay all his medical care. I said will he get good care that way and they said he would get better care. They also said he could then go on Social Security Disability.
We do have health plans in this country for the poor. Poor are better taken care of then the families that have just enough to make it but aren't considered poor but aren't rich enough to pay huge medical bills.
Back to Community Care our son had over 100,000.00 left in medical care between clinics, hospital and flight for life. I filled out papers for him to every place he had a bill. Community Care paid all of it and one clinic gave him an extra year of Community Care.
They will also pay for people who have money but not enough to pay bills they may not pay the whole thing but will help with some.
Here are some of Wisconsin Medical Programs.
Community Care (You have to ask for it they won't tell you)
BadgerCare Plus for Pregnant Women
BadgerCarePlus Core Plan
Wisconsin AIDS/HIV Drug Assistance Program (ADAP)
Wisconsin State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Great Hub voted up.
The point of the article is how it is in America that if you are in the miserable position of earning less than $7500 dollars A YEAR you can ask around for charity medical care and that this is a saving grace?
This is not the reality of millions in America, without medical insurance the medicine itself is unaffordable, those on low incomes cant afford the medicine and the hospitals dont want to hear it. You can get emergency care but if you cant afford the medicine after you are in pain and out of luck.Charity systems exist but they are so few and far between and you have to earn next to nothing plus they dont cover the medicine you need. This is no solution and nothing to be proud of.
Third World countries have similar systems, you are speaking of America! If America spent less money being at war the country would have more money to take care of its people.
I am Irish, in Ireland we are taken care of, same as England, France, Australia, Canada, Sweden, Holland, New Zealand etc etc...all first world western countries, if you are sick you will be taken care of, no 'asking around' no red tape and no desperation. America you dont even come close to taking care of your sick.
Great info!.a very big help for me. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Brie,
Your article was not only informative but I'm sure will help so many people! Good info to have and keep! Thanks for spreading the word, we need more Hubs like this one!
Well you can't stop it really, it doesn't matter who you vote it, their gonna waste it in one way or another.
You wouldn't need to raise any taxes to pay for health care if there wasn't so much government money wasting.
Wouldn't it just be better to have universal health care, so that you don't have to go through so much red tape and reduce the chance of missing out on the right to decent care?
Yes, charity care, but there are so many hoops you have to jump through first and from what you are saying, it only applies to people who are very poor and others who are slightly less poor will still miss out.
Brie, if universal health care is inefficient, then how is someone who is old, going to get an operation if they can't afford the operation, or if they can't afford health care, do they just miss out?
It seems that many Americans fear universal health care but pretty much every developed county in the world has this as a basic right.
There is this obsession with the term - "socialized medicine" like it's something bad, but it seems that it's perfectly OK to have a socialized military, socialized schools, socialized police force, socialized fire brigade, socialized postal service, etc.
What i don't get is, those who can afford health insurance simply don't care about a fellow citizen and are perfectly OK with millions to suffer with their health problems.
Excellent and well written hub.
Good Hub Nice Video,
Thanks for this hub. I have a 24 year old daughter who has no health insurance. I am retired and therefore cannot add her to more medicare. I will have her call the number and check it out.
This is a good post, I stumbled across your article while looking for .
Confusion on Medicare, he needs to check out SS online. It has all the answers. If he's trying to get on Medi-cal, income and assets count. Visit the CA government site.
hi thnaks for the info it realy helps...one more thing, my dad is receiving disability allowance....can he get an insurance or medicare?
Great article, I think you covered everything there.
hi brie i have a question my dad is sick and he doesn't have health insurance, he tried to appy for medicare but got denied because he has a house/property in guam. My dad is in san diego right now we want to get him health insurance but some insurance company denied it coz he is already sick...we aready paid 5th for his check ups and we cant afford it anymore.. do you have any idea where we can get health insurance or is there any other way my dad will get treatment w/o paying too much...thanks
Thank you for this awesome hub! Having just graduated college and being without a job currently, the fact that I don't have health care scares me the most. This is completely useful. Voted up, awesome, and useful.
Educative article. I don't have insurance health but with this your article. i have learn the importance of it. Thanks for bring it to my knowledge.
A like Your Article
Interesting article. How many Americans don't have health insurance?
America is a powerful country, one that can afford to provide health care for ALL its citizens. Even here in Mexico we are taking steps to do just that (our state health care system sucks, but at least it's becoming free)
Health must be a right, not a product you must pay for.
I'm not even American and I found this fascinating, thank you for sharing :)
I will! I did!!
One never knows, I'm bookmarking this. Thanks!
Every one knows about health insurance but few avoid to buy them. And your article will be helpful for them. Nice hub, keep it up…
you have written superb hub. It has cleared my views regarding health insurance.
Good information thanks.
Well, I just called that number and left my address and information on their message machine. I sure hope this works cause I have no health insurance and have been very sick with a bad cough and running nose. With limit funds it can be really hard to get things taken care of.
I hope that some can use this, but unfortunately there are still too many who suffer because of hospital bills. My first job in the US was as a bankruptcy clerk and I will never forget the elderly customers who were filing for bankruptcy because they couldn't afford their medical bills and couldn't get the treatments they needed. They were so humiliated, it was awful. I can still see the faces of some who would just shake their head, embarrassed, asking me where they went wrong. What can you say to someone in this position? These were good people, many were farmers, and they had no other option. I've never understood how so many US citizens could be against a health care system. I hope those who are eligible for Charity Care find out about it.
I'm a bit delayed but anywho found topic very relevant. We have Medicaid here in CT and that covers most kids and parents if you have low income--real low to middle of the road (40k). But parents are excluded from plan if they make too much (mid 30's or so). So kids are insured with a full package and parents are not. Insurance is unaffordable for many who are in the middle range of income. So, essentially, you have to own nothing and earn nothing to be insured. Makes no sense. As for charity services, just walk into any emergency room and you will find the poor waiting in line for strep tests and other less severe illnesses because the hospital will take them free of charge. What about preventative care? Yes, no system is perfect. But how are poor encouraged to get out of the hole, break a cycle of poverty? Middle class families, too, are stuck. We need equal access to healthcare--everyone.
Great info.
Nice read. I work at a hospital, another free way to get healthcare is to just show up and get treated and not pay the bill, like so many uninsured do. It's immoral, but I see it everyday, sadly.
Very nice page.. Good job!
And you like Alex Jones? I'd better hide you from my gorgeous boyfriend, he's an Alex Fanatic! Haha!
Thank you Brie, for this illuninating piece, and ummm, if your still lookin' for land, come to Alaska.... just bring your long-johns! Be well, be happy...lily
This is a great option I knew nothing about. It seems not only hospitals don't volunteer this information but also the programs themselves. Why isn't this advertised properly?
As a person involved in the Medical tourism industry, this is interesting knowledge worth checking out. People must be aware of their options and not feel trapped and under pressure. There is a new helpful blog that just got started on this exact issue: http://www.ticketmed.com/medical-tourism-blog
Thanks Brie,
This is very good to know. My daughter is 23 and has no health ins. I am on medicare because I am over 65, so can't add her. She will be interested.
Very useful information, My dad worked at a hospital in NYC for over 25 years so I knew about charity care, but I didn't know about the United Way hospitals. Thanks for sharing.
Lack of health insurance is a huge problem for many people, but this advice should definitely help those in a bind.
Interesting. I've never heard about Charity Care. I am uninsurable because I have Bipolar Disorder, so medical bills scare me.
great hub. have voted it up. as per me every individuals especially people who are in their mid 40s must have health insurance.
great hub, thanks
Great info. Thanks!
Brie, thank you so much for this post. Many do not seek help because they do not know it is there.
When they put your medical expenses into collection (which they do all too often these days) you just tell them how much you can afford to pay. I am paying $20 now to one that I could only pay ten dollars a year ago. Another I paid $25 a month and yeah it is finally paid off!
If you offer money, they have to accept it. Just be sure to never be late on payment.
Thanks again Brie,
My husband and I just went through this. He had been sick and struggling with chest pains for a couple weeks, but we were reluctant to go to the doctor or a hospital because we don't have insurance. The pains intensified to the point that I was terrified of what might happen if I didn't take him into the ER. The hospital that I took him to tended to his immediate care and then transferred him to another hospital. While we were at the 2nd hospital we were interviewed by a social worker who referred us to a financial adviser. We were absolutely terrified about what our bill was going to be... turns out that after they evaluated our situation and my husband's income the 2nd hospital paid for all of his treatment and he was there for a couple days! We were so shocked and I felt truly blessed that they were able and willing to do that for us. The first hospital after evaluating our situation cut our bills in half. I feel extremely fortunate that they did this for us, I just wish that I had known about it sooner. I wouldn't have waited so long to take him in! I do hope that something happens with health care soon though so that people don't necessarily have to rely on the charity care so much. That way its funds can remain plentiful for when people really, really need it. Thanks for writing this hub! It's important information.
Interesting article, I know a few people who could benefit from this information and will be forwarding the link.
Red Bull HatsYour writing is good. In this I learned a lot! Thank you!
Thanks for this informaiton. I have a 24 year old daughter who does not have health ins. and lost her job. She cannot go on my plan because I am retired and on mecicare. So can she use this?
This is very interesting. I live in SC. I work with abused and neglected children as a Guardian Ad Litem and most of the families have zero to no benefits. Which increases the rate of neglect ten fold. If you don't have benefits, and you don't qualify for medicaid because you make a dollar more than poverty level, what are these families to do? Instead, they try to "get by with what they have" and the child suffers. You really have to wonder what is wrong with our Government that they want to keep something like this so hush-hush. What about the elderly who need it, but don't realize it is out there? I am very thankful for your hub. I will be reposting this on my facebook page and other sites for others to see. All I can say is WOW... What a disappointment our Government is for trying to deny the care for EVERY American.
nice health care plan thanks for the great article
Small people are slaves of the politic systems...The richer get richer and the poorer get poorer...!
Interesting hub, even for me, living in good old Germany. ;)
freeclinics. us is where you can find a list of free or low cost medical centers around the united states
great hub!
I didn't know about this charity care, so thanks for the info. I am in Florida, do you know if its active here?
we all need health insurance one way or the other and I am seeing that there are many benefits for buying health insurance at work privately and so medicare for elderly and disability and then the disability act from Bush father signed twenty years ago and now come alive and then there is a balance budget for MA since there is law come out that the health insurance is required for every one in the states and free care from all the hospitals and there is needed for people to let the physician provider know what you do have and what you dont have and they will provide all and other than this is your health and as soon as find out about the sickness the doctor could cured these diseases
Great information on health care. California is an interesting place to be when you need a doc. Its difficult to find the organizations that offer something similar to charity care. I am sure I just don't know where to look for the help.
I'm glad you wrote a about this! I found out about charity care when I had a retinal detachment in my right eye last year and I think it is something important that other people should know about!
Well written hub on a hot topic. People who have Medicare and meet certain income and asset guidelines may qualify for extra help to pay Medicare premiums, copays and deductibles or may be eligible for other programs. To find out more information go to the website, Medicare.gov and click on the section, Get Financial Help. (Medicare.gov is the Official U.S. Government site for Medicare). These programs are not automatic, and many people who are eligible are not aware of their existence or how to apply for them.
in india the government hospitals offer subsidised medical care
in the state of tamilnadu even open heat surgeries are done free of cost
but then thanks to globalisation we have low cost insurance where the govt pays lowcost and offers insurance for the public
we do not know how far the scheme will be fruitful but to start with it yields benefits
thanks for being pro poor-great hub
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I gave it a thumb up! This is very useful information for many people. Thanks for sharing it. :D
Great hub very well written. Thanks for sharing this.
But if not 'dirt' poor, you are not entitled to this 'free' care. Middle class get sent to collection agencies. This one does not help all people. Middle class get hounded and sent to collection agencies and Not people making a lot either. I could not imagine anymore living on $7,000 a year.
come and live in australia, you dont have to pay any money or very little for healthcare. No hospital can turn you away no matter how much the bill for your operation etc. may be.
Great hub Miss Hoofman, keep it up!
This isn't a healthcare plan at all. What about the rest of us that earn more than 7500 a year, but don't receive benefits with their job and can't afford to purchase health care on their own?
And the point is, that people don't know about this and have to fight tooth and nail to get access to this kind of care. A real healthcare plan provides care to everyone, regardless of income and makes it easy for you to access that care.
I had no idea, this is great to know as I hear of many people, hard working people who have lost or can no longer afford health care. Thanks for the tips and great facts on sick and have no health insurance. Peace :)
Informational indeed and on a lighter note I would also like to add "Sick and have no Health Insurance? Come to Yoga!"
I never knew of such health plan. Though I do not live in the US, but with the wailing and shouting and 'trumpet-blowing' of the Obama care system, I just concluded that America has been living without a health care plan. I have been wondering how majority of Americans would cope. Here in Ukraine, they may not be as prosperous as America is, but there is a very good government subsidy and everyone can afford all sort of medical treatment or attention. For those who are familiar with Doctor House, a woman was asked to do some intrsumental and laboratory diagnosis (alone) which cost her close to $80,000. If this is truly the case, then I think Medicine is only for the rich. But thank God and thank you so much for this awareness. If not for your hub, I wouldn't have been aware, there are (not just one) health care systems which go deep down to the grassroots (to state and local levels) to meet the health needs to people is smaller communities.
Your awareness campaign is highly appreciated and I hope you keep up the good work.
Thank you so much. I plan on making that call today. My husband recently crushed his ankle and basically had to have three surgeries to reconstruct it. He has other severe health problems and we have a mountain of hospital and doctor bills that we'll never be able to pay.
Well, i'm glad i live in a socialist country and health care is available for everyone, for free, i don't have have to pay for my medication...
Go socialist America :)
This system sounds like socialism to me. Monies received from any state or federal agency, used to benefit any individual or institution can be nothing less.
Besides that there are many religious organizations that also offer charity care. I've seen it work, thankfully never had to use it, but have been made aware of it through other's circumstances. However, socialism does not work.
Brie, this is an outstanding hub, all should know about in the U.S.! It's been about 15 years, I was living in California and was outside of Tucson, Az. Quail hunting and had a heart attack that resulted in a 3 week stay and high dollar mechanical heart valve installed at Tucson General. They didn't ask, they just did it and basically saved my life, who could argue with that? They had me in an induced coma for 2 weeks following the emergency service. I was self employed and due to this I was immediately "unemployed". As it came time to leave, they wanted me to write a check for $150,000.00. I literally laughed and asked them how many folks they knew who could write a check for that kind of money? I was grateful beyond description, but that didn't pay the bill. In the end I traveled by jet home, then got my tax return from the two prior years that showed a wash one year and a loss the other year as my business was young and just getting off the ground, and until I could get healthy enough to return to work, it was closed and loosing more money. It was then that they told me of the plan where the state would pick up the funds that the Veterans Hospital wouldn't pay and that was 50 or 60 thousand dollars, I don't really remember, at any rate, I walked away with out owing anything.
I asked the "what are you going to do?" "Take away my birthday? or cut me open and repossess my heart?" It was one of those things where they just saved my life and there was no time to ask me any questions where they could have sent me to a VA hospital and I would have been covered 100% anyway. Had I not been a veteran they still would have been where they had to figure out how to squeeze blood out of a turnip to get the money. I know many folks are going to say or think that I took advantage of the system, but I had no choices offered and was in no shape to answer any questions. So it was fix me or let me die, and they fixed me and I'll forever be grateful that they did, but the point here is that there exist services then and now for the folks who work and pay in to the system. Unfortunately it is there for illegals as well, who don't pay in or didn't but, who am I to say that my life is worth more than theirs? We should help humanity as we can. God Bless humanity and God Bless you for bringing this subject to the light!
Much peace and love to you for this information, 50.
I'm sure this is a very useful hub, to many who had no idea that this type of aid was available to them. I fail to see why people are not informed of this kind of help. It always seems that the honest person is the last to know
God bless
an excellent and informative hub. People need to know this.
Brie: It should be that if one is in need of medical assistance, emergency attention, one can expect to get treated regardless of their financial situation. The beggar on the street should be able to without worry or cost, be attended to and treated,in a humane way, no questions asked.
Brother Dave.
It's sad that the people that could use this info the most, probably don't have internet. To all who read this and know of someone that could benifit- get the word out. Great info Brie.
This is exactly the point. America has different programs for people with low income. America cares about Americans (and also for anyone living in America) and no one is left without help. This is the real face of the Republic. We don't need any Obamacare which is full of lies and tricks and is used just for certain agenda of those in power.
I live in Wisconsin and my state has several health programs for low income people. For those who might be interested- first of all, it is BadgerCare Plus- ForwardHealth program, BadgerCare Plus Core for childless adults. These programs cover entire Wisconsin.
Then, for certain area there is Family Health Center (FHC) insurance (just check it online for more details).
I was some what aware of this to a certain extent. I know that there are hospitals that have to treat you and can't turn you away. Years ago my husband had been out of work fo over a year and our sons appendix bursted on the operating table. We had taken him to uc Davis in n. Calif, he ended in pediatric icu for a week to the tune of over $50,000. That was in the late 80's. They had us file some paperwork and we never saw a bill. It was all paid in full.
awesome hub and clip, very useful!
I am fortunate to live in Louisiana , where we have charity hospitals based on income and ability to pay. When I retired just recently , my insurance went up to $644.00 a month for just me! I had to cancel it,so I will have to use a charity plan, as I have serious pre-existing health issues that will hinder me from being insured at an affordable price. I don't know what all Pres. Obama's plans to require health insurance is going to do to my itty -bitty retirement check!