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Apply for CAREAssist help with HIV-related health costs

CAREAssist helps qualifying HIV-positive people pay for HIV medications and medical services.

Steps

4 steps
  1. Review eligibility and the applicationReview CAREAssist’s instructions and application. Its income limit is 550% of the federal poverty level.
  2. Gather residency and medical confirmationGather residency-verification materials. The separate residency-verification form is only needed when other verification documents cannot be obtained. The HIV/AIDS confirmation form must be completed by a licensed medical provider or Ryan White case manager/care coordinator.
  3. Ask for application helpContact CAREAssist if you need help with any part of the application.
  4. Complete ongoing reviewsAfter enrollment, complete the Client Eligibility Review every six months. Missing it can delay or end eligibility.

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