HEALTH CARE RESOURCES
At Piedmont Rising, we know it can be difficult to navigate the process of accessing affordable health care and talking to the elected officials who make crucial decisions on your behalf. This guide is meant to help start the process, but if you need additional help finding resources, please email us at info@piedmontrising.org.
GUIDE TO HEALTH CARE PROGRAMS
NORTH CAROLINA RESOURCES
North Carolina Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
Helps the uninsured and underinsured find local clinics that provide free or discounted health care
NC Department of Health and Human Services Rural Health Centers
Provide health care clinics to rural communities that accept Medicare and Medicaid
A group of ACA navigators from across the state that help people enroll through the Health Insurance Marketplace
Provides a range of services for older North Carolinians
North Carolina Free Dental Clinics
A list of free or low-cost dental clinics in North Carolina
CONTACT YOUR LAWMAKERS
The White House: 202-456-1111 or submit a message at
U.S. Senator Thom Tillis: 202-224-6342 or submit a message at tillis.senate.gov/email-me
U.S. Senator Richard Burr: 202-224-3154 or submit a message at
did you know?
If you enroll in an ACA plan, you are likely eligible for financial assistance. Nearly 9 million people who have health insurance through the Affordable Care Act exchange, or 87 percent, receive subsidies that help pay for the cost of their premium. As of 2019, the average subsidy was $514 per month.
For young adults under 30, the Affordable Care Act marketplace offers catastrophic plans, which are less expensive but only cover emergencies and some preventative care. This can provide an accessible option for younger people after they leave their parents’ insurance plan.