Foster parent helps kids get overdue medical care through Apple Health
Megan has been a foster parent in the Olympia area for several years, her home being a known safe place for social workers to...
After accident, hiker gets the care she needs through Apple Health
While in college in 2014, Kayleigh went hiking with a friend with the ambitious goal of summiting an 11,000 foot mountain in ...
Apple Health worker helps ease financial worries of new mother
When Ashley learned she was pregnant with her second child, she was excited but also worried. Though she had insurance, it co...
Apple Health coverage offers support to maintain housing and employment
Duff was born and raised in Alaska. Coming south with a friend, he found his way to Yakima and wound up homeless, living on t...
Access to housing, employment, and Apple Health gives Yakima resident a second chance
Monique has lived in Yakima for over fifteen years. She works two jobs, and she has her own apartment. She walks with confide...
Cancer patient lives a quality life thanks to Apple Health
Priscilla came to Washington from India in 2005 with her husband and son to live in the Seattle area. She was excited to reun...
New mother and baby have healthy start thanks to Apple Health
When Natasha discovered she was pregnant in February 2018 at the age of 46, it was a complete shock to her and her partner.
Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) keeps health care affordable for families
As soon as she was born, Kyra was enrolled in Washington Apple Health for Kids with premiums, funded through the federal Chil...
Apple Health covers medically necessary surgery when other insurance wouldn’t
Imagine needing surgery, but not being able to get it because your insurance company wouldn't cover it, and the out-of-pocket...
Access to health care allows student to pursue education stress-free
Sitting in her dorm room at the University of Washington, Lisa coughed too hard. She felt sharp, shooting pains in the left s...
Apple Health leads the way to a better life for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) client
Kelci is a big advocate for Apple Health (Medicaid).
Apple Health for Kids provides relief for new parents
Kayla and her husband had their first child in September 2017. Being able to afford health insurance after the birth of their...
Helping Apple Health (Medicaid) clients when they need it most
Our Medical Eligibility Determination Services customer service team helps people get signed up for Apple Health (Medicaid) f...
Apple Health gives life to those with chronic disease
Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) saved Renae's life. Even after a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes, she didn't have insurance o...
Mother and daughter have a better life because of Apple Health
Shayne says she wouldn't be alive today without Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage.
Apple Health provides otherwise unaffordable, life-saving medication for HIV patient
When Mary’s son was diagnosed with HIV, they didn’t know what to do or where to turn for help. She was worried for her son, w...
Apple Health outreach staff help spread the word about free and low-cost health insurance
Apple Health outreach staff help spread the word about free and low-cost health insurance.
Apple Health and community partners help improve the health of the Latino population in Washington
Apple Health and community partners help improve the health of the Latino population in Washington.
Apple Health brings stability to lives of young couple
Ashleigh and her partner moved to Olympia for a fresh start. It was a chance to find better jobs, be closer to family, and mo...
"I can’t begin to explain how much Apple Health has helped me"
Shylo is a single mother raising a 5-year-old son. Her busy, hectic life includes a full-time job and caring not only for her...
“I wouldn’t be able to afford health insurance otherwise.”
Sacha was a military officer’s wife for 15 years. She operated a small art business making metal jewelry on the side, but the...
"We were not alone in this awful process"
The following story was submitted by Jessica, a former Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) client whose husband was diagnosed ...