Supporting Children and Families During the COVID-19 Crisis
mainechildrensalliance • April 30, 2020
During these unprecedented and challenging times, it is critical that children and families get the support they need to mitigate the harmful effects of this pandemic on their health and well-being
the federal and Maine state governments have waived many of the restrictions and red tape associated with accessing those programs that provide essential support for families
SNAP
SNAP is a proven, effective tool in addressing food insecurity
removal of the work requirement
maximum
MaineCare
For low-income families, this state health insurance program provides access to affordable health care
no coverage will be ended for any child or adult in the program for the duration of the emergency
TANF
This program provides important financial assistance
lifetime limit will be waived
Making critical support programs more accessible and supportive during this time will strengthen families, and reduce the potentially harmful impact on their own and their children's health and well-being.
Everyone should have access to the help they need to get through this crisis and beyond
For more detailed information on these and other program changes, the COVID-19 page
hosted and updated by Maine Equal Justice is a great resource. Additionally, if you have questions about your health insurance eligibility, reach out
to the experts at Consumers for Affordable Health Care. For more information on the Department of Health and Human Services and program updates, see their Coronavirus Resources page.
