This category concerns what public benefit programs an immigrant to the US might be able to access. This includes eligibility and procedural requirements for immigrants for programs like food stamps (SNAP benefits), Medicaid, Medicare, disability, old age, SSI, TANF, welfare, and other assistance programs from the government.
How To Update Your Immigration Documents
This guide provides basic information about how to update your immigration documents. The process is relatively simple and can be managed without the help of a lawyer. This guide is intended to provide support to those seeking to update the name and/or gender marker on any immigration document without legal representation.
Medicaid Health Coverage
This resource covers the Medicaid program that provides people with limited income access to health care. It covers who qualifies in Louisiana based on income or other conditions (pregnancy, elderly, disability, children, etc.) It also covers issues of what types of issues or treatments Medicaid covers, what happens if there are payment issues, and how program enrollment might be terminated.
Public Benefits
This information covers public benefits, which are government-funded programs that help individuals and families in need. Public benefits can include cash and income assistance, health care, food assistance, housing assistance, and tax benefits. Depending on the program, eligibility for public benefits may require a person or family to meet certain income and resource requirements.