Medicaid Stories

Johnnie and Kathleen care for their two young children, one of whom has severe developmental disabilities. While their kids are covered by Medicaid, they are both uninsured, and worry about their health.

Sharon was diagnosed with breast cancer while she was in between jobs and uninsured. Fortunately, she was eligible for Medicaid, which allowed her to get the treatment she needed. 
 

Lee was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was between jobs and didn’t know where to turn. Fortunately, she was eligible for Medicaid, and was able to get the treatment she needed.  

Carrie is a registered nurse case manager, and every day, she sees first-hand how vital Medicaid is for her patients. 

Javier has Down Syndrome and other medical needs. Medicaid allows him to get full access to the therapies and doctors’ appointments he needs to stay healthy. 

Jessica’s two sons have autism and significant medical needs. The boys’ Medicaid coverage has allowed them to get the care they need and has set them up for a better future. 

This short film, created by award winning filmmaker Ky Dickens, features community members and health professionals from across Alabama sharing their challenges and triumphs as they strive to take care of themselves, their families, and their communities.

This short film, created by award winning filmmaker Ky Dickens, features community members and health professionals from across Alabama sharing their challenges and triumphs as they strive to take care of themselves, their families, and their communities.

Roxanne is a family nurse practitioner at a health center that serves many medically underserved and uninsured patients. She sees first-hand the difference that an insurance program like Medicaid can make.