Consumers for Affordable Health Care

Consumers for Affordable Health Care Since 1988, Consumers for Affordable Health Care has worked to protect Mainers' health care rights.

We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan research and advocacy organization committed to helping all Maine people obtain quality, affordable health care coverage.

If you're ready to compare plans on Maine's Marketplace, working with an expert can save you time, stress, and money. Wh...
06/03/2026

If you're ready to compare plans on Maine's Marketplace, working with an expert can save you time, stress, and money.

When you call our free HelpLine at 1-800-965-7476, you can set up a time to speak with a local expert, get help comparing plans, enrollment assistance, and answers to your questions.

Finding a plan that fits your needs is easier when you feel heard, supported, and informed. We're here to help!

If your allergies started earlier this spring and feel more intense or severe than they used to, you're not alone!Climat...
06/02/2026

If your allergies started earlier this spring and feel more intense or severe than they used to, you're not alone!

Climate change doesn't just mean warmer temperatures and unpredictable weather, it means a longer growing season for pollen-producing plants. For Mainers dealing with spring and fall allergies, this means both allergy seasons will last longer - and so will their allergy symptoms!

An earlier spring means plants have more time to grow and release their pollen, leading to symptoms like runny nose and itchy eyes for those with pollen allergies. It's not good news for Mainers with allergies, and it's just one more way climate change is impacting health.

Need to see a doctor about your allergies but don't have health coverage? Learning your health coverage options is a good place to start. Call 1-800-965-7476 to chat with a local expert for free. You can find out whether you're eligible for MaineCare, or may be able to enroll in Marketplace health coverage with a Special Enrollment Period.

CoverME.gov has a created a new Resource Library with information and materials to help people make sense of complicated...
06/01/2026

CoverME.gov has a created a new Resource Library with information and materials to help people make sense of complicated health insurance terms and topics. Check out the page here: https://www.coverme.gov/resource-library

Did you know that not all “health plans” are real health insurance? While some plans may use the word “health” in their ...
05/29/2026

Did you know that not all “health plans” are real health insurance? While some plans may use the word “health” in their name and seem to have a lower price tag, they often cost much more in the long run.

Unregulated plans often don’t cover the basic services, medicines, and costs that regulated health insurance plans are required to (Essential Health Benefits).

Unregulated plans often fall short when people need coverage the most! For example, someone may purchase an unregulated plan and then find out that it doesn’t cover the prescription medicines or maternity care they need.

Wondering if the "health plan" you're considering is real health insurance? Our experts can help you spot the warning signs and make sure you understand all your health coverage options.

We're not selling anything, we're just here to help! Call our free HelpLine at 1-800-965-7476 to get started.

Have questions about Medicare Savings Program (MSP)? We can help! Call our free HelpLine to get answers and up-to-date i...
05/28/2026

Have questions about Medicare Savings Program (MSP)? We can help!

Call our free HelpLine to get answers and up-to-date information from a local expert.

Call 1-800-965-7476 to get started!

In a recent poll, 64% (about two thirds) of Americans said they're worried about affording fuel. The same percentage (64...
05/27/2026

In a recent poll, 64% (about two thirds) of Americans said they're worried about affording fuel. The same percentage (64%) said they're worried about affording health care. Are these two at the top of your list too?

When you call our free HelpLine at 1-800-965-7476, you can chat with a local expert, learn your health coverage options, and get answers to your questions from the comfort of home. We're not selling anything, we're just here to help.

The Maine CDC Oral Health Program has recently updated their State Dental Directory and launched a new Maine CDC Oral He...
05/26/2026

The Maine CDC Oral Health Program has recently updated their State Dental Directory and launched a new Maine CDC Oral Health Webpage. The directory and website will help Maine families, providers, and communities easily access information, support, and resources. Some of the updates include simpler navigation, refreshed content, and helpful tools. These new resources are designed to help Mainers access the oral health services they need. https://tinyurl.com/mainedental

Eligible families in Maine will be automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) to help them get nutritious food dur...
05/25/2026

Eligible families in Maine will be automatically enrolled in SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) to help them get nutritious food during summer vacation.

Families will be notified of their automatic enrollment by June 15th. For families who want to apply, children must:

-be enrolled in a National School Lunch Program participating school
-be individually eligible for federally funded free or reduced-price meals
-not receive SUN Bucks from another state, territory, or indigenous tribal organization.

Click here for more information: https://tinyurl.com/sunbucksmaine

E-messages help MaineCare members stay updated on relevant information like changes, reminders, and more!MaineCare membe...
05/22/2026

E-messages help MaineCare members stay updated on relevant information like changes, reminders, and more!

MaineCare members can sign up for e-messages at MaineCare.gov.

Members can get all the latest MaineCare news and updates on social media by following Office of MaineCare Services

Rural? No problem.All Mainers deserve access to information about health care and coverage, no matter what their zip cod...
05/21/2026

Rural? No problem.

All Mainers deserve access to information about health care and coverage, no matter what their zip code is!

Whether you live in the mountains, the woods, on an island, or in farm country, you can get the answers, help, and resources you need by calling our free HelpLine at 1-800-965-7476.

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