My passion lies with my family. I love my community. I love volunteering at my children’s school, and I love to cook.
Me and my family have not always had insurance. Growing up in Puerto Rico, once I became an adult, we had our own insurance through my employer—but not always.
When I am fully covered and I don’t have to worry about money going toward co-pays, it takes a weight off my shoulders. But when I’m worried about how I’m going to pay for my medication or for food, I have to choose food for my family over paying for medication.
I don’t have to choose between what’s important and what’s necessary. I can have both and not have to stress.
Being a single parent, knowing that when I take my children to the doctor they have Medicaid—it feels almost like financial freedom, so to speak. I don’t have to choose between what’s important and what’s necessary. I can have both and not have to stress. When I’m not worried about medical bills, it’s just a sense of relief. I’m able to allocate those funds toward something else—like if my son wants to go to soccer or gymnastics. I’m able to afford that, versus having to tell him no.
Having a navigator help me with my insurance options was very beneficial and helpful. It really did bring insight that someone is actually listening to what I have to say, and that I’m not just another name on a screen. Having adequate coverage releases that stress. Worrying about money causes stress, and if I’m stressed, then I need to go to the doctor for something else. Not having that stress—it’s just a relief. Just this sense of relief. I would say, if you are eligible and you haven’t applied, I would recommend that you do. Because there are some cost-saving alternatives out there that can be very beneficial for you and your family.
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Single parent
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