I’m collecting unemployment how do I apply for mass health

A) Being on unemployment doesn’t directly affect your eligibility for MassHealth, but it can be helpful to know your unemployment income when calculating your MassHealth eligibility. Here’s how you can apply for MassHealth while collecting unemployment:

Eligibility:

• Residency: You must be a resident of Massachusetts.
• Income: Your family income needs to fall within certain limits based on your family size. You can find income eligibility charts on the MassHealth website: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/program-financial-guidelines-for-certain-masshealth-applicants-and-members. You can also estimate your eligibility online using the “Check Your Eligibility” tool: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-masshealth-the-health-safety-net-or-the-childrens-medical-security-plan.
• Other factors: Citizenship, immigration status, and disability status may also be considered for eligibility.

Applying:

• Online: The fastest and easiest way to apply is online: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-masshealth-the-health-safety-net-or-the-childrens-medical-security-plan.
• By phone: You can call the MassHealth Customer Service Center at (800) 841-4190.
• In person: You can visit your local Family Independence Office (FIO) or Community Health Center.

Documents you may need:

• Proof of identity (such as a driver’s license or passport)
• Proof of residency (such as a utility bill or lease agreement)
• Proof of income (such as pay stubs or W-2 forms) for the past 3 months, including your unemployment income
• Social Security numbers for everyone in your household
• Immigration documents, if applicable

Additional Resources:

• MassHealth website: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-masshealth-the-health-safety-net-or-the-childrens-medical-security-plan
• MassHealth Customer Service Center: (800) 841-4190
• Family Independence Office (FIO) locator: https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-children-families
• Community Health Center locator: https://www.mass.gov/community-health-workers

Tips:

• Be sure to report all your income, including unemployment benefits, on your application.
• You can apply for MassHealth at any time, even if you’re already receiving unemployment benefits.
• Apply with your household members if you’re all eligible. This can help you qualify for a larger subsidy.
• If you need help applying, you can get free assistance from a Community Navigator or other community-based organization.

I hope this information helps!