Navigating the System: Medicare, Medicaid & ACA

Overview In this follow-up to the "Loving Me: Mind, Body, Soul" symposium, we move from personal wellness to navigating the institutional healthcare landscape. Our panel breaks down the distinctions between Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), providing you with the clarity needed to make informed decisions for yourself and your family. The Panel Host: Melissa Rivers, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Social Justice Ministry. Leah Keith: Senior Quality and Training Specialist for Adult Medicaid, Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services. April Adams: Certified Independent Health and Life Insurance Broker, specializing in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Nefertari El-Bey: Licensed Independent Agent and Broker specializing in Medicare Advantage and Healthcare Administration. (Web: insuredbynef.com) Important Resources Mecklenburg County Adult Medicaid: 704-432-1111 HealthCare.gov National Helpline: 800-318-2596 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 Disclaimer The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a pastor, physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. The Friendship Missionary Baptist Church name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner, and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service.