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Many workers aren't aware of the laws that protect their health benefits. This Department of Labor Employee Benefits Security Administration video provides information for workers about their health care rights. The video also has links to additional information to help workers take full advantage of their employer-sponsored benefits.


Agency: Department of Labor


Federal and state governments join together to offer health insurance coverage for children through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). These programs serve families who are not able to afford health insurance coverage in the private market or do not have coverage available to them. Every state’s program is unique and has individual income eligibility rules and benefits covered.  This website is designed to connect individuals to their state's programs and resources. 

Audience: 
parents,

Agency: Department of Health and Human Services


The Child Care Bureau at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services supports low-income working families through financial assistance for child care and promotes children's learning by improving the quality of early care and education and afterschool programs. This site provides a variety of resources for parents. 

Audience: 
parents, low-income,

Agency: Department of Health and Human Services


Knowing your benefit options means knowing the basics about health care law so that you can protect yourself and your dependents. And it means finding out now about some common sense steps you can take to make sure you have the level of health care coverage you need at every stage of your life.

Audience: 
Workers, women

Agency: Department of Labor


Instructions on how to get a Social Security number for your child and information on how to apply for disability and other benefits for your child.


Agency: Social Security Administration


At Midlife: Multi-Tasking In Your 30s, 40s or 50s Managing for today and saving for tomorrow, including a child's college expenses and your retirement.


Agency: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation