By skyforbes I know that people are really starting to take a hit in their wallets with the way the economy is going. I wanted to bring some attention to something that may be able to help people paying their rent or utilities. Here in Florida we have some expanded benefits in our Medicaid program that can provide housing assistance. For example, Humana Healthy Horizons will pay up to $500 per enrolled household member over 18 on past due rent or utilities. They also offer a credit to purchase OTC medications and hygiene products in the amount of $50 per enrollee a month. You have to use their pharmacy and they have their own order sheet, but you can call in orders. An order must be received by the 20th of the month. You can buy toothbrushes, vitamins, incontinence supplies, etc. They have stuff for kids too. Please take advantage of every program you have access too. A lot of people don't even realize these programs are available so they are really underutilized. I'd say most other state's programs offer similar so just log in and look for "expanded benefits." If you have questions just reach out to your insurance company. In today's world it is going to take everything you can get to survive. Don't let free money pass you by.