“My name is Teresa. I live in Athens Ohio.
I work 30 hours per week and earn $9 per hour. I could move to a larger city like Columbus and earn around $15 for the same type of work- but I love working and serving my community.
My job as a certified peer support counselor allows me to work with adults and families in my community who are in recovery or affected by substance use. I can provide them with help and support through my own recovery experiences. A job like mine is critical to my community but it does not offer health insurance. I was able to enroll in Medicaid because of the expansion.
In 2016, when I became unable to walk, the doctor said I needed to have a hip replacement. Because of my Medicaid health coverage, I was able to have the surgery and return to work. I literally would not be able to walk if I did not have Medicaid!
Medicaid sustains the lives of so many people in Ohio. It helps me stay healthy and stay in the workforce.”
For more information about Teresa’s story contact UHCAN Ohio:
Steve Wagner
Charlotte Rudolph
Office: 614-505-9460
