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The Ponte Vedra (Fla.) Recorder

their take: Floridians with disabilities must choose: Medicaid or job

For many Floridians with disabilities, the choice between competitive work and Medicaid assistance is all too real. While many of these citizens have a desire to work and contribute to the economic vitality of their communities, Florida law strongly discourages against this. To qualify for Medicaid assistance, individuals must not exceed a low-income and asset level. There are exceptions for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients; however, current policy limits their opportunities to work.

Filed Under: employment, healthcare, Social Security

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