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"Hayes=Health" APS Medicaid & Hayes MS Health Fair

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APS Medicaid Enrollment and Hayes MS present a health fair for the whole community which features on-site Medicaid/SNAP enrollment, COVID & 7th grader required vaccines, free tablets for those already on Medicaid, snacks/drinks and door prizes! This event is free and open to the public. No registration required.

Do you need support for you or your APS student? Need to see if you qualify for reduced-cost or free healthcare, food stamps, or need extra support?

This free community event will be held on Tuesday, April 25 from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Hayes Middle School, which is located at 1100 Texas St NE. This fair features support for those in need, including on-site Medicaid & SNAP enrollment, health education, prizes, free snacks and more!

This event will also include free COVID vaccines and take-home kits, as well as required shots for 7th graders (bring shot records if applicable). Free tablets available to those already on Medicaid (one per household; the activation fee is now waived for APS health fair attendees!) APS Medicaid and our local health partners are excited to host this very special health fair and community event! Resources for Be Well NM (federal insurance marketplace) and other support services as well. So stop on by and check it out!

Event Details

• A variety of healthcare supports, including on-site Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps), LIHEAP (energy assistance) and TANF (cash assistance) enrollment (bilingual staff available).
• BeWellNM Representatives providing information on financial assistance and education for affordable health insurance options.
• Free tablets on-site to those who are already on Medicaid (one per household; $11 activation fee is now waived at APS Medicaid events only!)
• COVID & Flu Shots/Vaccines (see below for more info)
• Information about Medicare and other supports
• Health resources and information
• Prize giveaways from vendors
• "Grab and go" snacks and refreshments!
• and so much more!

COVID & Flu Shot Clinic Information:

Department of Health will be participating in this event administering COVID-19 tests and giving out at-home tests, plus required 7th grader immunizations.

No insurance or ID required, No need to register.

Who Will Attend to Answer Questions and Provide Support?

• Blue Cross Blue Shield, Presbyterian, and Western Sky Community Care
• Local healthcare providers and organizations
• Medicaid specialists will be available to help those with questions regarding Medicare options.

What to Bring for On-Site Medicaid Enrollment

To expedite on-site Medicaid enrollment please bring:

• Proof of citizenship
• Immigration status or tribal enrollment
• A photo ID
• Proof of residency
• Proof of all household income, including benefits (for past month)
• Current insurance information and/or recent unpaid medical bills
• If enrolling in LiHeap (energy assistance) we may need a copy of your most recent gas/utility bill

Non-citizens may be eligible as well. For recertification, only new proof of income along with a picture ID is required. We may not need all of the above documents to enroll, but we highly encourage clients to bring them as their case may be expedited if all documents are provided at time of enrollment.

“Because health-related issues can be barriers to learning, APS is working on ways for students and families to be healthier,” said Brian Bolding, Medicaid enrollment coordinator in the APS Student, Family, and Community Supports Division. “We at APS believe that a healthier student is a more successful student.”

For More Information, Contact

• For assistance in English: Brian Bolding, (505) 855-5261
• For assistance in Spanish: Cristina Almanza (505) 855-9820

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