Family structure can be influenced by cultural, financial, and situational factors. And multi-generational households, kinship care, same-sex parents, single parents, and siblings living together are just some of the many diverse family structures in which children who are eligible for Medicaid and CHIP live and thrive. In this webinar, experts discussed strategies to help identify eligible children and families in diverse family structures and connect them to health coverage.

The prevalence of dental disease and tooth loss is disproportionately higher among people with lower income levels, largely due to inadequate access to care. Additionally, more than 6 million school hours are lost each year due to dental issues. All children enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP are covered for dental services—including check-ups, x-rays, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, fillings, and more, but many parents are unaware of these benefits or how to connect with dentists who accept Medicaid and CHIP.

The Connecting Kids to Coverage National Campaign's resources have been incorporated in to Medicaid and Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) outreach and enrollment efforts nationwide since 2009. Covering a wide variety of topic areas such as Back-to-School, oral health, year-round enrollment, and teen outreach, this webinar provided an overview Campaign materials than can be used in creative ways to inform and engage families.

Back-to-School season is a crucial time to engage families in conversations about getting their children health care coverage. And school staff and organizations who work with students are uniquely positioned to identify children who are in need of health care coverage and provide them with the tools to help them enroll. This webinar explores how organizations can engage schools and other education-focused groups to enroll children in Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

City leaders play an integral part in improving the health and wellbeing of children and families in their communities. Many municipalities are finding that collaborations with local outreach organizations are getting more eligible children enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This webinar highlights best practices from organizations that have worked with city governments to increase enrollment.

Although teens are among the healthiest populations in the U.S., they are less likely to be enrolled in health care coverage when compared to their younger counterparts. Without coverage, many teens often do not have access to vital health services that fit their specific needs—especially while they are experiencing a period of physical and mental growth such as puberty and mental health challenges. Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide eligible teens up to age 19 with a foundation for improved health outcomes now and for their future.

The Back-to-School season is a key time to engage with parents about getting their eligible children enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Children who have health insurance miss fewer classes and perform better in school than those who are uninsured. This webinar explores ways organizations can work with schools and other education-focused groups to reach eligible families and enroll children in Medicaid and CHIP.

Families living in rural communities are disproportionately uninsured compared to those from urban and suburban areas across the country. They can face many barriers to ensuring proper health coverage, including language disparities, low literacy rates, and limited access to enrollment assistance in programs such as Medicaid and CHIP. Watch this webinar to take a closer look at the barriers to health care in rural America and learn from partners and community-based organizations specializing in helping eligible families enroll in Medicaid and CHIP in these communities.

Parents who have at least one Medicaid or CHIP-enrolled child can be excellent parent mentors by assisting other parents with the health coverage application and renewal process. They can also provide guidance on identifying medical and dental homes and community pharmacies for children, provide assistance and referrals to successfully address social determinants of children’s health, and act as a liaison between the families and the state.