All immigrants have a right to medical treatment in New York, and many low-income immigrants can enroll in some forms of public health insurance coverage, regardless of their immigration status. This training covers immigrants' right to health care and sources of affordable care, provides an overview of immigrant eligibility for public health insurance programs in New York State, and addresses immigrant family concerns such as public charge, sponsor liability, sponsoring of family members, and repayment of benefits. The session is appropriate for health providers, immigrant advocates, facilitated enrollers, case managers, social workers, and immigration attorneys. Given the latest debates and interest in health care reform and universal coverage, this training gives good grounding on immigrants' current eligibility for public insurance and financial assistance, and opportunities for affordable care within today's health care context. The training will be conducted by Jenny Rejeske of the NYIC staff.

Attendance at trainings is limited to staff of NYIC member agencies and the staff of government agencies, BIA-recognized agencies, and 501(c) nonprofit organizations that provide legal services under the direct supervision of an immigration attorney.

A fee will be charged for this training. In case of economic hardship, fee waiver or reduction may be available upon request.

Please download the attached registration form and fax or email to Jonathan Vidal at 212-627-9314. Space is limited 40 people. Registration and payment in advance are required!