Can an Ohio adoption subsidy be reinstated? We're moving back to Ohio?

Question

Medically fragile, high medical bills. Child now 11, moved out of OH 1 yr. ago. Father abandoned us. I have stopped working due to physical disability and can't afford insurance. Wasn't informed as to how the subsidy was closed. Have contacted former caseworker- no response. Also emailed state subsidy office.. What's next?

Answer 1

Since you aren't working, your child should be able to get Medicaid or CHIP (low cost child health insurance plan).  Go to the Medicaid/Public Assistance office asap to apply.  You might even be able to medical for yourself or SSI depending on our disability (however, fyi SSI applications can take a long time).  

Good luck!

Answer 2

not sure about reinstating the adoption subsidy, but your child probably qualifies for SSDI. contact the county department of social security for the county that you are moving to.  

-cuyahoga: cleveland, parma, shaker heights, euclid...

-summit: akron, canton...

-lake: willoughby, willowick...

off hand i only can think of the NE counties... but you should be able to find the county that you're moving to.

good luck.