Affordable Care Act 101 Conference Call

Aug 23, 2011

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT 101 – Sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Faith Based and Neighborhood Partnerships.

Choose the following dates for an Interactive Conference Call Discussing the Benefits and Provisions of the Affordable Care Act:

 • Tuesday, August 23, at 8 pm ET

• Wednesday, August 31, at 12:30 pm ET

• Wednesday, September 14, at 12:30 pm ET

The Affordable Care Act expands access to care, ends abuses of insurers, and makes health care more affordable. The law helps those with pre-existing health conditions, people who are under age 26 and without health insurance, the most vulnerable in our society and those who are currently insured. To learn more about the health care law and how to access health care benefits in your community, RSVP to attend HHS’ Affordable Care Act 101 Conference Call. Power Point slides can be found by clicking here.

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Recent Child Care Updates

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