WOW 🚨 New programs have Medicaid paying out money for people’s rent - California is pursuing a Medicaid program with plans to start rent payments in 2025 - States like Arizona and Oregon began implementing pilot programs to provide up to six months of rent for specific Medicaid beneficiaries - Programs may cover one-time expenses (e.g., security deposits, moving costs) or short-term rent (up to six months) - States like New Jersey, Arkansas, Massachusetts, New York, and others have either implemented or are seeking similar waivers to use Medicaid funds for housing-related services, such as move-in costs or rent People on Medicaid will have to call to see if they qualify, THIS IS INSANE
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