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New Information for Foster Parents

Good news for foster parents! A change in this year's legislative session wi...

Help Others Get Access to Health Care

This page contains information for people interested in becoming a SHIBA Hel...

Mammograms and Pap Tests More Available to State's Low-Income Women

The Washington State Department of Health has announced that as many as 4,000...

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Basic Health is a state-sponsored program providing low-cost health care coverage through private health plans.

Basic Health is for Washington State residents who are:

  • Within Basic Health's income guidelines;
  • Not be eligible for free or purchased Medicare;
  • Not institutionalized at the time of enrollment; and
  • Not attending school full-time in the United States on a student visa.

There is Space Available in Basic Health!

If you'd like to apply online, click on "Apply" in the left-hand column. Or you can click "Forms" in the left-hand column to download an application packet. Remember to include all documentation requested so Basic Health can determine your eligibility and get you enrolled as soon as possible!