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RhodyViaWIClamDigger t1_j8vs7gd wrote

Reply to comment by radioflea in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

I believe there are attorneys wholly qualified to assist. They get it right the first time and succeed 99% on first time. Before you object based on cost, take a pulse on the wait times and rejections on try one in RI. Attorney only takes a modest % of your Medicaid reward. Worth it.

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Dismal_Exchange1799 OP t1_j8v4cds wrote

Reply to comment by radioflea in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

Yess to all of the above. I will be bringing someone with me when I move who can work some of the care hours I receive— not all since I need 24 hours. So that’s a huge plus. This person helped me fill out my app in PA. Providence is where I’d want to be so I’m hoping finding care there would be easier than in a smaller city.

It’s really great to chat with someone who knows the system. I’ve learned the PA system in and out so it’s a challenge learning a new one.

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radioflea t1_j8v3y8v wrote

Reply to comment by Dismal_Exchange1799 in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

I am knowledgeable on all three programs, but the best advice I have to any LTSS applicants is to make sure that you have assistance when filling out your application because it is quite lengthy.

One of the three programs has a state wide registry, and I believe the others are looking into also building a registry.

Some states do self direction care better than others because they’ve been doing it for a longer period of time.

If you are looking to move to Rhode Island, and would be seeking independent care, I would also suggest moving to one of the more populated cities because you will have a better opportunity of aligning with a caregiver.

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radioflea t1_j8v3fh4 wrote

Reply to comment by bosmacks in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

The back log is due to the turnover when McKee took office and the low wages at DHS.

The best tip I can give LTSS applicants is to make sure you have someone competent assisting with the application process as the initial application is lengthy.

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Dismal_Exchange1799 OP t1_j8v33dr wrote

Reply to comment by radioflea in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

Thank you! I did see those on the site I just wasn’t sure if anyone had any personal experience. It’s good to hear them come up. I’m concerned with people saying there’s a huge wait time. In PA I was able to get on right away. From my understanding, my states have medically needy programs, but people saying RI is a mess in this sense has me a tad concerned.

I will definitely call to get more info.

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radioflea t1_j8v2sww wrote

Reply to Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

For anyone wondering we have three self direction programs in the state of Rhode Island.

  • Shared Provider Living
  • Personal Choice
  • Independent Provider

Each provide HCBS and slightly different guidelines.

You can learn about each of these programs via DHS and EOHHS.

#TheMoreYouKnow 🌈✨

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AhChingados t1_j8v1747 wrote

Reply to comment by SqueakieDeekie in Experiences on medicaid? by Dismal_Exchange1799

Seconding this post. The medical care and services I saw in MA pale in comparison to RI. Housing might be an issue in MA, since it is significantly more expensive. However, the Human Services office is actually funded and if you move first (and have people to give you housing) you may not have to wait too long. There is also the independent living center, they are amazing.

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compflow54 t1_j8uyq8n wrote

Reply to Best Salon/Barber stylist for men’s long curly hair? by Nathiano

Why not try Fantastic Sam’s on Killingly in Johnston? It’s a franchise it seems, but really feels like a local spot. I’ve been going there for over 25 years and my whole family has been through there. My parents actually still go there, and my sister goes from time to time. I go back there when I need a cut and I’m visiting my parents, and they cut all styles. I always like my cut from there. Worth a shot. Terri is the one that has cut my hair that whole time. I even took my fiancée there and she said she liked the cut she got, and I’ve seen her pay $150 for just a cut various times. She was with me and did it on a whim, but it worked out.

For ~$20, you can get a good men’s cut.

https://www.fantasticsams.com/about/regions/providence-ri-new-bedford-ma/fantastic-sams-johnston-ri

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bloodl3tting t1_j8uyim7 wrote

Reply to Was Butler Hospital helpful for you? by [deleted]

I spent a lot of time in the adolescent unit as a teenager, (over 30+ stays) and twice when I turned 18 in the adult unit. I can’t say enough about this place honestly. From the doctors, to the staff. They are hardworking people who want nothing more to help people- especially the ones that want to help themselves. The relationships I had with the staff in the adolescent unit especially, I will always, always remember.

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