County to Host Educational 'Get Covered' Insurance Event

The Will County Health Department issued this news release:

Since October 1, 2013, individuals, families and small businesses throughout Illinois have been able to sign up for quality health coverage through Get Covered Illinois - the Official Health Marketplace by visiting www.GetCoveredIllinois.gov. Through the Marketplace, Illinois residents can get to the right place to shop and compare all of the health insurance plans offered by the state.

On Saturday, November 2, the Will County Health Department will participate in the "Cover Your Community" Day of Action, a statewide effort to educate Illinois residents about Get Covered Illinois and the health insurance options available to them. The Will County Health Department will host an educational booth covering topics including: what types of coverages are offered, how to get coverage, plan costs and financial help, Medicaid, local resources and more. Specially trained counselors, called Navigators, will be present to assist residents, answer questions in person and to schedule appointments for assistance with completing enrollment applications for health insurance coverage.

What: Educational booth with Insurance-Certified In-Person Counselors from the Will County Health Department

When: Saturday, November 2, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where, Certified Warehouse Grocery Stores

Two Locations: 118 E. Jackson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 and 1225 Richards Street, Joliet, IL 60433

Who: Both locations will have two Insurance-Certified In-Person Counselors available

For more information about health insurance options available through the Affordable Care Act, telephone 815-727-5990.