Health care

Rhode Island Medicaid: Health Source RI

About this resource

Medicaid is basic health insurance that is available to foster youth or former foster youth who are eligible. HealthSource RI provides the tools, resources and information you need to stay informed and healthy. Go to their website to apply for health care benefits.

Eligibility

  • The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires states to provide young adults under 26 with free health care if they were in foster care at age 18 or older. This ensures that former foster youth can access the health care services they need – just like non-foster youth who can stay on their parents’ insurance plans until 26.

Hours

8:30 AM to 3:30 PM