Provides assistance with prescriptions for Manatee County residents to reduce the incidence of major medical care or hospitalization.
Who is Eligible:
- Residents ages 18 and over with incomes less than 100% of the Federal Poverty Level.
- Residents ages 60 and over with incomes less than 125% of the Federal Poverty Level.
- Applicant must be completely uninsured and provide the following documentation to determine eligibility:
- 2 Proofs of County Residency (something recent and official that has the applicant’s name and address on it)
- Income: Last 3 months of income for eligible household members (spouse and minors.) For wages, pay stubs are utilized; for Social Security income, an award letter for the current year must be presented. (If applicant does not have an income source, we require a letter of support showing how much a month it costs to assist the applicant with basic needs.)
- Last 3 months of bank statements
- Value of any assets (other than one home and one vehicle.) The asset value must meet the same poverty levels as listed above.
- Service: Allows for applicants deemed eligible to have prescriptions filled at participating pharmacies for 6 months. Prescriptions must be from a Manatee County physician.
Note: This is a program of last resort. Any other available prescription assistance shall be utilized and exhausted prior to an eligible recipient receiving assistance. Residents are eligible for six months.
For an appointment, please call (941) 749-3030