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Is it Worth it? Medicare Savings Program Questions Answered
Wondering if the Medicare Savings Program is worth applying for? What is the Medicare Savings Program? The Medicare Savings Program is a benefit that helps pay for some out-of-pocket costs such as Medicare premiums, deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, and prescription drug costs for qualifying individuals. The Medicare Savings Program does not impact your Medicare Advantage Plans…
Read MoreRecognizing Mental Health
Health doesn’t stop at physical health. Recognizing Mental Health is an incredibly important part of overall health at every stage of life, from childhood through adulthood. Our mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Being aware of your mental…
Read MoreDon’t Miss Out because of the Vaccine
The ease or freedom to travel, work, socialize and engage in leisure activities may be determined by one’s COVID vaccination status. COVID-19 vaccines are crucial to building immunity against the virus. Getting a COVID-19 vaccination is safer in building protection than getting sick with the virus. Getting sick with COVID-19 can have serious consequences. Still,…
Read MoreFinding Help You Need: How Thrive Hub Redefines Social Care in South Carolina
Working in the social care sector presents unique challenges for organizations across South Carolina. We are tasked with addressing social determinants of health that affect an incredibly diverse population. We often meet people during their most stressful moments. Since the start of the pandemic, people-serving organizations have leveraged technology to adapt and evolve to serve…
Read MoreBooster Shots: Keeping You Protected Through the Pandemic
COVID-19 booster shots are an additional dose of a vaccine after the protection provided by the original shot(s) has begun to lessen over time. The booster helps people maintain strong protection from severe coronavirus disease. According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, after being vaccinated against COVID-19, protection against the virus…
Read MoreGet Ready for SC Thrive’s Annual Training 2022 in Greenville
Get ready for SC Thrive’s Annual Training! Every year we strive to make this training impactful, fun, and engaging. This year the theme is Better, Brighter, Balanced. Better, Brighter, Balanced embodies what we strive toward every day. Better solutions to address challenges. Brighter mindsets that look to the future with positivity. Balanced leaders who can…
Read MoreYour 2021 Tax Return: Tax Credits
Do you know what to expect when you claim different tax credits on your 2021 tax return? Individuals and families benefit from the financial boost tax credits offer to lower their tax bills or increase their refund amount. SC Thrive is excited to provide a free tax filing opportunity to qualifying South Carolinians through Thrive…
Read MoreSNAP Emergency Allotments Continue Helping Families Through the Pandemic
SNAP Emergency allotments continue helping eligible households in South Carolina maximize their SNAP benefits throughout the pandemic. Here are answers to some questions you may have about this special federal program. What are the SNAP Emergency Allotments? SNAP Emergency Allotments are designed to bring SNAP households up to their maximum payment allowed based on their…
Read MoreQuestioning the COVID-19 Vaccine? Here’s What We Know Two Years into the Pandemic.
The present impact that COVID-19 has on healthcare is challenging. These challenges have affected the workload on doctors and other healthcare professionals, the diagnosis and treatment of positive cases and the treatment of patients with other problems and underlying conditions. Are you questioning the COVID-19 vaccine? Here’s what we’ve learned since 2020. Underlying Conditions An…
Read MoreHow to Access Free Tax Filing in Thrive Hub
Online tax filing will be a safe and secure option to submit your return this year. SC Thrive is excited to offer eligible South Carolina residents free tax filing services. This will give you the chance to use Thrive Hub, South Carolina’s one-stop shop for quality-of-life resources. Through Thrive Hub, you can avoid expensive tax…
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