I'm a 28yo ft student that hasn't made a dime since Jan. I'm taking to way many credit hours to work. I got a little fin. aid and had to take out a student loan. I haven't even gotten the check yet, so I'm dead broke and in debt. It's not such a big deal, I've been broke before, I can do it again. The problem is, I need health and dental insurance. Every independent plan including student plans cost atleast $100 a month, I can't afford that. I've been told I would qualify for medicaid and it's free. But I know they will ask about who I live with and how much he makes. My boyfriend makes good money, but he doesn't support me. I haven't been paying rent but once I get that check he wants me to pay atleast a little. So, what do I say on the forms? If I say I do pay rent, will he have to mention that when he files his taxes? If I say I don't pay, will they he supports me and want to include his income? I truly am broke, can't work, am not being supported and need insurance. what do I say?
2007-05-24 15:50:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Insurance
I didn't ask for sarcasm elo pudpuller
2007-05-24 15:57:43 · update #1
I'm not asking this to come up with a lie. I've paid my own bills with savings that have now run out. I had to borrow money from my brother to pay the upcoming bills but I have to pay it back. In the end my boyfriend will be paid back for everything he has let slide. So, I'm not being supported. What I want to know is how to properly fill out the form! It's a yes or no question, but I have a half and half answer. I'm not asking for a lie or any crap. I want to know what I'm supposed to put!
2007-05-24 16:19:12 · update #2
Just fill out the forms as if you're living by yourself.
Leave your boyfriend off the forms. Since you and your bf aren't married, you're considered two seperate households. Even though you both live together and especially, if he doesn't support you.
And he doesn't have to worry about the tax issue. You're helping pay the rent, not supplimenting his income. You can say you pay a small portion of the rent or not.
If you're really unsure, just call the SRS/Medicaid office and ask.
About 10 years ago, I was in a similar situation. My case worker suggested to fill it out this way, as I was the one taking care of myself and my son. Even though I was still living with my parents.
2007-05-24 16:19:44 · answer #1 · answered by Celeste 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a grey area... Ask your caseworker exactly what to do, but what I would do is mention his income - since he does live in the house with you, but make note that he doesn't pay your bills at all. (if you can back it up with paperwork - like reciepts, tax returns, etc all the better) Otherwise, if you don't mention that he lives under the same roof that you do, and the state finds out, not only will they cut you off immediately, they might make you pay it back, and that's a big risk to take.
2007-05-25 03:19:36 · answer #2 · answered by zippythejessi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You haven't made a dime all year. You live with your boyfriend without paying rent but he doesn't support you? Isn't providing a home part of support?
Tell the truth on the forms - you'll keep out of trouble that way.
2007-05-24 16:01:17 · answer #3 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
They count household income. If you're not going to lie, then you have to report him as being in the household, and his approximate income. It has nothing to do with whether or not he's supporting you (heck, if he was SUPPORTING you, he'd marry you.)
I didn't think medicaid did dental?
Medicaid doesn't cross check with the IRS, if that's what you're asking.
2007-05-24 16:38:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Unless you are disabled or pregnant you can not get medicaide.It is not allowed.And why would you keep a man around if he is unable to assist you financially.You can be miserable and broke by yourself.Also if you do not list him as an occupant of your household to obtain services like food stamps, you will be committing fraud and that can be very serious
2007-05-26 01:06:57 · answer #5 · answered by Elizabeth 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He's a roommate...not your husband. a boyfriend does not caount and I don't think he would have to report you paying some rent as income. Really, do roommates have to do that now? I could be wrong.
2007-05-24 15:59:31 · answer #6 · answered by me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've got a brilliant suggestion, Tell them the truth just like you said in your question. If you qualify, Great, If you don't, you won't go to jail for lying on a government aid application..................Nuf Said
2007-05-24 15:55:27 · answer #7 · answered by Elo Fudpucker 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
say hes a roomie
2007-05-24 15:54:40 · answer #8 · answered by Gary H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋