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The seemingly never-ending pursuit of health insurance is finally over for a number of aging Americans who were left jobless during the recession.
As The Associated Press reports, the Affordable Care Act, commonly called Obamacare, has made a big impact on those "unwanted by employers, rejected by insurers, struggling to cover rising medical costs and praying to reach Medicare age before a health crisis."
Doctor sitting in office with patient talking and smiling Paul Bradbury, OJO Images, Getty Images
These people in their 50s and early 60s have been signing up in droves to buy health insurance through the state and federal online marketplaces, where they'll find several tiers of plans and learn if they're eligible for a federal tax credit to help them afford the premiums.
Eligibility for the credit is based on income, and many likely will qualify, but you have to buy insurance through a marketplace to get it.
In fact, people ages 55 to 64 make up 31 percent of new Obamacare enrollees. The AP reports that after signing up for insurance, many people make doctors' appointments and fill prescriptions -- something many had avoided because they were uninsured.
"I just cried I was so relieved," said Maureen Grey, a 58-year-old Chicagoan who finally saw a doctor this month after a fall in September left her in constant pain. Laid off twice from full-time jobs in the past five years, she saw her income drop from $60,000 to $17,800 a year. Now doing temp work, she was uninsured for 18 months before she chose a marketplace plan for $68 a month.
Open enrollment on the marketplaces continues through March 31.
According to the Star Tribune, Vice President Joe Biden told customers at a Minneapolis coffee shop Wednesday that health insurance enrollment will likely miss its target. "We may not get to 7 million, we may get to 5 or 6 (million), but that's a hell of a start," Biden said.
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The seemingly never-ending pursuit of health insurance is finally over for a number of aging Americans who were left jobless during the recession.
As The Associated Press reports, the Affordable Care Act, commonly called Obamacare, has made a big impact on those "unwanted by employers, rejected by insurers, struggling to cover rising medical costs and praying to reach Medicare age before a health crisis."
Doctor sitting in office with patient talking and smiling Paul Bradbury, OJO Images, Getty Images
These people in their 50s and early 60s have been signing up in droves to buy health insurance through the state and federal online marketplaces, where they'll find several tiers of plans and learn if they're eligible for a federal tax credit to help them afford the premiums.
Eligibility for the credit is based on income, and many likely will qualify, but you have to buy insurance through a marketplace to get it.
In fact, people ages 55 to 64 make up 31 percent of new Obamacare enrollees. The AP reports that after signing up for insurance, many people make doctors' appointments and fill prescriptions -- something many had avoided because they were uninsured.
"I just cried I was so relieved," said Maureen Grey, a 58-year-old Chicagoan who finally saw a doctor this month after a fall in September left her in constant pain. Laid off twice from full-time jobs in the past five years, she saw her income drop from $60,000 to $17,800 a year. Now doing temp work, she was uninsured for 18 months before she chose a marketplace plan for $68 a month.
Open enrollment on the marketplaces continues through March 31.
According to the Star Tribune, Vice President Joe Biden told customers at a Minneapolis coffee shop Wednesday that health insurance enrollment will likely miss its target. "We may not get to 7 million, we may get to 5 or 6 (million), but that's a hell of a start," Biden said.
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It's as tight a race as ever at the Oscars this year, but even if actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence lose in their respective categories, they can at least console themselves with the prospect of an $80,000 goodie bag.
Distinctive Assets, a Los Angeles-based marketing firm, has been offering "celebrity swag" for 15 years now to non-winners in the Best Actor, Best Actress, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress and Best Director categories, according to a press release. Past recipients include Meryl Streep, Hugh Jackman, Helen Mirren, Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner.
So what exactly goes into this lavish bag of treats?
Wine-infused chocolates from Chicago-based Chocolatines.
10,000 Halo natural pet food meal donations made to the loser's pet charity of choice.
Hydroxycut protein shakes, bars and gummies.
Swiss-made Slow Watches.
Betty Jane candies.
Acure Organics "cutting-edge" skincare products.
Jan Lewis bracelets and silk ties.
Cannonball wine.
A wearable camera by Narrative Clip.
Polar Loop activity tracker.
Bee Free Honee organic apple honey.
Blossom Blends "bespoke" teas.
Mace pepper spray gun.
Fine art from Gizara Arts.
Jitseu Handbags.
The LOADED book series.
Steamist Total Sense home spa system.
Aviv 613 luxury vodka.
Wrag Wrap luxury sustainable gift wrap.
Dosha Pops.
VETVIK "The Covert" leather iPhone case.
HISY Bluetooth camera shutter remote for Apple devices.
Mane 'n Tail haircare products and Conceived by Nature styling products.
The Green Garmento Gargantote and dry cleaning bag.
Le Petit Cirque aerial lessons.
Epic Pet Health electrolyte therapy.
M3K Beauty products for "exceptionally vibrant skin."
DrainWig.
Acupuncture sessions with Heather Lounsbury.
Personal training sessions at Huntley Drive Fitness.
Rouge Maple "best maple syrup you've ever tasted."
Slimware portion-control plates.
Coolway "no damage" Go Pro blow dryer.
Simon's Happy Pet Shampoo.
Wonder Glow Organic Lipgloss from Makeup Studio by Diane Capt.
Knit & Co. cable knit mittens.
Krystal Klear Water whole house water filtration system.
The O-Shot procedure by Dr. Charles Runels.
ARTAS Robotic Hair Transplant System performed by Dr. William Yates.
Max Martin luxury American-made shoes.
Deluxe vacation packages to the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii, Las Vegas, Mexico and Japan.
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Boys
just wondering if you ever won an Oscar or was a loser and received this package of gifts.
sounds a lot like your style stuff
Distinctive Assets, a Los Angeles-based marketing firm, has been offering "celebrity swag" for 15 years now to non-winners in the Best Actor, Best Actress, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress and Best Director categories, according to a press release. Past recipients include Meryl Streep, Hugh Jackman, Helen Mirren, Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner.
So what exactly goes into this lavish bag of treats?
Wine-infused chocolates from Chicago-based Chocolatines.
10,000 Halo natural pet food meal donations made to the loser's pet charity of choice.
Hydroxycut protein shakes, bars and gummies.
Swiss-made Slow Watches.
Betty Jane candies.
Acure Organics "cutting-edge" skincare products.
Jan Lewis bracelets and silk ties.
Cannonball wine.
A wearable camera by Narrative Clip.
Polar Loop activity tracker.
Bee Free Honee organic apple honey.
Blossom Blends "bespoke" teas.
Mace pepper spray gun.
Fine art from Gizara Arts.
Jitseu Handbags.
The LOADED book series.
Steamist Total Sense home spa system.
Aviv 613 luxury vodka.
Wrag Wrap luxury sustainable gift wrap.
Dosha Pops.
VETVIK "The Covert" leather iPhone case.
HISY Bluetooth camera shutter remote for Apple devices.
Mane 'n Tail haircare products and Conceived by Nature styling products.
The Green Garmento Gargantote and dry cleaning bag.
Le Petit Cirque aerial lessons.
Epic Pet Health electrolyte therapy.
M3K Beauty products for "exceptionally vibrant skin."
DrainWig.
Acupuncture sessions with Heather Lounsbury.
Personal training sessions at Huntley Drive Fitness.
Rouge Maple "best maple syrup you've ever tasted."
Slimware portion-control plates.
Coolway "no damage" Go Pro blow dryer.
Simon's Happy Pet Shampoo.
Wonder Glow Organic Lipgloss from Makeup Studio by Diane Capt.
Knit & Co. cable knit mittens.
Krystal Klear Water whole house water filtration system.
The O-Shot procedure by Dr. Charles Runels.
ARTAS Robotic Hair Transplant System performed by Dr. William Yates.
Max Martin luxury American-made shoes.
Deluxe vacation packages to the Canadian Rockies, Hawaii, Las Vegas, Mexico and Japan.
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Boys
just wondering if you ever won an Oscar or was a loser and received this package of gifts.
sounds a lot like your style stuff
In the mid eighties.....
In the mid eighties.....
I met Don Mattingly, the Yankees were my team and my parents took me to see them play the KC Royals. We stayed in the same hotel, it was fantastic. Don was my favorite player back then. Rickey Henderson was on the IR and didn't make the trip down. Dave Winfield was a total prick, really thought he was something. Other players I liked who were nice to me were Rick Cerone and Dave Righetti. Loved that trip, it was fun and I was a kid back then.
kneifl
In the mid eighties.....
I met Don Mattingly, the Yankees were my team and my parents took me to see them play the KC Royals. We stayed in the same hotel, it was fantastic. Don was my favorite player back then. Rickey Henderson was on the IR and didn't make the trip down. Dave Winfield was a total prick, really thought he was something. Other players I liked who were nice to me were Rick Cerone and Dave Righetti. Loved that trip, it was fun and I was a kid back then.
kneifl
