Medicaid is a health insurance program designed to cover families and individuals who live on a low monthly income. Managed by the states and funded by the federal government, Medicaid insurance gives additional support for parents with low income, children, seniors, and people with disabilities.

Established on July 30, 1965 through the the Social Security Act, Medicaid covers dental services, tuberculosis, sickle cell disease, and likewise includes special services for breast cancer. Medicaid also has a program that covers mental health services. In fact, Medicaid is the sole largest spender for mental health services in the United States – providing services and support for 58 million adults and children.

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