Reader question:

I take care of my granddaughter, and it’s hard enough to support the both of us while I’m getting on in years. How can I get Florida health insurance for her?

Glenda

Great question.

When you have a grandchild that lives with you in your home in Florida, they are likely to be able to get KidCare Florida health insurance, even if you are not their legal guardian. A lot of times, the parent’s income will come into play to determine the eligibility, but if you are the legal guarding, then it will be your own income.

If you are going to apply for Florida health insurance for your child, then they do have to be living in your home with you, but it is not necessary to reveal for how long. Even if they have only been living with you for a week, you might still be eligible for KidCare child health insurance, so that you don’t have to worry about the little one you’re taking care of being uninsured.