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Parents and caretakers
Find eligibility requirements for Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) for parents and caretakers.
Apply for or renew Apple Health coverage.
Program requirements
You may be eligible for Apple Health for parents and caretakers coverage if you:
- Have dependent children under the age of 18 living in your home.
- Have annual household income at or below the income standard (see income chart below).
- Are a U.S. citizen or meet Medicaid immigration requirements.
- Are age 19 through 64.
What is the most I can make per month to qualify?
| Program | Single person |
2-person household | 3-person household | 4-person household | 5-person household | 6-person household | 7-person household |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Health for Parents/Caretakers (adults with dependent children under age 18) |
$511 monthly |
$658 monthly |
$820 monthly |
$972 monthly |
$1,127 monthly |
$1,284 monthly |
$1,471 monthly |
Looking for coverage only for your children? Visit Eligibility for Apple Health for Kids.
Health Care Extension program
If you have been enrolled in Apple Health for Parents and Caretakers for at least three out of the last six months and are now over the income limit, you may qualify for up to 12 months of extended coverage through the Health Care Extension program.
When you update your income in Washington Healthplanfinder, you will automatically be transitioned to this program if you’re eligible—no separate application is needed.
How to apply for Apple Health coverage
You have many options to apply for Apple Health coverage. Visit our Apply for or renew coverage webpage to learn more.
When you’re ready to apply, you’ll need:
- Your household monthly income.
- The Social Security numbers and dates of birth for each member of your household.
- Your immigration information, if that applies to you.
Not eligible? You may still qualify for other services.
If you’re not eligible for Apple Health, you may qualify for help with your health insurance or for other health services. Visit Washington Healthplanfinder or use the WAPlanfinder app to learn if you qualify.
Enrollment next steps
If you’re accepted, you'll receive a ProviderOne services card in about two weeks. Coverage will begin on the first day of the month in which the application was submitted. You'll have the option to select a managed care plan online or you'll be auto-enrolled into a plan. Learn more about enrollment next steps.
WIC Nutrition Program
The WIC Nutrition Program provides access to no-cost healthy food, health screenings, nutrition education, breast and chest feeding support and more, to people who are pregnant or recently pregnant, infants, and children under age five through an easy-to-use WIC card. See if you're eligible for WIC and learn how to apply. You can also find a WIC clinic online or call 1-800-322-2588.