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Alabama Genealogy Resources

I’ve heard it said that many people never leave the state that they were born in. If this describes your ancestors, then it can be helpful to find genealogy resources that are specific to that state. Here are a bunch of genealogy resources for the state of Alabama. AlGenWeb is an outgrowth of a project called the Kentucky Comprehensive Genealogy Database Project. AlGenWeb provides a single entry point for all counties in Alabama where all the databases are cross-linked, indexed, and maintained by a coordinator. This is an excellent place to start your genealogy research about ancestors who come from … Continue reading →

Alabama Has a Plan First Program

Every state has a Medicaid program. A portion of that program is designed to cover the health care needs of low-income women who are pregnant or are seeking family planning services. In Alabama, it is called Plan First. Medicaid is a public, or government run, health insurance program. It is designed to cover low-income individuals and families who cannot afford to purchase health insurance coverage from a private health insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. Medicaid is also funded by the government of an individual state. In Alabama, the Medicaid program is administered by the … Continue reading →

Alabama Has an All Kids Program

Every Medicaid program has a portion that is designed to cover children who come from low-income families. Often, this part is called CHIP, but some states call it a different name. In Alabama, the Medicaid program that covers children is called All Kids. Medicaid is a public, or government run, health insurance program. It is designed to cover individuals and families that are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase a health insurance plan from a private company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual state. In Alabama, … Continue reading →

Applying for Medicaid in Alabama is Complex

Every state has its own Medicaid program. Some states make it extremely easy for people to apply for Medicaid, while others seem to go out of their way to make things more difficult. A quick look at the websites for Medicaid in Alabama show that applying for Medicaid in Alabama is complex. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase a health insurance plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the … Continue reading →

Caroline’s Cart Available at Grocery Store in Alabama

A mom in Alabama designed a specialized shopping cart that would help her to be able to shop with her daughter, Caroline. The cart is designed for children who have disabilities. Soon, Caroline’s Carts will be available in grocery stores in Birmingham, Alabama. Drew Ann Long, and her husband, David, are the parents of three children. One of their children, a daughter named Caroline, has special needs. She has Rett Syndrome. According to Mayo Clinic, Rett Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the way that the brain develops. Nearly all of the children affected with this disorder are … Continue reading →

Alabama Governor Will Veto Insurance Exchanges

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Part of the Affordable Care Act includes the creation of state health insurance exchanges. States that choose not to create one will have the federal government create one for them. The Governor of Alabama has promised that he will veto any bill that would create an exchange for Alabama. This is despite the fact that the Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill that would create an exchange. The Affordable Care Act requires all states to create a health insurance exchange. The exchange is designed to be a place where individuals and small businesses can go in order to … Continue reading →

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources N-Z

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources N-Z To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. This installment is the last installment for Alabama (N-Z) NAHE (North Alabama Home … Continue reading →

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources H-M

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. This installment is Alabama H-M. Heritage Academy of Fyffe Higher Ground Academy E-mail: Olwomanintheshoe@aol.com Highlands Homeschoolers Homeschool ARK This … Continue reading →

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources D-G

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. This installment is Alabama D-G. DaySpring Academy DeKalb County AL Homeschoolers Elmore County Homeschool Organization is a support group … Continue reading →

Alabama Homeschool Groups and Resources A-C

To succeed in homeschooling, it is in your best interest to get involved with other homeschoolers. You should join a homeschool network or group near you. For this reason, I have decided to give a full listing of homeschooling groups throughout each state. Yes, there are other sites that list homeschool networks and support groups but none of are comprehensive. Some of them only list Christian, others only list those affiliated with them. I will attempt to list all of them. This installment is Alabama A-c. A2Z Loop Abundant Life School Email: adw426@bellsouth.net Alabama Homeschool Academy Email: alabama016@centurytel.net Alabama Hope … Continue reading →