Pennsylvania extended the deadline for Medicare Advantage open enrollment to April 30 for those affected by the UnitedHealthcare (UHC) and Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) contract negotiations. For all other older adults currently enrolled in Medicare Advantage, the open enrollment period to switch to a different plan or to original Medicare ends on March 31, 2026.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) began taking applications on December 3, 2025. APPLY NOW to start getting benefits during the cold winter months. Deadline extended to May 8, 2026.
With the passage of the Reconciliation Bill on July 4, 2025, the work rules and exemptions for SNAP have changed. If you receive SNAP payments, make sure you are working 20+ hours a week or meet one of the listed exemptions, because you could lose your benefits as early as December.
Pennie helps to connect Pennsylvanians to health coverage at the lowest costs. January 19th is the final deadline for 2024 Health Coverage!
Starting in March, you will only get your regular SNAP payment loaded to your EBT card in the first half of the month. There will be no second payment later in the month. View the flyer to learn more and see what you can do.
Important tips to know about Social Security Disability in the time of Covid-19.
