Tennessee Struggles To Afford Healthcare
More than 3 in 5 (61%) experienced healthecare affordability budens in the past year.
More than 3 in 4 ( 78%) are worried about affording healthcare in the future
The Struggle To Pay Medical Bills
- 15%—Contacted by a collection agency
- 12%—Used up all or most of their savings
- 11%—Unable to pay for basic necessities like food, heat or housing
- 10%—Borrowed money, got a loan or another mortgage on their home
- 7%—Racked up large amounts of credit card debt
- 7%—Placed on a long-term payment plan
Tennesse Families Struggle To Pay For Groceries
This year’s Vanderbilt Child Health Poll shows that over 40% of Tennessee families report they are food insecure ― a similar proportion from last year. Most families (71%) say they have continued to change food spending habits due to high prices.
The Helping Hands of God In Faith
We want to help make a change in the world when it comes to healthcare and food asssistance starting with Tennessee and Western Kentucky. Help us Help The families that are struggling everyday.