Many artists and nonprofit arts groups in Miami-Dade are woefully unaware of the details concerning the Affordable Care Act. The new law brings big changes and opportunities for independent artists and organizations, but with it also comes potential dangers and penalties. The act is confusing and for both individuals and groups. This forum will provide all the information at one time and in one place. Everything you need to know about the new law but were afraid to ask.

Panelists:
Louis Balbirer – Kaufman Rossin & Co. www.kaufmanrossin.com
Maura Shiffman – MPH, Community Health Specialist, Health Council of South Florida www.healthcouncil.org
Sandra Garcia – Marketplace Certified Agent , Creative Healthcare Marketing www.creativehealthcaremarketing.com
Sean Dugan – Senior Vice-President, Hayes Company www.hayscompanies.com

The program will cover:

For Artists and Contract Employees:
1. Many artists and nonprofit employees are currently uninsured or under-insured. This is a great opportunity for everyone to get health insurance and have a medical safety net.
2. Are artists and individuals required to have insurance? Find out the facts to avoid penalties and fines.
3. What is the deadline that everyone must be insured?
4. What are the options for health insurance and coverage? Learn the details about the types of coverage available and how artists and arts employees can find affordable care.
5. What resources are available to help navigate the new health plans and to find the ones that are right for you.
6. Do you qualify for a subsidy or tax credit? Many people are eligible for a subsidy in the cost of coverage depending on your income level and other factors.

For Arts Groups and Employers
1. What does health care reform mean for nonprofit groups?
2. Is your group eligible to get money back? If your organization pays the health premiums for your employees you might be eligible for a credit or subsidy based on the size of your staff, salary levels and insurance costs. Learn how to qualify for money back.
3. What facts should groups provide employees? As a nonprofit your arts group is responsible for letting your employees know what your business offers them in terms of health insurance and what their options are. We will provide sample notices and provide you with the tools to explore your options.
4. Is my group required to provide health insurance coverage?

This forum will cover all the aspects of the new insurance options and help you understand what your options are. This is crucial information for artists and art organizations. Participants will also receive a checklist and a tool box of resources to help them navigate the brave new world of affordable options. Following the seminar, there will be a social hour with sponsored refreshments and time for personal questions to the presenters.

Schedule:
3:00-3:30pm – Arrival and registration
3:30-5:00pm – Seminar
5:00-6:00pm – Socializing with sponsored drinks and bites provided by Elwoods GastroPub www.elwoodsmiami.com, KIND Healthy Snacks www.kindsnacks.com, Marley Coffee www.marleycoffee.com, Scratch Bakery www.scratchbaked.com, Mad Chiller www.madchiller.com, Vita Coco www.vitacoco.com

Supporting Sponsor: Health Council of South Florida www.healthcouncil.org
Switchboard of Miami with Cognosante www.switchboardmiami.org
Host Sponsor: HistoryMiami www.historymiami.org
Free Garage parking available on NW 2nd Ave provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs www.miamidadearts.org
Additional support by Action PR www.actionpr.net