SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Doris Turner announced that the Springfield Urban League, Inc. is set to receive $850,000 to help residents enroll in health coverage options.

“With this grant, Springfield and surrounding area residents will have direct, local assistance to help navigate complicated health care plans,” said Turner (D-Springfield). “People need to find an insurance that fits their needs, and this program will streamline the process.”

Five health care organizations across Illinois have been awarded a total of $6.5 million in grants through the Get Covered Illinois Navigator Program for Plan Year 2025. The grantees will help eligible Illinois residents enroll in health coverage options and affordability programs available through Illinois’ new state-based marketplace, Get Covered Illinois.

The Get Covered Illinois Navigator Program is focused on serving individuals who would have difficulty enrolling in coverage without the help of a navigator, such as individuals with low literacy, limited English proficiency, low-income individuals, people with disabilities, people who are or at risk of experiencing homelessness and other hard-to-reach populations.

“Our Navigator network is ready to serve communities across the state,” said Get Covered Illinois Director Morgan Winters. “These are free, local experts who can help you with the enrollment process. Visit GetCoveredIllinois.gov and click ‘Get Free Help’ to make an appointment.”

Find more information at Get Covered Illinois.