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Hoyt

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8. I once had a cruddy job, and kept my own private policy so I could leave whenever I had enough.

Mon Sep 2, 2013, 11:01 AM

Sep 2013

Yep it cost me extra, but was worth the "insurance." It also allowed me to protect myself from abuses because I could walk at any time. I ended up staying at the job for over 10 years, but always with that private coverage in my pocket.

I think this is a huge advantage for a lot of folks who want to do something different, or even get out of a bad situation, but couldn't before because of health coverage considerations.

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Covered California's new calculator [View all] SHRED Sep 2013 OP

That would be something to bring to GD - hedgehog Sep 2013 #1

Another "hidden" benefit SHRED Sep 2013 #2

Also, people won't stay with abusive shit jobs and bosses just to keep the benefits. NYC_SKP Sep 2013 #4

very true SHRED Sep 2013 #6

I once had a cruddy job, and kept my own private policy so I could leave whenever I had enough. Hoyt Sep 2013 #8

Sounds like what I'd do, but you have to feel for those with a family depending on the job. NYC_SKP Sep 2013 #9

Thanks. I'll get better coverage for half the current cost with COBRA. NYC_SKP Sep 2013 #3

My COBRA SHRED Sep 2013 #5

I think COBRA will not longer have a reason to exist. NYC_SKP Sep 2013 #7

Thanks for the links. This program is going to prove a lifesaver for my wife and I. . . Journeyman Sep 2013 #10

Does "Household" PasadenaTrudy Sep 2013 #11

Good question... SHRED Sep 2013 #12

Thanks... PasadenaTrudy Sep 2013 #13

What are you paying now? SHRED Sep 2013 #14

I'm paying PasadenaTrudy Sep 2013 #15

KICK! Iwillnevergiveup Sep 2013 #16

I'm fucked PasadenaTrudy Sep 2013 #17

It's based on current income SHRED Sep 2013 #18