Affordable Care Act a.k.a Obama Care. Although it has helped many Americans who where once unable to have health insurance obtain medical coverage. There are still people who do not qualify for coverage. On the federal level it excluded any chance of including illegal immigrants from getting insurance. High cost sharing is also an issue.

In New York there are programs put in place that assist individuals and their families living with HIV/AIDS financially. HASA provides financial assistance to individuals who qualify. Such as Special Needs Assistance Program (SNAP) to buy food, Public assistance, and rental assistance. However, although the assistance provided helps, it’s not enough help and still leaves people living in poverty. The maximum amount a single per may receive from SNAP to buy food is $194 monthly.