The December 15^th deadline to enroll in health insurance starting January 1, 2016 is fast approaching. To make sure you don’t have a gap in coverage, log on to the New York State of Health Marketplace today! You can shop around and compare plans to see which is right for you and your family.

If you need help enrolling or renewing your coverage you can call the Community Health Advocates helpline at 1-888-614-5400, or visit an in-person assistor in your community.

You may be eligible for the new Essential Plan, which includes high quality coverage for $0 or $20 per person per month. There’s no deductible, very low copays, and optional vision and dental coverage too. Many low- and middle-income New Yorkers between the ages of 19 and 64 will qualify.

If your New Year’s resolution includes getting or staying healthy, don’t wait to enroll! It will also help you avoid the tax penalty, which is rising to 2.5% of your family’s yearly taxable income or $695 per person (whichever is higher) this year.