Do the Amish have insurance?

Since the Amish do not believe in insurance, they pay for medical bills themselves. When a child becomes sick, families pool money to help cover health care expenses.

Do Amish have Social Security cards?

Amish people do not have birth certificates or social security cards. This is because Amish babies are born at home and within the Amish community so they see no need for either of these documents.

How do the Amish make money?

Many are experienced tradesmen and their quality wares are in demand. Many of the Amish who choose not to farm go into skilled trades like furniture building, construction, and metal parts manufacturing, Wesner said. These products are often sold to those outside the Amish community.

Can the Amish go to the hospital?

The Amish religion does not restrict people from seeking modern medical care. For the most part, Amish use local doctors and dentists and will go to specialists and hospitals as determined.

Do Amish believe in birth control?

Birth control and abortion are forbidden by religious doctrine, even when pregnancy is life threatening. The Amish church has no rule against immunization, but only 16-26\% of Amish children have received immunizations against the common childhood diseases.

What do Amish do with money?

The Amish value experiences more than material goods. That’s not to say they don’t spend any money on fun. Many Amish enjoy going on hunting trips, for example, Wesner said. But for the most part, they spend their money on value-oriented purchases.

Do the Amish use banks?

They don’t use credit cards, instead paying for everything with cash or check. About the only time the Amish use credit is when they buy a farm. There are no Amish bankers, no Amish-owned banks, so they turn to local banks for help. In this community, one banker stands above all others: Bill O’Brien.

What is the biggest killer of the Amish?

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