新哟rk Health Plan Worked with over 1,700 organizations and coordinated more than 3,500 health and wellness events and initiatives
LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y.,Jan. 4, 2023/PRNewswire/ -- In 2022, communities across新哟rkcontinued to experience health and wellness challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic; social determinants of health (SDoH), such as food insecurity and affordable housing; mental health issues; and much more. Through it all, statewide health planFidelis Carepartnered with a variety of providers and agencies to support local communities through grassroots programs and events, education, and action.
Fidelis Careworked with over 1,700 organizations and coordinated more than 3,500 events – all a reflection of the company's mission to transform communities, one person at a time. Recognizing the impact of SDoH, for example,Fidelis Care支持采取行动,授权和扩大lift communities through health and wellness initiatives addressing critical areas such as access to vaccines, early childhood literacy, Black maternal health, transportation, healthy nutrition, and more.
"Across the state, we came together with partners, providers, and local leaders to provide support for local residents where it was needed most," saidFidelis CareChief Medical OfficerVincent Marchello, MD. "We worked to address critical health challenges and provide solutions that would make a difference in the lives of those most in need. I'm proud of all that we accomplished and know our commitment to support the health and wellness of all New Yorkers will continue as we look to the coming year."
Key community initiatives forFidelis Carein 2022 included:
- Standing With Buffalo
In the wake of the tragic shooting at the Tops Supermarket in Buffalo onMay 14,Fidelis Caremobilized to help the community and meet the needs of its members and local residents.Fidelis Caredonated over$11,000of food, personal care items, formula, and diapers to residents affected by the tragedy. In the fall,Fidelis Caredonated$60,000of free bus passes for residents in East Buffalo to improve their access to transportation and quality of life. The bus passes were available to community members through the Resource Council of WNY from September through December.
- Diversity Through Literacy
Fidelis Carepartnered with Literacy Inc. in新哟rk Cityto promote early literacy and foster diverse representation in children's literature.Fidelis Caredonated more than 1,000 books that featured stories representing racial diversity.
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In August,Fidelis Carelaunched a new initiative to help address food insecurity in low-income neighborhoods. Through key partnerships and working with local farmers,Fidelis Careprovided more than 21,000 pounds of free fruits and vegetables to residents during several events across the state.
- Backpack Heroes
Fidelis Carepartnered with the Regional Food Bank ofNortheastern New Yorkand CBS-affiliate WRGB-6 inAlbanyfor the 7th annual Backpack Heroes campaign, which addresses weekend childhood hunger in the Capital Region. The campaign raised more than$110,000, bringing its 7-year total to over$500,000. More than 3,000 students have received backpacks full of nutritious food.
- School Supply Giveaway at The Strong Museum
Fidelis Careand The Strong National Museum of Play inRochesterheld a back-to-school event at the museum.Fidelis Caregave away hundreds of backpacks and other school supplies to families in need as they prepared for the start of school.
- Adopt a Family program at The State Fair
Fidelis Carecontinued our support of the新哟rk StateFair's Adopt a Family program, which provides local, low-income families with free admission to the fair as well as food and entertainment vouchers. This summer, 1,800 people were able to attend the Fair inSyracusethrough the program.
These positive initiatives brought improved health and well-being throughout新哟rk, while allowingFidelis Careto support and build meaningful relationships within the communities we serve. These connections and grassroots initiatives remain a priority forFidelis Carefor 2023 and beyond.
For more information aboutFidelis Care, visit fideliscare.org.
Fidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 2.5 million members statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance. Follow us on LinkedIn atlinkedin.com/company/fidelis-care, on Twitter at@fideliscare, Instagram at@fideliscare, and on Facebook atfacebook.com/fideliscare. For more information, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit fideliscare.org.
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