The Fidelis Care Blog

Hispanic communities encounter significant disparities in accessing quality healthcare and achieving the best health outcomes. Throughout National Hispanic Heritage Month, Fidelis Care celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion by supporting our Hispanic colleagues and partners.

Hispanic communities often face health disparities because of inequalities based on ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geography. During Hispanic Heritage Month, we are proud to recognize the diverse backgrounds and cultures of our Hispanic community partners and to highlight the contributions they make to address issues in their communities.

As Hispanic Heritage Month begins September 15, Fidelis Care joins New York State and the nation in celebrating the rich cultural heritage, contributions, and resilience of the Hispanic community. Hispanic Heritage Month reflects my culture, family, and joy. That’s what I experienced as a child in the Dominican Republic and embrace today. I am proud of my heritage, and work to educate and empower my children to be proud of who they are and what they represent. I consider the month a celebration of my authentic self.

Fidelis Care welcomed 11 students to its second annual Summer DEI Internship Program, which ran from late May to early August. Diversity serves as the bedrock upon which the Fidelis Care summer internship program is built. The students, chosen by Fidelis Care People Leaders from a group of highly qualified candidates, represent a wide range of backgrounds and academic and practical experience.

April is Autism Awareness month, it is a time to recognize and advocate for the acceptance and inclusion of individuals identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).