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Fidelis Care and the Centene Foundation Award $1.1 Million to The Jed Foundation to Protect the Mental Health of New York’s Youth

Funding will help expand emotional well-being resources, educational workshops, and training programs for community-based organizations that foster communities of care statewide

September 20, 2024, NEW YORK CITY —  Fidelis Care, a leading health insurer providing quality, affordable coverage to New Yorkers, and the Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene Corporation, announced today a $1.1 million grant to The Jed Foundation (JED), a national nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for teens and young adults.

With this grant, JED will expand its current services, providing at least five youth-serving community-based organizations (CBOs) with consultation or strategic planning services, including expert guidance, educational workshops, and training programs, equipping young people with life skills and connecting them to mental health care when they are in distress.

“We are thrilled to support the vital work of The Jed Foundation with this grant,” said Vincent Marchello, Chief Medical Officer at Fidelis Care. “At Fidelis Care, we recognize the importance of mental health services in creating healthier communities. This investment underscores our commitment to ensuring youth and adolescents have access to the critical support they need to thrive.”

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), it is currently estimated that nearly one in five 12- to 17-year-olds in the United States experience a major depressive episode every year, and almost half of teens 13 to 17 say they would seek out professional help only as a last resort. In New York State, the need for enhanced mental health support for school-aged youth is critical: in 2021, 57% of New York 12- to 17-year-olds with depression had not received any care in the last year.

“JED is grateful to Fidelis Care and the Centene Foundation for their commitment to supporting the emotional well-being of New York youth and for providing the resources to help them thrive,” said John MacPhee, JED Chief Executive Officer. “This partnership will allow us to bring JED’s lifesaving work to community-based organizations across the state and help them build on their mental health safety nets and approaches, while positively impacting the lives of thousands of young people.”

The inaugural group of CBOs includes Bottom Line, an organization that partners with degree-aspiring students from first-generation and low-income backgrounds as they get into and through college and launch mobilizing first careers; Hetrick-Martin Institute, which provides free, year-round programs and services for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies aged 13 to 24 in New York City; and Prep for Prep, which provides first-rate educational, leadership development and professional advancement opportunities for young people of color in New York City.

"Through decades of experience at Bottom Line, we have seen that the condition of a student's mental health plays a significant role in their overall journey to becoming a college graduate and professional,” said Sheneita R. Graham, Director of Culturally Responsive Programming at Bottom Line. “Our role at Bottom Line is to build strong relationships that assist us in determining need and connecting students to resources that will help them thrive personally to persist academically. Partnering with The Jed Foundation grants us the opportunity to expertly assess our mental health policies, processes, and resources to ensure we provide our students with thoughtful, high-quality support."

"Hetrick-Martin Institute is pleased to be working with The Jed Foundation to improve our ability to recognize young people in distress and conduct suicide risk assessments," said Bridget Hughes, Chief Program Officer at Hetrick-Martin Institute.

"We are so grateful to The Jed Foundation for hosting two workshops for our incoming college freshmen as part of our annual College Transition Retreat,” said Corey Rhoades, Director of Undergraduate Affairs at Prep for Prep. “The presenters shared their expertise and tailored the sessions in a way that was uniquely relevant and engaging for our students."

To learn more about ways to provide community-based organizations with consulting, evidence-based best practices, and data-driven guidance to protect youth mental health and prevent suicide, visit JED’s website.

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Screener Program Provides Support to Families Impacted by Social Determinants of Health

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Fidelis Care’s innovative SDoH screener program was launched two years ago as a grassroots health equity initiative to address conditions in the environments where people are born, live, work, and play that affect their health, well-being, and quality of life. Social Determinants of Health can affect a wide range of health risks and outcomes – particularly among vulnerable populations and in underserved areas.

The screener enables trained Fidelis Care representatives to assess an individual’s immediate needs and challenges related to SDoH through a brief series of questions covering areas such as access to transportation, food, and secure and safe housing. More than 450,000 Fidelis Care members have participated to date.


Click here to learn more about the different Social Determinants of Health and find available resources.

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What is the Difference Between Preventive Care (Well Visit) and Sick Care?
1/18/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Health and Wellness

Preventatve care Sick care

Both preventive care and sick care are important to keep you healthy. But what is the difference? Preventive care means you are seeing your healthcare provider regularly to help you stay healthy. Regular well visits can help keep you from getting sick and find health problems early. On the other hand, sick care is when you see a provider because you are not feeling well.

What is Preventive Care?

Regular preventive care gives you the chance to talk to your provider about your health and goals for the year. It is a way to keep you from getting sick. Even if you feel healthy, you should get a preventive checkup once a year. For children, these visits are often called well-child exams. For adults, they may be called annuals, annual wellness visits, or physicals.

These preventive care visits, depending on your age, might include:

  • Complete physical exam
  • Immunizations and/or vaccinations
  • Blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol screenings
  • Screenings as recommended by your provider (mammograms, cervical cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and others)
  • Sexually transmitted infection testing
  • Review of medical history, general health, and well-being
  • Developmental screenings in children
  • ​A review of your medical and family history
  • A review of your current prescriptions
  • A reminder to schedule your regular dental appointment
  • A basic vision check (at children’s well-child exams)

All Fidelis Care plans fully cover ONE preventive office visit per year. Children’s annual well visits are also covered for Fidelis Care members. Learn more about Fidelis Care's health plans here.

Here are some questions you might ask your provider:

  • Am I due for any vaccinations?
  • Do I need any health screenings or blood tests?
  • Do I need any changes to my prescriptions?
  • What lifestyle changes should I consider to improve my overall health?
  • When should I schedule my next visit?

It is important to have an ongoing doctor-patient relationship with a primary care provider (PCP) who knows you and your health. Visit your PCP at least once a year for a regular checkup, so your PCP can see any changes in your health and help you develop a plan that’s right for you. See your PCP regularly if you have an ongoing health problem. Having a primary care provider can lower your annual cost of care by more than 40 percent by catching health issues early before costly procedures or tests are needed.

What is Sick Care?

Sick care includes seeing your provider to treat an illness or injury. This type of care helps to make you feel better. Your provider will address your current condition and suggest ways to feel healthier.

You should see your provider for sick care if you feel sick or if something feels wrong. The care you get depends on your symptoms and your pain.

Overall, preventive care is an important way to help you live a healthy, happy life. Talk to your provider today to schedule your annual visit.

Sources

https://www.columbiadoctors.org/specialties/primary-care/preventive-care

https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/blog-news/2023/october/preventive-care-vs-office-visit/

https://connect.bcbsok.com/my-coverage-explained/b/weblog/posts/preventive-or-medical

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/preventive-vs-diagnostic-care-what-to-know-and-why-it-matters


What is the Difference Between Preventive Care (Well Visit) and Sick Care?
1/18/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Health and Wellness

Preventatve care Sick care

Both preventive care and sick care are important to keep you healthy. But what is the difference? Preventive care means you are seeing your healthcare provider regularly to help you stay healthy. Regular well visits can help keep you from getting sick and find health problems early. On the other hand, sick care is when you see a provider because you are not feeling well.

What is Preventive Care?

Regular preventive care gives you the chance to talk to your provider about your health and goals for the year. It is a way to keep you from getting sick. Even if you feel healthy, you should get a preventive checkup once a year. For children, these visits are often called well-child exams. For adults, they may be called annuals, annual wellness visits, or physicals.

These preventive care visits, depending on your age, might include:

  • Complete physical exam
  • Immunizations and/or vaccinations
  • Blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol screenings
  • Screenings as recommended by your provider (mammograms, cervical cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening, and others)
  • Sexually transmitted infection testing
  • Review of medical history, general health, and well-being
  • Developmental screenings in children
  • ​A review of your medical and family history
  • A review of your current prescriptions
  • A reminder to schedule your regular dental appointment
  • A basic vision check (at children’s well-child exams)

All Fidelis Care plans fully cover ONE preventive office visit per year. Children’s annual well visits are also covered for Fidelis Care members. Learn more about Fidelis Care's health plans here.

Here are some questions you might ask your provider:

  • Am I due for any vaccinations?
  • Do I need any health screenings or blood tests?
  • Do I need any changes to my prescriptions?
  • What lifestyle changes should I consider to improve my overall health?
  • When should I schedule my next visit?

It is important to have an ongoing doctor-patient relationship with a primary care provider (PCP) who knows you and your health. Visit your PCP at least once a year for a regular checkup, so your PCP can see any changes in your health and help you develop a plan that’s right for you. See your PCP regularly if you have an ongoing health problem. Having a primary care provider can lower your annual cost of care by more than 40 percent by catching health issues early before costly procedures or tests are needed.

What is Sick Care?

Sick care includes seeing your provider to treat an illness or injury. This type of care helps to make you feel better. Your provider will address your current condition and suggest ways to feel healthier.

You should see your provider for sick care if you feel sick or if something feels wrong. The care you get depends on your symptoms and your pain.

Overall, preventive care is an important way to help you live a healthy, happy life. Talk to your provider today to schedule your annual visit.

Sources

https://www.columbiadoctors.org/specialties/primary-care/preventive-care

https://www.myhorizonhealth.org/blog-news/2023/october/preventive-care-vs-office-visit/

https://connect.bcbsok.com/my-coverage-explained/b/weblog/posts/preventive-or-medical

https://www.uclahealth.org/news/preventive-vs-diagnostic-care-what-to-know-and-why-it-matters