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Giving Back to Our Communities

Fidelis Care Presents Brady Market with $5,000 Food Insecurity Grant

In observance of National Nutrition Month, Fidelis Care presented a $5,000 grant to support Brady Market’s programs to combat food insecurity in the Syracuse region. The grant is part of $315,000 in donations by Fidelis Care to nonprofit organizations on the front lines of fighting hunger across New York State. Food insecurity impacts about one in 10 New York households.

“Nutrition is healthcare,” said Fidelis Care Sales and Marketing Director Shannon Lombardo.  “Fidelis Care is committed to promoting health and well-being in Syracuse and communities across New York State. That begins by partnering with organizations like Brady Market to help families and individuals gain access to healthy, nutritious foods.”

Brady Market in Syracuse, operated by not-for-profit Brady Social Enterprises, Inc., is a grocery store with retail and wholesale operations, deli and catering, job training, and wraparound support services. It was inspired by the 70-plus year history of Brady Faith Center’s engagement with generations of individuals and families in some of the community’s most impoverished neighborhoods.

“Brady Market is very grateful for this Fidelis Care grant,” said Brady Faith Center Director Kevin Frank. “We absolutely can’t do what we do without wonderful partners. For many who live in the community, Brady Market is the only place to get fresh fruits and vegetables. We plan to use the Fidelis Care funding to take the lead in collaborating with 20 neighborhood organizations to deliver meals for 220 families. One of the wonderful things about this program is that our partner organizations know who needs food support the most. It’s just one of the ways that we are more than a market in this community.”

Lombardo added, “We know that one meal is not going to solve a family’s food insecurity, but these grants give us an opportunity to connect people with agencies and organizations like Brady Market to help them find the resources they need for long-term solutions.”

Fidelis Care takes pride in supporting the vital work of Brady Market and the other food insecurity grant recipients across New York State because no one should suffer from hunger. Click here to see the full list of Fidelis Care food insecurity grant recipient organizations.

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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The Overlap of Mental Health and Physical Health
5/1/2024 • Posted by Dr. Patrice Reives-Bright, Fidelis Care Senior Medical Director of Behavioral Health, and Dr. Celeste Johns, HARP Medical Director in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness, Mental Health

Group of people running
 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental, physical, and social health are linked. They impact each other. This is called the “mind-body connection.” There is no complete health without mental health.

Many studies show that poor physical health can lead to mental health problems. These may include depression, low motivation, and anxiety. Poor mental health also can lead to physical problems. These may include chronic pain, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

The brain is the body’s “control center.” It sends and receives messages throughout the body. A study from 2014 found that 1 in 5 new visits to a primary care provider (PCP) were for “medically unexplained symptoms.” This refers to symptoms not based on clear medical issues such as fractures or chronic illnesses like arthritis. Instead, they were likely based – at least in part – on psychological issues.

Wellness activities can help keep you healthy. Focus on:

  • Nutrition. A well-balanced diet provides nutrients and vitamins to keep your brain and body working correctly.
  • Hydration. Drinking enough water every day is important for clear thinking and a stable mood.
  • Exercise. Regular exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood enhancers. It also boosts confidence and energy.
  • Sleep. Get enough restful sleep. Most people need between 6 and 9 hours of sleep a day.
  • Social well-being. The COVID-19 pandemic and our current online lifestyles showed us the negative effects of loneliness and social isolation. A lack of social interaction can decrease life expectancy and lead to poor mental health.
  • Illness management: See your PCP for annual wellness checks. Take all medications and treatments as prescribed by your PCP. Symptoms of illness can worsen other mental health conditions and might lead to anxiety, stress, or depression.
  • Avoid substance use. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, and other drugs can have negative physical effects, lower your mood, and lead to other mental illnesses.
  • Self-care practices. Try meditation, practicing acts of kindness and gratitude, and setting clear boundaries on your time and energy. Spending time in nature can help you take care of your health and well-being.

Your best physical health is important for your mental health, and vice versa. Take care of your mental and physical health, practice self-care, and do daily wellness activities to be at your best.

Sources:

https://www.who.int/

https://www.nih.gov/

https://healthupwardlymobile.net/mental-health

Br J Gen Pract. 2016 Oct; 66(651): 506–507.

doi: 10.3399/bjgp16X687157


The Overlap of Mental Health and Physical Health
5/1/2024 • Posted by Dr. Patrice Reives-Bright, Fidelis Care Senior Medical Director of Behavioral Health, and Dr. Celeste Johns, HARP Medical Director in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness, Mental Health

Group of people running
 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental, physical, and social health are linked. They impact each other. This is called the “mind-body connection.” There is no complete health without mental health.

Many studies show that poor physical health can lead to mental health problems. These may include depression, low motivation, and anxiety. Poor mental health also can lead to physical problems. These may include chronic pain, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

The brain is the body’s “control center.” It sends and receives messages throughout the body. A study from 2014 found that 1 in 5 new visits to a primary care provider (PCP) were for “medically unexplained symptoms.” This refers to symptoms not based on clear medical issues such as fractures or chronic illnesses like arthritis. Instead, they were likely based – at least in part – on psychological issues.

Wellness activities can help keep you healthy. Focus on:

  • Nutrition. A well-balanced diet provides nutrients and vitamins to keep your brain and body working correctly.
  • Hydration. Drinking enough water every day is important for clear thinking and a stable mood.
  • Exercise. Regular exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood enhancers. It also boosts confidence and energy.
  • Sleep. Get enough restful sleep. Most people need between 6 and 9 hours of sleep a day.
  • Social well-being. The COVID-19 pandemic and our current online lifestyles showed us the negative effects of loneliness and social isolation. A lack of social interaction can decrease life expectancy and lead to poor mental health.
  • Illness management: See your PCP for annual wellness checks. Take all medications and treatments as prescribed by your PCP. Symptoms of illness can worsen other mental health conditions and might lead to anxiety, stress, or depression.
  • Avoid substance use. Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, and other drugs can have negative physical effects, lower your mood, and lead to other mental illnesses.
  • Self-care practices. Try meditation, practicing acts of kindness and gratitude, and setting clear boundaries on your time and energy. Spending time in nature can help you take care of your health and well-being.

Your best physical health is important for your mental health, and vice versa. Take care of your mental and physical health, practice self-care, and do daily wellness activities to be at your best.

Sources:

https://www.who.int/

https://www.nih.gov/

https://healthupwardlymobile.net/mental-health

Br J Gen Pract. 2016 Oct; 66(651): 506–507.

doi: 10.3399/bjgp16X687157