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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

SDoH-chart

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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Beat the Heat: Tips on Staying Safe Over the Summer
6/17/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness

woman spraying sun lotion on a child

Did you know that heat is the leading weather-related killer in the United States? Most heat-related deaths are preventable. This summer, Fidelis Care is sharing ways to stay safe and healthy in the heat and sun.

Stay Protected

  • Drink plenty of water. Don't wait until you are thirsty to drink. In the hot summer months, it is recommended that women drink about 11.5 cups of water per day, and men should drink around 15.5 cups per day.
  • Wear sunscreen. Reapply every two hours or more often if you are swimming or sweating.
  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Wear a hat and sunglasses.


Limit Exposure to Sun and Heat

  • Whenever possible, stay indoors with air conditioning or fans. Go to your local library, community center, or shopping mall to stay cool.
  • Avoid being outdoors when the sun is the strongest. Limit outdoor activities between 10 AM and 4 PM.
  • Try to limit intense exercise or physical activity, especially outdoors. Take time to rest or take breaks in the shade if you must be outdoors.
  • If possible, do not use the stove or oven to cook. This will make you and your house hotter. Try eating fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and salads.
  • Take cool showers or baths to cool down.


Heat-Related Illnesses
Heat exhaustion happens when your body loses too much water and salt, usually through sweating. Symptoms of heat stroke include high body temperature, confusion, rapid pulse, and dry skin. If you or someone nearby is showing these symptoms:

  • Drink water.
  • Get medical help quickly.
  • Move indoors, or to a cool, shady area.
  • Apply cool compresses. Place cold wet cloths on head, neck, armpits, and groin.
  • Stay indoors and in cool locations, when possible. You might go to your library or community center. During heat waves, check your town or city's website for information on cooling locations.

During the hot summer months, be sure to check on others, especially those who are at risk of getting affected by heat. Children, older adults, and pregnant people are at a higher risk of being affected by the heat. Never leave a child or pet inside a car unattended.

Sources

https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/pages/bi_natural-disasters_extreme-heat_tips-for-treating-heat-related-illness.aspx

https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat

https://weather.com/safety/heat/news/2021-06-03-heat-america-fatalities


Beat the Heat: Tips on Staying Safe Over the Summer
6/17/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness

woman spraying sun lotion on a child

Did you know that heat is the leading weather-related killer in the United States? Most heat-related deaths are preventable. This summer, Fidelis Care is sharing ways to stay safe and healthy in the heat and sun.

Stay Protected

  • Drink plenty of water. Don't wait until you are thirsty to drink. In the hot summer months, it is recommended that women drink about 11.5 cups of water per day, and men should drink around 15.5 cups per day.
  • Wear sunscreen. Reapply every two hours or more often if you are swimming or sweating.
  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Wear a hat and sunglasses.


Limit Exposure to Sun and Heat

  • Whenever possible, stay indoors with air conditioning or fans. Go to your local library, community center, or shopping mall to stay cool.
  • Avoid being outdoors when the sun is the strongest. Limit outdoor activities between 10 AM and 4 PM.
  • Try to limit intense exercise or physical activity, especially outdoors. Take time to rest or take breaks in the shade if you must be outdoors.
  • If possible, do not use the stove or oven to cook. This will make you and your house hotter. Try eating fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and salads.
  • Take cool showers or baths to cool down.


Heat-Related Illnesses
Heat exhaustion happens when your body loses too much water and salt, usually through sweating. Symptoms of heat stroke include high body temperature, confusion, rapid pulse, and dry skin. If you or someone nearby is showing these symptoms:

  • Drink water.
  • Get medical help quickly.
  • Move indoors, or to a cool, shady area.
  • Apply cool compresses. Place cold wet cloths on head, neck, armpits, and groin.
  • Stay indoors and in cool locations, when possible. You might go to your library or community center. During heat waves, check your town or city's website for information on cooling locations.

During the hot summer months, be sure to check on others, especially those who are at risk of getting affected by heat. Children, older adults, and pregnant people are at a higher risk of being affected by the heat. Never leave a child or pet inside a car unattended.

Sources

https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/pages/bi_natural-disasters_extreme-heat_tips-for-treating-heat-related-illness.aspx

https://www.weather.gov/safety/heat

https://weather.com/safety/heat/news/2021-06-03-heat-america-fatalities