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Health Equity

At Fidelis Care, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy life. It’s our mission to ensure New Yorkers have access to high-quality healthcare, so they can get the care they need when they need it.

But many other factors contribute to an individual’s health and wellness beyond access to healthcare. Socioeconomic conditions can influence health risks and outcomes. Poverty, food insecurity, housing instability, education, employment, access to transportation and other circumstances contribute to health disparities among underserved and vulnerable populations.

Fidelis Care is committed to removing those barriers to health to improve access, quality, and affordability. It is an ongoing process that requires working together with our members, providers, and community-based organizations to support fair and just opportunities to equal access to healthcare.

Learn more about our different approaches to improve health equity:


Key partnerships

Wellness commitment to Buffalo Urban League

To nurture social entrepreneurship, facilitate wellness, and strengthen organizations focused on Black, Indigenous and People of Color in Buffalo’s East Side, Fidelis Care and the Centene Foundation donated $1.1 million to the Buffalo Urban League (BUL) to help establish its new headquarters and develop a Wellness and Entrepreneurial Center.

In addition, Fidelis Care partners with BUL through community programs and at events held in the city focused on health, family support and stabilization services, foster care, adoption, education, job training, employment, scholarships, and more.

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Mental health alliance with The Jed Foundation

As part of our behavioral health efforts, Fidelis Care and the Centene Foundation awarded $1.1 million to The Jed Foundation (JED) to protect the mental health of New York State’s youth.

Through the funding, 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 healthcare when they are in distress.

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More Health Equity News


5/15/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, In The Community
This Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care recognizes and celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Fidelis Care talked with Sales and Marketing Manager Wai Man Lam, who reflects upon her heritage:
5/8/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, In The Community
This Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, especially in the healthcare field. Fidelis Care talked with Buffalo Medical Care physician, Dr. Fahim Tazwar, about his experience and how he works to improve health literacy and outcomes within this community.
5/6/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Member News
On this National Nurses Week May 6-12, Fidelis Care celebrates the invaluable contributions of nurses everywhere. This week gives us the opportunity to recognize the dedication, compassion, and commitment that nurses bring to our healthcare system. In honor of these contributions, Fidelis Care showcases the outstanding efforts that 10 of our own nurses bring to their profession every day:
5/1/2024 • Posted by Davy G. Diongson, Fidelis Care Quality Improvement Director* • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, In The Community
In celebration of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Fidelis Care is honored to recognize the achievements and contributions of this diverse community. This month is a time to reflect upon how our commitment to providing quality services goes beyond just healthcare coverage. It is about enhancing health literacy and delivering culturally sensitive experiences tailored to every individual we serve.
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