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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


Hispanic Heritage Month: Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity
9/15/2023 • Posted by George Rodriguez, Fidelis Care Vice President of Sales and Marketing • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Health-Related Social Needs, In The Community
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.
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Preventing Falls at Home
9/14/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Caregiver Support, In The Community
As people get older, a fall in the home can cause serious injury. Take some simple steps to reduce the risk of falls.
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Fidelis Care and Summerwood Pediatrics Partner to Educate About Health Insurance Renewal Changes
9/6/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in In The Community, Renewal
Fidelis Care and health care provider Summerwood Pediatrics recently partnered to inform and educate the public about a major change in the health insurance renewal process. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government provided New York State with additional federal funding to keep individuals covered under Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Essential Plan, and Managed Long Term Care. Those individuals now need to act to keep their health insurance.
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National Health Center Week: Celebrating Heroes of Healthcare
8/2/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in In The Community
As a health insurance company committed to providing access to quality, affordable healthcare, Fidelis Care is proud to celebrate National Health Center Week from August 6 to 12. This annual event honors the vital role that Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) play in improving the health and well-being of underserved communities. During this week, we express our gratitude to the doctors and staff who work tirelessly to bridge the healthcare gap and ensure no one is left behind.
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