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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


Protect Children From Accidental Poisonings
3/11/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Caregiver Support, Children's Health, Health and Wellness


National Poison Prevention Week is March 16-22, 2025. The annual observance reminds us to keep children safe from poisons.

Kids are curious and like to explore their home. Each year, thousands of kids go to the emergency room after ingesting harmful substances, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).  These range from medications to cleaning products to batteries. Parents can take some easy steps to avoid accidental poisonings around the home.

Common Hazards in the Home

  • Medications: Medications and vitamins can be mistaken for candy. They are dangerous in large doses.
  • Household cleaners: Bleach, detergents, and disinfectants often have bright colors. They also can be easy to open.
  • Batteries: Small batteries can be easily swallowed. These batteries are found in TV remotes or toys. They can cause severe internal burns if swallowed.
  • Plants: Some houseplants, such as philodendrons or poinsettias, may be toxic if ingested.

Simple Steps to Stay Safe

  1. Store smart: Place medications, cleaners, and batteries in locked cabinets. If you don’t have locks on cabinets, put them out of reach. Childproof caps offer some protection but can sometimes be opened.
  2. Check your space: Look at your home from a toddler’s perspective to find overlooked hazards.
  3. Know the number: The Poison Help Line is 1-800-222-1222. It’s free and available 24/7. Keep the number on the fridge or saved in a phone.
  4. Educate early: Teach children that medications and chemicals aren’t candy or toys.

If you think your child has ingested a poison harmful, act fast. Contact the Poison Help Line right away, even before symptoms appear. Talk to your child's doctor about other ways to keep your home safe.

Does your child need to see a doctor and doesn’t have health insurance?

Fidelis Care offers quality, affordable health coverage for children, including Child Health Plus. Learn more at fideliscare.org/CHPlus.