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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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National Poison Prevention Week: Simple Steps to Keep Your Family Safe
3/12/2026 • Posted by Fidelis Care in Children's Health, Health and Wellness



National Poison Prevention Week March 15-21. It’s a good time to talk about an important but often overlooked safety issue: accidental poisoning. Many poison emergencies happen at home, and adults can help prevent them. Here are a few simple steps to protect you, your children, and your loved ones.

Common Poison Risks at Home

Poisoning can happen when everyday items are used the wrong way or stored unsafely. Common causes include:

  • Medications, both prescription and over the counter
  • Cleaning products and laundry pods
  • Pesticides and bug sprays
  • Alcohol and vaping liquids
  • Carbon monoxide from gas appliances

Even small amounts of these items can cause serious harm if swallowed, inhaled, or mixed incorrectly.

Safe Storage Saves Lives

One of the best ways to prevent poisoning is safe storage. Keep medications and chemicals locked away and out of sight and reach of children and pets. Always store products in their original containers with labels intact. Never use food containers to store chemicals, as this can cause confusion and accidents.

If you take medication every day, follow the directions carefully. Do not share your medication with others, even if they have similar symptoms. When you no longer need a medication, use a local drug take-back program or follow safe disposal instructions.

Be Ready in an Emergency

Knowing what to do in an emergency can make a big difference. Save the Poison Control Center’s help number (1-800-222-1222) in your phone and post it somewhere visible at home. This free service is available 24/7 and connects you to trained experts who can help right away.

If you think someone has been poisoned, call the Poison Control Center immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. If the person is unconscious, having a seizure, or not breathing, call 911 right away.

Prevention Starts with Awareness

Poison prevention is not just for families with young children. Adults of all ages can be affected. Taking time during National Poison Prevention Week to review safety habits can help prevent accidents year-round.

At Fidelis Care, we believe that prevention is part of good health. Small steps today can help keep your home safer tomorrow.