Partnerships with local clinics, providers,
community-based organizations and others provide students with
backpacks, resources and information.
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Aug. 8, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed
care health plans and a company of Centene Corporation (NYSE:
CNC), partnered with more than 30 providers, Federally Qualified
Health Centers, clinics, community-based organizations and chambers
across the state to deliver 8,000 backpacks stuffed with
information and resources directly to students and families in the
communities they serve.
"The start of the school year is an exciting time for students,
but the expense of a new backpack each year can often be a
challenge for some families," said Plan Chief Product President at
Health Net, Martha Santana-Chin. "We're proud to once again
work with our partners across the state to help students and their
families prepare for the upcoming school year."
Health Net utilizes the expertise and relationships local
organizations have within their communities to deliver the best
care to those in need and ensure every child is prepared to succeed
in the upcoming school year. Through these partnerships and
resources, Health Net has increased health awareness and alleviated
financial challenges for families, allowing them to focus on other
aspects of their child's education.
"For the past two years we have been excited to partner with
Health Net to provide backpacks to hundreds of local youths," said
Executive Vice President at Greater Sacramento Urban League,
Dr. Jahmese Williams. "Our goal is to remove as many barriers
as possible to ensure local youth feel they have the resources,
preparation, and support needed to excel academically."
"Helpline Youth Counseling truly appreciates the generosity of
Health Net as the backpack giveaway has been a staple event of our
agency for years. The surrounding community often depends on the
backpack giveaway to ensure their children have what they need to
have a successful school year," said Director of Programs at
Helpline Youth Counseling, Adrian
Chavez. "With the support of Health Net, we are able to
provide the tools to support the youth and children."
Using the backpacks as another means to educate and inform the
communities they serve, Health Net included health related
informative flyers in both English and Spanish at the
family-focused community events. The flyers provided information
about Medi-Cal enrollment, telehealth and available resources
for whole person health support.
Health Net is committed to supporting the health and well-being
of all Californians, including its youth. The organization has
awarded millions in grants that inform, educate and support
localized programs which aim to help children with complex issues
related to physical, behavioral and oral needs.
To learn more about Health Net's industry-leading efforts to
advance health equity and increase access to care,
visit BridgingtheDivideCA.com.
About Health Net
Founded in California more than 45
years ago, Health Net, a company of Centene Corporation, believes
that every person deserves a safety net for their health,
regardless of age, income, employment status or current state of
health. Today, we provide health plans for individuals, families,
businesses of every size and people who qualify for Medi-Cal or
Medicare. With more than 90,000 of our network providers, Health
Net serves more than three million members across the state. We
also offer access to substance abuse programs, behavioral health
services, employee assistance programs and managed healthcare
products related to prescription drugs. We make these health plans
and services available through Health Net, LLC and its
subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance
Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc. These entities are
wholly owned subsidiaries of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), a
leading healthcare enterprise committed to transforming the health
of the communities we serve, one person at a time. Health Net and
Centene employ more than 5,700 people in California who work at one of five regional
Talent Hub offices. For more information, visit
www.HealthNet.com.
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