No Tricks and All Treats in EmblemHealth’s Fall Community and Neighborhood Care Events Across the Big Apple

11/04/2024

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Nande Trant, EmblemHealth Community Engagement Coordinator, passing out health plan resources and giveaways at the College Point Halloween Parade.

PHOTO: Nande Trant, EmblemHealth Community Engagement Coordinator, passing out health plan resources and giveaways at the College Point Halloween Parade.

New York, NY – November 4, 2024 - In the month of October, EmblemHealth proudly participated in over forty events to promote community well-being in the city. The EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care and Community Engagement team held events ranging from diabetes screenings and classes to activities promoting breast cancer awareness.

"As we enjoy fall and the holiday season approaches, we encourage everyone to prioritize their health," said Ann Marie Adamson-Serieux, Assistant Vice President of Community Affairs and Engagement. "As we start planning celebrations with friends and family, now is a crucial time to ensure that everyone is up to date with their vaccinations, including those for COVID-19, RSV, and flu."

A sampling of events EmblemHealth participated in include:

  • AdvantageCare Physicians Flatbush Halloween Events
  • Pink and Purple Mammogram Bust Event
  • The Campaign Against Hunger Children Harvest Festival
  • Senator Gustavo Rivera’s Environmental Justice Fair
  • Assembly Member Khaleel M. Anderson: Older Adult Appreciation Month Event
  • College Point Halloween Parade
Stephanie Wilson, EmblemHealth Events Specialists, with Mr. and Mrs. Met at the College Point Halloween Parade.

PHOTO: Stephanie Wilson, EmblemHealth Events Specialists, with Mr. and Mrs. Met at the College Point Halloween Parade. 

Lianna Levine Reisner and Aifra Ruiz providing nutrition resources at the launch of EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care’s Community Diabetes Wellness Program launch.

PHOTO: Lianna Levine Reisner and Aifra Ruiz from Plant Powered Metro New York providing nutrition resources at the launch of EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care’s Community Diabetes Wellness Program launch.  

EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care events include:

  • Flourish and Thrive: Women’s Wellness
  • Mental and Emotional Well-Being Events
  • Fordham Road Community Diabetes Wellness Program

For more information, visit emblemhealth.com/events, email neighborhood@emblemhealth.com, or call 800-274-2950 (TTY: 711) to learn about events EmblemHealth will participate in or host.

About EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, with more than three million members and an 80+-year legacy of serving New York’s communities. The company offers a full range of commercial and government-sponsored health plans to employers, individuals, and families, as well as convenient community resources. As a market leader in value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top providers and hospitals to deliver quality, affordable care. For more information, visit emblemhealth.com.

About EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care
With 15 locations across New York City, EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care provides in-person and virtual customer support, connections to local resources, and free programs to support community health and wellness. Each Neighborhood Care location features Customer Care Navigators.

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