Nonprofit Programs Extend Equality Health's Impact into Local
Communities
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 18,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Equality Health
Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Equality Health LLC and an
organization dedicated to advancing health equity and improving
well-being access for underserved communities, proudly announces
its expansion into Virginia and
Louisiana. The nonprofit is
currently serving residents and communities in Arizona, Texas, Tennessee, in addition to the new markets.
This announcement reinforces Equality Health LLC's commitment to
expand availability of its value-based care programs in these
states and represents a significant step forward in the
Foundation's mission to address health disparities and promote
inclusive healthcare practices across historically marginalized
populations. With the expansion, Equality Health Foundation will
bring community-based health and well-being programs to
Virginia and Louisiana, including health festivals, college
scholarship collaboratives, well-child and maternal health
programs, and well-being initiatives.
Expanding into Virginia and
Louisiana is an important
milestone as we continue our efforts to advance health equity and
well-being in underserved communities, said Tomás León, president
of Equality Health Foundation.
The Equality Health Foundation collaborates with local
nonprofits, health plans, providers, and other community partners,
serving as a powerful vehicle for community impact and fostering
healthier communities where individuals, regardless of race,
ethnicity, socio-economic status or geographic location have access
to well-being resources and comprehensive, whole-person care.
Equality Health LLC has committed to supporting expanding the work
of its Foundation in each new market it serves.
"Expanding into Virginia and
Louisiana is an important
milestone as we continue our efforts to advance health equity and
well-being in underserved communities," said Tomás León, president
of Equality Health Foundation. "We look forward to working
alongside local organizations and community leaders to implement
innovative solutions that improve healthcare access and outcomes
for all."
A new report conducted by Virginia
Commonwealth University reveals deep and consistent health
disparities in the state, and that a person's race, ethnicity and
address are major predictors of dying prematurely. Data revealed
that two-thirds of all premature deaths in Northern Virginia between 2015-2019 were
avoidable, including deaths from certain cancers, heart disease,
injuries, alcohol and drugs and diabetes. With lifestyle changes,
screenings, immunizations, or better medical treatments, many
deaths of this nature could be averted.
The Foundation is equally invested in addressing significant
health disparities in Louisiana,
which ranks 49th in children's overall health and well-being. The
Black community (which comprises 34% of the state's population),
reports a higher risk for heart disease, stroke, cancer, asthma,
influenza and pneumonia than their white counterparts.
"We recognize the importance of addressing the root causes of
health disparities and increasing equitable access to healthcare
and well-being resources," stated León. "Together with our partner
organization, Equality Health LLC, we are committed to building an
inclusive health ecosystem."
For more information on Equality Health Foundation, please visit
equalityhealthfoundation.org.
About Equality Health Foundation
Established in 2019, Equality Health Foundation envisions a
world of vibrant and inclusive communities where all individuals
have the opportunity to live healthier and longer lives. A bold
vision like this cannot be accomplished alone and requires
extensive collaboration across local communities around the country
to level the playing field and make a sustainable and
transformative change—a movement for advancing equal access to
health and well-being for all.
About Equality Health LLC
Equality Health is a technology-enabled primary care platform
that leverages the proven capabilities of value-based payment
models to transform healthcare for diverse and often marginalized
populations. From predictive modeling to advanced care-tracking
tools, utilizing Equality Health's proprietary software,
participating PCPs can streamline value-based administration and
stay one step ahead of a patient's journey. Equality Health's care
model is Medicaid-first in design, partnering with over 3,200 PCPs
and 700,000 lives across AZ, TX, TN, LA and VA. Equality Health
partners with practices to close care gaps, optimize performance,
increase compliance, and improve profitability. Members engage with
holistic and personalized programs delivered through the lens of
social and cultural needs. Equality Health is revolutionizing how
care is delivered by establishing critical linkages with payers,
providers, members, and community resources.
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