Colorado Access

🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing you a year filled with happiness, success, and new beginnings! Our office will be closed on 1/1 as we ring in 2025.✨ 🎉 ¡Feliz año nuevo! ¡Te deseamos un año lleno de felicidad, éxito y nuevos comienzos! Nuestra oficina estará cerrada el 1 de enero para celebrar el 2025.✨

We're proud to partner with THINK+change to share how Medicaid can support members with disabilities. Together, we're working to empower and serve our community. Thank you for your collaboration! Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gtNU66Rv

"En plena temporada de registro para los principales programas de salud en Colorado, Nancy Viera, Navegador Cultural Comunitaria de Colorado Access, destaca la importancia de que las personas mantengan actualizada su información para garantizar la continuidad de su cobertura médica." https://ow.ly/TI7B50UurG1

“When we went and talked to the community and said ‘help us help you, what is it that we aren’t doing correctly?’ it was amazing how the community responded." Our chief medical officer. Dr. Bill Wright spoke to Mile High Magazine Podcast on ending the gap in vaccination rates among Hispanic members and the importance of listening to those we serve. Listen to the full podcast episode here: https://lnkd.in/gwGmeut2

"One important part of the birthing experience for a lot of people is knowing they have a network available to them. Calling upon their 'village' can really impact the quality of the experience in a positive way." Our vice president of health systems integration, Joy Twesigye, spoke to Authority Magazine on how we can improve the birthing experience. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g2ysP7bW

*Update* CO Medicaid Approved to Expand Medicaid Coverage through Continuous Eligibility “We are proud to be able to support the health and wellbeing of our youngest children through this continuous eligibility expansion. We are also looking forward to supporting adults leaving incarceration by providing access to health care to help prevent recidivism” said Colorado Medicaid Director, Adela Flores-Brennan. https://lnkd.in/gWJsGRjj

This is our final issue of Connections 2024, and we are reflecting on our shared vision of improving the health of our communities. We wouldn’t be able to make an impact for our members and drive better health outcomes without our exceptional partners, community changemakers, and dedicated staff. Explore this issue to discover: 🔸The thoughtful approach of the Colorado Access Foundation to advance health equity 🔸An empowering partnership with Adam’s Purpose, redefining support for marginalized populations 🔸The magic behind the Colorado Access customer service team and their steadfast commitment to care And more! https://lnkd.in/gqmQKRNv #ColoradoAccess #Healthcare #HealthcareForAll #2024

Doctors, how do you approach conversations with your patients about diabetes? What strategies do you use to educate and empower them to manage or prevent the condition? Let’s share best practices to improve patient outcomes and promote healthier lifestyles. Médicos, ¿cómo abordan las conversaciones con sus pacientes sobre la diabetes? ¿Qué estrategias utilizan para educarlos y empoderarlos para controlar o prevenir la enfermedad? Compartamos las mejores prácticas para mejorar los resultados de los pacientes y promover estilos de vida más saludables. #PhysicianCommunication #PatientEducation #HealthcareCollaboration #DiabetesCare #ComunicaciónMédico #EducaciónPaciente #ColaboraciónEnAtenciónSanitaria #COA #Healthcare #Medicaid #ColoradoAccess #Healthcare

Health care professionals, let’s continue raising awareness this #DiabetesAwarenessMonth with some key facts: 🔹 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes 🔹 Type 2 diabetes can often be prevented with lifestyle changes 🔹 Early detection is critical for better management 🔹 Educating patients on blood sugar control, diet, and exercise is essential to prevention and care. Together, we can make a difference! 💙 Profesionales de la salud, sigamos generando conciencia en este #MesDeConcientizaciónSobreLaDiabetes con algunos datos clave: 🔹 1 de cada 10 estadounidenses tiene diabetes 🔹 La diabetes tipo 2 a menudo se puede prevenir con cambios en el estilo de vida 🔹 La detección temprana es fundamental para un mejor manejo 🔹 Educar a los pacientes sobre el control del azúcar en sangre, la dieta y el ejercicio es esencial para la prevención y el cuidado. ¡Juntos podemos marcar la diferencia! 💙 #HealthcareHeroes #DiabetesFacts #PreventionMatters #HéroesDeLaSalud #DatosSobreLaDiabetes #LaPrevenciónImporta"

Last month, we had the honor of recognizing five outstanding members during our Caring Heart Award ceremony. Thank you to our health care partners who nominated these remarkable individuals who exemplify dedication to their communities, advocating for change and supporting fellow members. Join us in celebrating our Caring Heart Award winners and their incredible contributions to our community!