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?? Meet Susan Westby, Claims Examiner III With 22 years of experience at CareOregon, Susan is proud to be part of a team that truly values its people. For her, it's all about working in a supportive environment where each team member's contribution matters. "I feel appreciated here," Susan shares, "and that means more than anything. I’m proud to be part of something that truly makes a difference every day." https://ow.ly/HO0K50U5zV8 #EmployeeSpotlight #CareOregon30

This November, CareOregon proudly celebrates Native American Heritage Month by honoring the resilience and strength of Indigenous communities. This year's theme, “Resiliency and Overcoming Barriers”, reminds us of the rich heritage and enduring contributions of Native peoples to our shared history and culture. Here are some ways to honor, celebrate, and learn: ? Explore breathtaking Indigenous art ? Discover inspiring Indigenous leaders ? Dive into local and regional Native cultures in Oregon ? Check out virtual exhibits that share stories of strength and resilience ? Support Indigenous businesses and organizations making an impact locally and nationally We’re especially grateful for our partnerships with organizations serving Native communities. Recently, we were honored to be the presenting sponsor of the NAYA Family Center annual gala — the largest celebration of Native American Heritage Month in the Pacific Northwest! Let’s keep learning, listening, and uplifting Indigenous voices this month and beyond. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #IndigenousCulture #CareOregon #NAYAGala

We had a terrific day 2 in Houston for ACAP’s Annual SDOH Innovation Meeting! Thank you to our speakers and panelists for sessions focused on:?? ?? ?? ?? ACAP’s Medicaid and Medicare SDOH Policy with VP’s Christine Aguiar Lynch and Jenny Babcock?? ? ?? Promoting Equity by Supporting Solutions to Address the Underlying Causes of Poor Health?with Shao Chee Sim of Episcopal Health Foundation?? ?? ?? Celebrating the Center for SDOH Innovation with VP Enrique Martinez-Vidal and Josh Fernelius,?DeiLaSheun Richardson, MSN, RN, and Jenny Mathai, DrPH, MPH, CHES of Community Health Choice and Rosalina Medina of El Paso Health?? ?? ??? Communications to Engage, Inspire, and Win!?with Michelle Rai of IEHP and Ann Oshel of Alliance Health?? ?? ?? Climate Change, Social Needs, and Health Equity with Keshia Bigler and Melanie Pho, MScN MBA of CareOregon?? ?? ???????? The Work of Safety Net Health Plans with Amy Pont and Miguel Venereo of Community Care Plan and Heidi Arndt of Community Health Group?? ?? ??? ACAP Plans and Housing with Nancy Wise, MBA, MPH of Spring Street Exchange and Sarah Frei MSW, LCSW and Celeste Ordiway of Vaya Health?? ?? ??? Insights and Lessons Learned with Maria V. Chaves, MBA, MPH and Katie Poole of Spring Street Exchange

Help us make a difference this season! ?? By donating just $10 or more to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland through Give Guide, you’re not only supporting Portland's youth—you’re also entered to win amazing prizes! Today's prize is a brand new 2024 Orbea Kemen 40 electric bike, donated by the good people @splendid_cycles . This bike retails for $3,599 and comes custom fitted just for you. Better yet, Donating is just a click away: https://lnkd.in/gyKmQbh6 Join us in creating opportunities, sparking joy, and building brighter futures. Every dollar counts! #GiveGuide #BGCP #PortlandYouth #WillametteWeek #DonateToday

This Veterans Day, CareOregon proudly honors and thanks all who have served our country. ???? Housecall Providers, which is part of the CareOregon family, is dedicated to supporting Veterans through their partnership with the We Honor Veterans program. This program from the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) ensures Veterans receive additional benefits and access to the full range of services available to them. If you or a loved one has served and are looking for veteran specific resources, visit the following link to view Housecall Providers’ veterans resource guide: https://lnkd.in/gvUxD6ej

Get to know CareOregon’s Connect to Care team! The Connect to Care team is all about meeting members where they are, whether that’s at health fairs, shelters, or community events. If you're eligible for OHP benefits, the Connect to Care team is here to help you navigate your health care options, find providers, schedule appointments, and access resources. From answering questions to simply being a listening ear, the Connect to Care team truly brings CareOregon’s mission to life, making health care accessible for all. ?? https://ow.ly/NHLL50U0Xmp #ConnectoCare #CareOregon30 #CommunityHealth #PDXHealthcare

Join us for our next MedsEd Webcast “The Phantom Menace: How Stigma Impacts Health and Wellness” on Tuesday, November 12th from 7:30am – 10am PT. We will be joined by psychiatric nurse practitioner Lydia Anne M Bartholow to review the three types of stigma that patients are likely to experience, how the media informs stigma, and how race, gender, sexuality and class modify the impact of stigma. Register, here: https://ow.ly/CMw750TYvTJ

Thank you to everyone who joined our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) team for the latest installment of our National Speaker Series "Weathering: How Systemic Injustice Erodes Health" featuring Dr. Arline Geronimus. One attendee shared, “I love learning about the barriers our members face so we can work to reduce and eliminate those barriers from a health plan perspective.” We hope you’ll join us for future sessions in the series, where we showcase current and emerging topics from national thinkers, researchers and leaders in health care policy and practice. ??

Health Share of Oregon, in partnership with our colleagues at CareOregon, hosted a 2-day training this week for our first cohort of organizations that will be delivering new Medicaid-funded Health Related Social Need (HRSN) housing supports. Huge thanks to Providence Health Plan for generously providing the space for this event. We are honored to be part of this exciting, first in nation, demonstration along with the Oregon Health Authority. New HRSN Housing Benefits launch for eligible members on November 1st! For additional details: https://lnkd.in/g6rjc2Ue #Medicaid #OHP #Housing #HRSN #SocialHealth #SDOH

We know that stable housing is essential for good health. Our recent investments support eviction prevention, emergency shelters, and permanent supportive housing to address Oregon’s housing crisis. From funding eviction prevention programs to creating family-centered housing solutions, we’re collaborating with local organizations to create a foundation of stability and health for our communities. Learn more about how we’re working to invest in housing solutions: https://lnkd.in/g9pb3M-r