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CalOptima Health News
Affordable Housing Groundbreaking
CalOptima Health on Front Page of OCR
First 5 Orange County Board Appointments
Santa Ana Street Medicine Provider Selected
Covered California Monthly Update
Townhall for Providers
LA Times’ OC Executive Leadership Awards
DHCS' New Medi-Cal Website for Members
Events
CalOptima Health Lunch & Learn
Annual Reentry Resource Fair
SoCal Grantmakers Annual Conference
Veteran Health & Wellness Conference
Community Distribution Event
Recovery Happens Picnic & Family Fun Event
City of Huntington Beach Active Living Expo
Visión y Compromiso Annual Conference
City of Westminster Fall Festival and Aging Expo
OCDE Thrive Resource Fair
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Events (cont.)
Supervisor Doug Chaffee Community Bike Ride
End Child Marriage and Human Trafficking Event
SSA Immigration Summit
Anti-Poverty Summit
Chuseok Festival Event
End Alzheimer's Walk/Run Event
Brave Leaders, Bold Moves Summit
Roots & Resilience Conference
Medi-Cal and OneCare
OneCare Information Sessions
OneCare Flex Card Available
Resources and Classes
CalOptima Health Adult Healthy Living Class
Shape Your Life CalOptima Health Program
CalOptima Health Heart Smart Class
Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) Survey
IEP Training Presentation
Oral Health Literacy Lunch & Learn
Caregivers as Partners in Care Teams Training
| | | CalOptima Health Celebrates Affordable Housing Groundbreaking | | | | Last week, CalOptima Health CEO Michael Hunn spoke at the groundbreaking of a new affordable housing complex in Costa Mesa. American Family Housing, an Orange County-based developer, is leading the project and received a nearly $500,000 grant through our Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program. A former motel site, the Avon River Apartments will offer 76 brand-new, fully remodeled rental homes for households at risk of homelessness or those transitioning out of homelessness. | | | CalOptima Health Featured on Front-Page OCR Story | | |
On August 13, the Orange County Register (OCR) featured a KFF Health News story on the front page titled "Telehealth on the Rise Amid ICE Raids." This was a print version that ran in addition to the original article, "Fear Pandemic: Immigration Raids Push Patients Back Into Telehealth," published on August 6. CalOptima Health CEO Michael Hunn was interviewed along with Dr. Jacob Sweidan, a member of our Provider Advisory Committee.
| | | First 5 Orange County Announces Board Appointments | | CalOptima Health’s Soledad Rivera, Manager, Community Relations, was recently appointed as the new Board Chair of First 5 Orange County after serving as Board Vice Chair this past year. In addition, CalOptima Health’s Board Vice Chair Vicente Sarmiento was newly appointed as the Board Vice Chair. First 5 Orange County is responsible for the local distribution of revenues collected from the 50-cent tobacco sales tax enacted by Proposition 10 in 1998 to promote and fund early childhood health, education and development programs from birth to 5 years old. CalOptima Health and First 5 Orange County partner on several critical initiatives that support our members, who will further benefit under the leadership of Soledad and Vice Chair Sarmiento. | | | AltaMed Selected as CalOptima Health Street Medicine Provider in Ahaheim | | |
On August 13, CalOptima Health distributed a press release announcing AltaMed Health Services as the Board-approved Street Medicine Program provider in Santa Ana. Selected through a competitive process, AltaMed will receive a two-year, up to $4.3 million grant to implement CalOptima Health’s specific Street Medicine Program model. “AltaMed is proud to expand our community outreach through this new program,” said Cástulo de la Rocha, AltaMed President and CEO. “We share CalOptima Health’s mission in providing access to care and treating all members with dignity and respect. AltaMed has been providing health services in Santa Ana for the past 17 years and is equipped to serve the most vulnerable residents in this community and ensure they can experience the benefits of this impactful program.”
| | | CalOptima Health's Covered California Monthly Update | | CalOptima Health continues to prepare for the launch of a Covered California line of business, effective January 1, 2027. Since submitting the initial filing to expand the scope of CalOptima Health’s current Knox-Keene Act license, the California Department of Managed Health Care has provided comments, and we have responded with revised exhibits. In addition, with the recent completion of the operational gap analysis by Deloitte Consulting LLP, staff have initiated several new workstreams to discuss and implement solutions in order to achieve operational readiness over the next year. Lastly, CalOptima Health continues to negotiate provider contracts and execute amendments with several existing vendors to include Covered California in their scopes of service. | | | CalOptima Health and OCMA Hosted a Townhall for Providers | | CalOptima Health and the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) hosted a virtual townhall for providers on August 14 to discuss the impacts of H.R. 1 on the physician community. California Medical Association Vice President Elizabeth McNeil provided details on the provisions of the bill that impact Medi-Cal, and CalOptima Health CEO Michael Hunn shared CalOptima Health’s efforts to communicate with members and providers, collaborate with stakeholders, and shape the implementation so as to minimize disruption in our community. | | | LA Times’ OC Executive Forum and Leadership Awards | | | | Congratulations to CalOptima Health Board of Directors member Brian Helleland as the honoree (winner) in the CEO/President large organization category at the LA Times’ OC Executive Forum and Leadership Awards. CalOptima Health CEO Michael Hunn was also honored as one of six finalists in the CEO/President midsize organization category, and CalOptima Health Board of Directors Chair Isabel Becerra was a nominee. | | | DHCS Launches New Medi-Cal Website for Members | | The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) launched a new online experience at my.medi-cal.ca.gov to help current Medi-Cal members and potential new members quickly find the information they need about Medi-Cal. These accessible and mobile-friendly pages are written in clear, plain language and supported in multiple languages to better serve California’s diverse communities. | | |
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Events
For a listing of upcoming events that CalOptima Health is participating in, please click here.
| | Join a CalOptima Health Lunch & Learn | | |
CalOptima Health's Equity and Community Health department is hosting a special Lunch & Learn featuring Southland Integrated Services, a respected community organization committed to promoting health and wellness among Vietnamese and other immigrant/refugee populations. During this session, we will examine the role of culture in influencing health outcomes and explore effective approaches to support the physical, mental and emotional health of the Vietnamese community.
When: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Where: CalOptima Health, Room 109N (First floor) 505 City Parkway West, Orange
- Lunch will be provided. 1.5 CME and CE credits are offered.
- Registration is required. RSVP by Tuesday, September 9, here. For questions, contact continuingeducation@caloptima.org. For more information, please see the flyer.
| | Attend the Annual Reentry Resource Fair | | |
Join the 4th Annual Reentry Resource Fair, hosted by Hub for Integration, Reentry & Employment. Attendees will be able to connect with community resources, employers, legal assistance and receive health exams.
When: Wednesday, September 17
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim
Pre-Register to save time. Click here to register. Visit website for more details. For more information, please see attached flyer.
| | | SoCal Grantmakers to Host Annual Conference | | |
SoCal Grantmakers announces their Annual Conference "Acts of Courage." The conference will explore courage in its many forms: the fortitude to lead with compassion and humanity in a divided world, the commitment to reimaging grantmaking practices for the long run, the bravery to stand up for grantees and communities facing extortionary challenges and the determination to advance the rights and freedoms of sector and broader civil society.
When: Thursday, September 18
Time: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: The Westin Bonaventure Hotel, 404 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles
Registration is required, click here to register. Visit event website for more information.
| | | HCA Hosts Veteran Health & Wellness Conference | | The Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) is hosting a Veteran Health and Wellness Conference, supporting veterans and military families. This event iwill provide the latest information on health and wellness for veterans and their families as well as focus on underserved veteran populations. | | | |
When: Thursday, September 18
Time: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Where: Irvine Valley College, 5500 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine
Registration is required, click here.
Click here for English flyer.
Visit the website for more information.
| | | Community Action Partnership Hosts Diaper Distribution Event | | |
Join Community Action Partnership, in collaboration with CalOptima Health, for a Community Distribution Event as part of National Diaper Need Awareness Week. Learn more about local resources, and receive free diapers, wipes and infant items.
When: Saturday, September 20
Time: 9 a.m.–Noon
Where: Community Action Partnership OC headquarters, 11870 Monarch St., Garden Grove
To RSVP, click here. Click here for English flyer.
| | Attend the Annual Recovery Happens Picnic Event | | |
Join the Orange County Health Care Agency for a family fun day at their 3rd Annual Recovery Happens Picnic. Enjoy a day of family activities and be connected with community resources. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket and chair to the picnic.
When: Saturday, September 20
Time: 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Where: Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana
To RSVP, click here. Click here for English flyer.
| | | Receive Valuable Resources at the Active Living Expo for Seniors | | |
Join the Active Living Expo, offering valuable resources and activities for older adults. Connect with local organizations and businesses that support active living.
When: Saturday, September 20
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Where: Senior Center, Central Park, 18041 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach
Click here for English flyer. For more information, visit the website.
| | | Attend the Visión y Compromiso Annual Conference | | |
Join Visión y Compromiso for a three-day conference to learn, network and celebrate the significant impact promotoras and community health workers have in the community.
When: September 24-26
Time: Wednesday, 3 p.m.–10 a.m., Thursday, 7 a.m.–Noon, Friday, 7 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Where: Anaheim Marriott, 700 W. Convention Way, Anaheim
To register, click here. For more information, visit the website.
| | | City of Westminster Announces Annual Fall Festival & Embrace Aging Expo | | |
The City of Westminster presents its 4th annual Fall Festival. The community will enjoy a carnival celebrating the beginning of Fall. In addition, the Westminster Senior Center is hosting its annual Aging Expo in conjunction with the multi-day Fall Festival event.
When: Thursday, September 25–Sunday, September 28
Time: Thursday, 5–9 p.m., Friday, 5–11 p.m., Saturday, Noon–11 p.m., Embrace Aging Expo, 1–4 p.m., Sunday, Noon–9 p.m.
Where: Westminster Civic Center, 8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster
See English, Spanish and Vietnamese flyers. See Embrace Aging Expo flyer here in English.
For more information, visit Fall Festival website.
| | The Orange County Department of Education Hosts Thrive Resource Fair | | |
Attend the 2nd Annual Thrive Resource Fair hosted by the Orange County Department of Education. This event is designed to connect local school districts with trusted health, education, mental wellness and support services. Receive valuable resources, network, and collaborate with health professionals and community leaders.
When: Thursday, September 25
Time: 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Kalmus Conference Center, 200 Kalmus Dr., Costa Mesa
Click here for English flyer.
| | Join Supervisor Chaffee's Community Bike Ride for Cancer Awareness | | |
Join Supervisor Chaffee for his 3rd Annual Community Bike Ride to raise awareness of prostate cancer and support those affected by other forms of cancer. Enjoy a free, family-friendly bike ride and connect with community resources.
When: Saturday, September 27
Time: 7–11 a.m.
Where: Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia
Event Highlights:
- Health Screenings
- Educational Resources
- Medi-Cal and CalFresh enrollment
Click here to register and here to sign the online waiver form in advance. See English flyer.
For questions and information, call 714-834-3440 or contact D4BikeEvent@OCgov.com
| | Global Hope 365's Walk/Run to End Child Marriage and Human Trafficking | | |
Global Hope 365 invites you to attend the 5th Annual Walk/Run to End Child Marriage and Human Trafficking. The walk/run was established to raise awareness about the prevalence of human trafficking and child marriage in the U.S.
When: Saturday, September 27
Time: 9–11:30 a.m.
Where: Trabuco Center, 5701 Trabuco Road., Irvine
Click here for the English flyer. To register, click here. Visit the event website for more information.
| | Attend SSA's Orange County Immigration Summit | | |
Join the County of Orange Social Services Agency (SSA) for a meaningful dialogue focused on shaping the future of immigrant and refugee support across the region at the Immigration Summit. Attendees will learn and strategize alongside field experts, community leaders and frontline practitioners preparing for the next chapter in this movement.
When: Wednesday, October 1
Time: 9–Noon
Where: County Community Service Center, Brea, 675 Placentia Ave., Brea
Register today, click here. Light breakfast will be served. See the English flyer here.
| | Community Action Partnership Announces Anti-Poverty Summit | | |
Join Community Action Partnership of Orange County for a pivotal gathering where local leaders, advocates, and community stakeholders will unite to address this critical issue. As poverty remains one of the most pressing challenges facing Orange County today, this conference is an opportunity to drive real change by addressing key issues like affordable housing, economic mobility, and food security. Join for a day of inspiring speakers and engaging workshop sessions.
When: Thursday, October 2
Time: 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Where: UCI Beall Applied Innovation, 5270 California Ave., #100, Irvine
To register, click here. See English flyer here.
| | Celebrate Korean Thanksgiving at the Chuseok Festival | | |
The Korean American Seniors Association invites the community to attend the Chuseok Festival to honor elders, celebrate bountiful harvests, and strengthen the bonds of community. As the season of gratitude and togetherness approaches, families will enjoy heartwarming ceremonies honoring elders, traditional Korean performances, cultural heritage and community resources.
When: Friday, October 3
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Garden Grove Community Meeting Center, 11300 Stanford Ave., Garden Grove
Visit Korean American Seniors Association website for more event information.
| | Join the Walk to End Alzheimer's Hosted by the Alzheimer's Association | | |
The Alzheimer's Association is hosting it's annual Walk to End Alzheimer's, the worlds largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. The Alzheimer's Association, continues to support the efforts for advanced critical research towards treatment, prevention, and ultimately a cure for Alzheimer's. By joining this event, you can make a difference for families facing the disease now and in the future.
When: Saturday, October 4
Time: Available after registration
Where: Orange Coast College, Main quad, 2701 Fairview Road., Costa Mesa
To register, click here. For more information, visit the website.
| | The Orange County Grantmakers Hosts Conference | | |
The Orange County Grantmakers annual is an opportunity for leaders from the philanthropic, nonprofit and business communities to come together to learn, collaborate and grow. Attendees will participate in learning labs and interactive sessions.
When: Thursday, October 9
Time: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Where: Anaheim Marriott Suites Garden Grove, 12015 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove
To register, click here. For more information, visit the website.
| | International Vietnamese Mental Health Association's Conference | | |
International Vietnamese Mental Health Association is hosting a Roots & Resilience conference, sponsored by CalOptima Health. The conference will bring together international Vietnamese mental health professionals, scholars, students, and community members for meaningful discussions on ways to improve the mental well-being of Vietnamese communities. Registration is required. In-person and online options are available for attendees and continuing education credits are available.
When: Friday, October 24, and Saturday, October 25
Time: Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m.–Noon
Where: Virtual or in-person attendance at CalOptima Health 505 City Parkway West, Orange
For in–person option, click here. For online option, click here. See English and Vietnamese flyers here. For more conference information, click here.
CalOptima Health is sponsoring the venue, but not collecting any event fees.
| | Medi-Cal and OneCare Information | | You're Invited to OneCare Informational Seminars | | |
Individuals who are covered by both Medi-Cal and Medicare could qualify for CalOptima Health OneCare (HMO D-SNP), a Medicare Medi-Cal Plan. Learn more about this special plan at our upcoming in-person presentations:
CalOptima Health | 505 City Parkway West, Orange
- Friday, September 5, 10 a.m.–Noon
- Monday, September 8, 2–4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 9, 10 a.m.–Noon
- Friday, September 12, 10 a.m.–Noon
- Monday, September 22, 10 a.m.–Noon
- Friday, September 26, 10 a.m.–Noon
Superior Grocers | 1710 S. Main St., Santa Ana
- Thursday, September 4, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 9, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 11, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 16, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 18, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 23, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Thursday, September 25, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 30, 10 a.m.–Noon and 2–4 p.m.
Presentations are only offered in English, and light snacks will be served. To learn more, view event flyers in English, Spanish and Vietnamese.
| | | OneCare Flex Card Helps With Over-the-Counter and Grocery Purchases | | |
CalOptima Health OneCare (HMO D-SNP), a Medicare Medi-Cal Plan, now offers members a flex card (OneCare &more card) to purchase over-the-counter items (and in some cases, groceries) in-store and online. Additionally, the health rewards members have been able to earn in the form of a physical gift card in previous years are now added to the flex card instead. Members can earn rewards by completing certain health care tests or screenings and submitting an online form on this page.
To use the flex card, a member must first activate the card by texting ACTIVATE to 53746, calling 1-855-263-6673 (TTY 711), or visiting andmorehealth.com/onecare. Many members have not yet activated their cards and are missing out on the benefits. If members need help, please encourage them to call OneCare Customer Service at 1-877-412-2734 (TTY 711).
| | | CalOptima Health Adult Healthy Living Class | | |
Sign up for the next Adult Healthy Living class where you will learn how small changes in oyur daily habits can help you live healthier and feel better.
Class Highlights:
- Plan healthy affordable meals
- Understand food labels
- Start a daily fitness routine
Click here to sign up for Zoom webinar. Click here for English and Spanish flyers.Call CalOptima Health Customer Service at 1-888-587-8088 with questions.
| | Shape Your Life CalOptima Health Program | | |
Shape your Life offers interactive group lessons and fun activities through in-person or virtual classes at no cost. Children and teens ages 5-18 and their families are invited to learn how to create healthier habits together.
Click here to sign up for the Zoom webinar.
Click here for English and Spanish flyers.
If you have questions, call CalOptima Health Customer Service at 1-888-587-8088.
| | CalOptima Health Heart Smart Class | | |
Join our Heart Smart Class, where you will learn about high blood pressure, hypertension and healthy heart habits. You will learn what causes high blood pressure, what are the signs and symptoms and how to check and track it at home.
Click here to sign up for Zoom webinar. Click here for English and Spanish flyers. If you have questions, call CalOptima Health Customer Service at 1-888-587-8088.
| | Participate in California's State Council on Developmental Disabilities' Survey | | |
The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is updating its five-year plan and needs input from all Californians. Help shape the future of services and support for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) in California.
Survey deadline is October 15
Click here for survey. Click here for English and Spanish flyers. For more information, visit the SCDD website.
| | Webinar Focuses on Overcoming Compassion Fatigue | | |
This training explores the causes, signs and strategies to manage and prevent compassion fatigue, particularly among professionals in caregiving, health care and human services. Participants will learn how chronic exposure to other's trauma and suffering can impact emotional well-being and professional performance. The session also emphasizes culturally and linguistically appropriate approaches to self-care and client interaction.
When: Wednesday, September 10
Time: Noon–1:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom Webinar
1.5 CME and CE credits are offered. Registration is required. RSVP by Monday, September 8, here. For questions, email continuingeducation@caloptima.org. For more information, please see attached flyer.
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Participate in an IEP Training Series | | |
Comfort Connection Family Resource Center (CFRC) is pleased to host a virtual three-part parent presentation for families whose children have an IEP or 504. Learn about the differences between IEP and 504 plans, an overview of the IEP process and how to prepare your child for success.
When: September 3, 10 and 17
Time: 10–11:30 a.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
Click here to register. See English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Korean flyers.
| HCA Hosts Virtual Oral Health Literacy Lunch & Learn | |
Orange County Health Care Agency's (HCA) Oral Health Program is providing online training for Orange County oral health providers. This training will provide an overview of oral health literacy and why it matters, as well as practical tools and roadmaps for improving dental practices' health literacy.
When: Wednesday, September 10
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
Click here to join the Zoom meeting.
| Caregivers as Partners in Care Teams to Host Training | |
Caregivers as Partners in Care Teams Training will equip primary care clinicians and other health care professional teams with essential communication, coordination and systems-wide approaches to improve patients' health and well-being through engaging caregivers.
When: Tuesday, September 23
Time: Noon–1 p.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
Click here to register. Click here for English flyer.
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