Community Survey to Address Homelessness and Housing Insecurity | |
The California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) established the Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program (HHIP), enabling CalOptima Health to earn incentive funds for addressing homelessness and housing insecurity as social drivers of health and health disparities. These funds will allow CalOptima Health to continue making investments in the community to increase capacity and bolster key partnerships necessary to connect Medi-Cal members to housing services.
We invite the community to provide feedback on CalOptima Health’s potential investment strategies for HHIP: Community Survey - CalOptima Health's HHIP Investment Strategies
Please note the survey will close on August 31, 2022.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics for Kids and the Community | |
Protect your children and neighbors going back to school and before the winter COVID-19 season. CalOptima Health invites community members age 5 years and older to get their vaccine or booster on:
• Saturday, September 17, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. — Key Elementary School 2000 W. Ball Rd., Anaheim
CalOptima Health will be on-site to check Medi-Cal eligibility, give $25 Member Health Rewards to eligible members and host a resource table. The event flyer is available in English/Spanish and English/Vietnamese. Register at 1-714-834-2000 or www.othena.com. Registration highly encouraged.
Medi-Cal and CalFresh enrollment will be available on-site.
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An InfoSeries on California's Master Plan for Aging, Local Efforts and Services for Older Adults | | |
CalOptima Health Welcomes New Executive Director of Senior Programs | Linda Lee, MPH, has joined CalOptima Health as Executive Director, Senior Programs. In this role, Lee will oversee the implementation and operation of programs for older adults and individuals covered by the agency’s Medicare plans, including OneCare, OneCare Connect and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Lee brings more than 25 years of experience in managed care and clinical operations, including more than 10 years in quality and population health leadership roles at CalOptima Health. Previously, she held executive positions at L.A. Care Health Plan and Health Management Associates, a national consulting firm. She is a recognized leader in health plan quality and has demonstrated expertise in strategic development of Medicare plans. Lee holds a bachelor’s degree in molecular biology and a master’s degree in public health from UCLA. | | |
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The Orange County Health Care Agency makes it easy for individuals to get a COVID-19 vaccine. There are several ways to find an appointment. Click here for options.
Vaccinations are also available for anyone who is homebound, and transportation services are available for those who need a ride to a vaccination site. If you need help scheduling a vaccination appointment, call the OC COVID-19 Hotline at 714-834-2000.
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Making Sense of COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters | Join the American Academy of Pediatrics - Orange County Chapter for a virtual chat on vaccine boosters on Wednesday, August 31 from 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. Click here to register. | | |
Family Conversations About Mental Health | Northgate Gonzalez Market invites community leaders and the community to join them at their Anaheim location for “Family Conversations about Mental Health”. The event will take place on September 8, from 9:30 a.m. – Noon, and will feature different workshops in English and Spanish to encourage families to talk about mental health. Attendees will learn how to access resources and services and have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A session. To register, click here. | | |
Educator Expense Deduction Rises | | |
Eligible teachers and educators can now deduct up to $300 of out-of-pocket classroom expenses, following an educator expense deduction limit increase by the Internal Revenue Service. To learn more about the deduction, click here. | |
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Federally Funded Affordable Connectivity Program | The federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), part of the Get Connected! initiative, provides a monthly discount of up to $30 off home internet service and a one-time discount of up to $100 for a computer or a tablet to qualifying families of prekindergarten to adult students. For households on qualifying tribal lands, families could see a discount up to $75 per month. Roughly 400,000 Orange County households qualify for free or discounted high-speed internet service, though only 24 % of eligible households have enrolled. The discounts for internet access are set to begin on August 27. Households enrolled in programs like Lifeline, CalFresh, Medi-Cal, Federal Pell Grant and school lunches qualify for ACP. | | |
Veterans Virtual Homebuyer Orientation | The Affordable Housing Clearinghouse is holding a virtual Veterans Homebuyer Orientation on Saturday, September 10, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about VA loans, CalVet loans, down payment assistance programs and homeownership opportunities. Click here to register. | | |
The Caltrans Work Program is hosting a free shredding event in Santa Ana on Saturday, August 27, from 9 a.m.– Noon. Orange County residents are welcomed to bring up to four boxes of their old documents and Caltrans will shred them on the spot to keep their confidential information safe. Goodwill will also be on-site to collect unwanted e-waste, including computers, TVs, home printers, etc. Electronic devices will be accepted whether working or non-working. | | |
How to Contact CalOptima Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic |
CalOptima Health Customer Service remains ready to respond to member needs as we adhere to guidelines to reduce the possibility of COVID-19 transmission. Our building is closed to visitors. Members can call Customer Service from the safety of their home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We have staff who speak their language. Members can also visit www.caloptima.org and access their member portal.
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