For Mental Health Awareness Month in May 2022, Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) wanted to learn more about the impact of stigma, in all its forms, along with how and where people are finding support. MHC created the #LetsFaceIt campaign, highlighting 31 Connecticut residents, one each day in May, with unique experiences, who can share the impact of stigma and how they found ways to heal and move forward. Through the campaign, MHC hopes other Connecticut residents will know they are not alone and that there WellSpark Health, a leading wellbeing, disease prevention and management company and Healthbot, maker of the only FDA-cleared health station solely focused on workplace wellness, have come together to create a unique experience designed to engage America’s workforce in managing and improving their health. The innovative, first of its kind program provides participating employees with on-the-spot health data followed by an invitation to work with a WellSpark health coach to help make lasting positive health ConnectiCare has always been dedicated to the health of the communities it serves. In honor of ConnectiCare’s 40th anniversary, that mission was more important than ever. ConnectiCare is contributing to 51 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state through its participation in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program. We continue, as we have in the past, to make donations to organizations that directly support community health in a trying time as well as those that
ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, hosted its 4th annual Gran Fondo on Saturday, October 2. Family, friends, and riders of all ages and skill levels were encouraged to participate in the event, which was held in a semi-virtual, self-navigated format this year to keep riders and volunteers safe.
Riders participated in the event at Hammonasset State Park, while others participated virtually, completing the ride in their local area. Participants joined the Finisher’s Celebration via
On Wednesday, July 14, ConnectiCare partnered with Travelers Championship and Operation Shower to host a baby shower for 40 military moms-to-be. The expecting moms are spouses or partners of deployed service members from the National Guard and local bases, including the Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, or in some cases, are active duty service members themselves.
Since 2014, ConnectiCare has been committed to bringing Operation Shower to expectant moms in recognition of their service and
ConnectiCare, one of Connecticut’s leading health plans, has appointed Dr. Indu Warrier as its Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Warrier will work closely with provider partners to ensure the highest quality care is provided to ConnectiCare members. She will also oversee ConnectiCare’s health care management programs focusing on increasing members’ access to care, improving health outcomes and reducing medical costs.
“Dr. Warrier is an accomplished physician leader with a demonstrated track record of
ConnectiCare is excited to announce that the annual program, Yoga In Our City, has expanded its program this year to reach residents in New London and Willimantic! The program offers free yoga classes taught by local teachers at parks in cities across Connecticut.
Classes are free and open to residents of all ages, backgrounds, and skill-levels, and will take place from now through October 10.
Following a difficult year for Connecticut residents due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are focused on FARMINGTON, CT (May 5, 2021) – Forty years ago this month, ConnectiCare began offering health plans to Connecticut residents. The health plan was founded in 1981 by a group of local doctors who were committed to bringing their patients the best care possible. Today, ConnectiCare is one of the state’s leading health plans, and our mission remains to create healthier futures for our customers and communities.
ConnectiCare will celebrate the milestone anniversary by honoring that tradition and giving back to ConnectiCare, a leading health plan in Connecticut, recently celebrated the grand opening of its fifth ConnectiCare center in Shelton. The new Shelton center is replacing its Bridgeport location and will have more space to better serve members. Additional ConnectiCare centers are located in Farmington, Manchester, Norwalk, and Waterbury.
ConnectiCare center associates help members better understand and use their health plans, and make informed decisions about doctors, coverage, and staying well. Center
To help participants stay safe, the 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo is being hosted virtually. During the entire month of September, participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome to cycle, walk, or run.
Participants will have the entire month of September to complete a wide range of physical challenges and reach fundraising benchmarks to receive virtual bingo cards and earn prizes. Challenges and fundraising benchmarks include:Ride, walk, or run 10 miles.Ride, walk, or run 25 miles.Complete a
Eric Galvin, President of ConnectiCare
On Tuesday, June 23, Operation Shower in collaboration with ConnectiCare and the Travelers Championship hosted a drive-through baby shower for 39 military moms-to-be. The special event, usually held at the TPC River Highlands during the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, was redesigned this year to adhere to the state and local health department safety guidelines and social distancing protocols.
The drive-through shower took place at the United States Navy
ConnectiCare members can continue to use telehealth for covered medical and mental health services without paying a deductible, copayment, or coinsurance through June 30, 2020.
No-cost telehealth visits apply to any illness or injury – not just coronavirus (COVID-19). Members must use in-network primary care doctors, specialists, or mental health clinicians.
Visit our webpage for more information on how ConnectiCare is helping members and the community navigate the coronavirus pandemic.
ConnectiCare, one of the region’s leading health plans, recently launched its “Peace of Mind” initiative to provide members with additional support during the coronavirus pandemic. ConnectiCare nurse care managers are calling members who may be more vulnerable to the coronavirus due to medical conditions or their age and giving them critical information to help keep them safe. ConnectiCare’s service team is making similar calls to members that have previously visited a ConnectiCare center.
“Our nurse There are many questions about seeking care for coronavirus (COVID-19), your benefits as a ConnectiCare member, and more. Find many of the answers here.
Topics:Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms & testingConnectiCare coveragePharmacyAdditional questions Coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms & testing
If I have recently traveled to an affected area or have flu-like symptoms and want to talk to a doctor, what should I do?Call your primary care provider (PCP) to discuss your recent travel or share details about The longer you stay inside, the harder it may be to find things to do. If you need help filling the gaps in your days, here are some fun things to try at home.
Get or stay fitLook for free online fitness classes (like these from Planet Fitness, CrossFit, and SilverSneakers®).Go for a walk, jog, or run (but maintain social distance).Hop on your bike or slip into some roller skates or rollerblades.Head outside for some squats, lunges, or jumping jacks.Prep your yard or garden for spring planting. Engage
ConnectiCare, one of the region’s leading health plans, announced that members can temporarily use telehealth for covered medical and mental health services at no cost.
“We know our members are concerned about protecting themselves and their families from the COVID-19 virus while also facing other health challenges. To make it easier for our members to get the care they need, ConnectiCare is eliminating the financial burden associated with office visits by covering telehealth appointments for any At ConnectiCare when we see our members, we see ourselves. It’s important to us that our communities are healthy and vibrant. One way we do that is by participating in the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act Tax Credit Program.*
ConnectiCare is contributing to 36 non-profit and municipal organizations throughout the state. These organizations offer a variety of services, including after-school activities, arts and media, education, community services, emergency shelter, new housing, and PHOTO: Felicia LaPlante, Assistant Finance Officer, Deputy Treasurer, of the Town of Ellington accepts the donation from Artie McCormack, Senior Account Manager at ConnectiCare.
On February 10, ConnectiCare presented a $9,714.28 donation to the Town of Ellington in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support renovations to Hall Memorial Library.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support PHOTO: The volunteer kitchen staff at St. Vincent de Paul Place, accepts the donation from Lauren La Chance, Public Relations Assistant at ConnectiCare.
On January 30, ConnectiCare presented a $4, 234.43 donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Place in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support energy efficient upgrades to their facility. The donation offers organizations the opportunity to continue the great work they do in our On February 10, ConnectiCare presented a $9,714.28 donation to the Town of Ellington in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support renovations to Hall Memorial Library.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support municipal and tax-exempt organizations. Through this program, ConnectiCare has donated to 36 non-profit organizations around the state.
We are proud to support organizations in the On January 30, ConnectiCare presented a $4,234.43 donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Place in collaboration with the Connecticut Neighborhood Assistance Act (NAA) tax credit program. The donation will support energy efficient upgrades to their facility. The donation offers organizations the opportunity to continue the great work they do in our communities.
The Connecticut NAA program provides tax credits to local businesses who support municipal and tax-exempt organizations. Through this program, Today, ConnectiCare, one of Connecticut’s leading health plans, announced the appointment of Brian Pagliaro as its Senior Vice President, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer. Mr. Pagliaro will lead ConnectiCare’s sales, account management, and marketing teams.
In this role, Mr. Pagliaro will be responsible for the company’s membership growth working with brokers across all commercial market segments. He will collaborate with business leaders, health systems, and others, so ConnectiCare can continue to ConnectiCare recently celebrated the re-opening of their newly expanded and upgraded Center in Waterbury. Elected officials and members of the community joined ConnectiCare for a ribbon cutting ceremony and tour of the facility. ConnectiCare expanded the facility to offer additional health and insurance resources in the Greater Waterbury region.
The ConnectiCare center in Waterbury is one of five in the state, with locations in Manchester, Farmington, Newington, and Bridgeport. October 15, the health plan As part of the Good Deeds program, ConnectiCare employees joined their members in volunteering at the FoodShare facility in Bloomfield. Good Deeds offers the opportunity for ConnectiCare employees to join their members in doing good for local communities. On Saturday, September 14th, over 150 riders participated in the 2nd Annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo. The event honors the memory of Gordon Keller, a local triathlete who lost his life in a tragic accident while on a training ride. Eric Galvin has been named Chair of United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s 2019 Community Campaign.
Galvin is President of ConnectiCare, with more than 20 years of experience in the health care industry. In his new role as Chair, he’ll serve on United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s Board of Directors.
“I’m proud to continue my service to children and families in the community as Chair of this year’s United Way Community Campaign,” said Galvin. “United Way is the power Whether you’re the owner of a mom-and-pop shop or a decision-maker at a larger company, it’s important to know the different structures for group health insurance plans. Knowing these differences can help you and your business find a plan that works best for your employees and your bottom line.
Most group medical insurance plans fall under three main categories: fully-insured (sometimes called fully-funded), self-funded, and level-funded. There are advantages, rules, and caveats to each plan type. Let’s During the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands Golf Course last week, ConnectiCare presented Operation Shower, a group baby shower for 40 military moms-to-be whose spouses are deployed. The moms-to-be are from Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, or in some cases, are active duty themselves.
ConnectiCare has been the presenting sponsor of the Operation Shower event for six of the initiative’s eight year partnership with the tournament and works closely with Birdies for the Brave to put
This past Saturday, June 8, the ConnectiCare Center in Manchester hosted their annual Hartford Yard Goats Fan Fest. Yard Goat players, Ashton Goudeau (#17) and Jordan Foley (#31), greeted fans of all ages during the celebration. Attendees were also able to play with adorable mini goats from Circle K Farms and the team’s mascot. ConnectiCare is proud to support the Hartford Yard Goats’ goal of bringing family fun to our capitol city. On Thursday, June 6, ConnectiCare employees cheered for local officers participating in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run as they passed their headquarters in Farmington, CT.
Over the years, The Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run has become the largest fund-raising event for the Special Olympics of Connecticut, raising awareness of the need for acceptance and inclusion of those with intellectual disabilities.
Last week, students from West Woods Upper Elementary School and Bike Friendly Farmington celebrated Bike to School Day with a ride along the Farmington Trail.
Since ConnectiCare’s headquarters are located on the bike route, the health insurer sent a group of employees to cheer on the students and their own Neil Kelsey, Vice President and Chief Actuary for ConnectiCare, who is involved with Bike Friendly Farmington and joined the students for the ride.
The goal of the event is to promote physical
ConnectiCare President Eric Galvin, Chief Operating Office Robert Kosior, and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Wayne Rawlins kick off National Nurses Week with a Nurses Walk on Monday, May 6. The walk is part of a week-long celebration to recognize the hard work that nurses do for ConnectiCare members daily. Farmington, CT – ConnectiCare, one of Connecticut’s leading health plans for more than 35 years, received two awards at the 13th Annual Stevie® Awards, held in Las Vegas, Nevada on February 22, 2019.
ConnectiCare’s member services call center took home a bronze award for Contact Center of the Year (Up to 100 Seats) - Financial Services Industries. The member services management team received a silver award for Customer Service Management Team of the Year. More than 2,700 nominations from organizations On January 12, a large group of ConnectiCare employees and members volunteered at the Connecticut Food Bank to sort 6,450 pounds of donated meat and pack 400 boxes of food for seniors in need in the state. Volunteers gathered as part of ConnectiCare’s Good Deeds initiative, which provides opportunities for members and employees to donate their time and serve local communities while encouraging healthier lifestyles.
Good Deeds with ConnectiCare was established by the health plan in early 2018. Previous
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ConnectiCare Announces “Peace of Mind” Initiative to Support Members during COVID-19 Pandemic
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ConnectiCare Provides Members with Additional Support During COVID-19 Pandemic
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ConnectiCare Supports Community Organizations in CT
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ConnectiCare Presents $9,000 Donation to Town of Ellington
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ConnectiCare Presents $4,000 Donation to St. Vincent de Paul Place
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ConnectiCare Presents $9000 Donation to Town of Ellington
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ConnectiCare Presents $4000 Donation to St. Vincent de Paul Place
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Eric Galvin to Lead United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut’s 2019 Community Campaign
Know Your Options: Funding Types For Employer Medical Plans
ConnectiCare Presents Operation Shower and Operation Recognize to Honor Military Families
ConnectiCare Hosts Yard Goats Fan Fest
ConnectiCare employees cheer on Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run participants
ConnectiCare Encourages Students during Bike to School Initiative
ConnectiCare Kicks Off National Nurses Week
ConnectiCare Call Center Receives International Recognition
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