Independence Blue Cross Foundation announces nearly $2.7M in community grants

The Independence Blue Cross Foundation (Foundation) today announced nearly $2.7 million in grant funding through the Blue Safety Net and Supporting Treatment and Opioid Prevention (STOP) Initiative. The Foundation also introduced Community Innovation Grants, a new funding opportunity that support pilot projects that pursue innovative approaches to health-focused challenges in the community. Through the Blue Safety Net program,...
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The Covenant House Pennsylvania Addresses the Unique Needs of Homeless Youth

Covenant House Pennsylvania
Many young people arrive at the Covenant House Pennsylvania (CHPA) from the streets, where they face the threat of severe weather and muggings and attacks, in addition to dealing with the physical stress on their body related to sleeping outside. These homeless young people have poor access to health care, which leads to delayed diagnoses, increased reliance on emergency departments,...
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Tim Williams, of the Veterans Multi-Service Center, Discusses Whole-health Support for Veterans and Families

Veterans and their families supported by the Veterans Multi-Service Center (VMC). As we reflect on the significance of Veterans Day, and the roughly 21 million Americans who have served our country’s defense, it’s critical that as a community we acknowledge and support the continued challenges that many service members face returning to civilian life....
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Why is Safe Medication Disposal Important?

On October 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will host its 16th National Drug Take Back Day. This safe medication disposal event aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications....
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Independence Blue Cross Foundation hosts national opioid crisis conference

Speakers include U.S. Surgeon General Jerome M. Adams, M.D., MPH, Independence CEO Daniel J. Hilferty

The Independence Blue Cross Foundation (Foundation) today hosts Someone You Know: Facing the Opioid Crisis Together — a conference aimed at sharing strategies that promote improving the health of individuals and communities affected by the opioid epidemic....
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Lorina Marshall-Blake and the Independence Blue Cross Foundation receive Eugene Jackson Humanitarian Award

Lorina Marshall-Blake, president of the Independence Blue Cross Foundation, poses for a photo with Rick James, vice president of HealthLink Dental Clinic’s board of directors after accepting the Eugene Jackson Humanitarian Award. Photo courtesy of The Moment Photography. The Independence Blue Cross Foundation (Foundation) and its president Lorina Marshall-Blake received the 2018 Eugene Jackson Humanitarian Award presented by HealthLink Dental Clinic in recognition of their significant contributions to the clinic through the Blue Safety Net grant program and their commitment to the health of the region....
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“Someone You Know:” Malik Williams

Malik Williams
In 2018, the Independence Blue Cross Foundation launched Someone You Know, a national campaign to reduce the stigma associated with opioid use disorder. The campaign shares the personal stories of those affected by the opioid crisis. From those in active recovery to those supporting loved ones, the individuals featured in the campaign are inspiring hope....
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Leading the Future of Community Health: Catherine Reddick

Catherine Reddick
In our most recent Journal of Change issue, we feature six leaders who are making a difference in community health in Philadelphia and across our region. These dynamic individuals were named Future Leaders because, although each one has a unique cause, they all share a dedication to the people and communities they serve. Over the next few months,...
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Leading the Future of Community Health: Nabil Abdulhay

Nabil Abdulhay
In our most recent Journal of Change issue, we feature six leaders who are making a difference in community health in Philadelphia and across our region. These dynamic individuals were named Future Leaders because although each one has a unique cause, they all share a dedication to the people and communities they serve. Over the next few months,...
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Independence Blue Cross Foundation and Penn State host “Share Your Opioid Story” community conversations

Michael and Lorina
Michael DiMaio and Independence Blue Cross Foundation president Lorina Marshall-Blake. Independence Blue Cross Foundation and the  Penn State Justice Center for Research partnered to host “Share Your Opioid Story” community conversations throughout the Philadelphia region in support of the “Someone You Know” campaign. The conversations focused on individual stories about the stigma of addiction and best practices to prevent barriers to recovery....
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