Health insurance provider Fidelis Care and national nonprofit organization Shatterproof, which focuses on issues related to substance use disorder, are addressing the stigma related to addiction. The partnership saw Fidelis Care becoming the official 2025 NYC Shatterproof Walk Community Resource Village Sponsor at Shatterproof’s Walk to End Addiction Stigma on Saturday, October 25, in New York City. This move is positioned as an extension of the health plan's mission to serve its community.
Fidelis Care's involvement and support for Shatterproof's mission included financial sponsorship, the formation of a team of employees to participate in the event, and the hosting of an on-site resource area for attendees. The stated objectives of the collaboration are to improve access to treatment, provide community education, and promote equitable care for individuals with substance use disorders.
Addiction Sigma-Addressing Partnerships
Fidelis Care is Supporting Shatterproof's Initiatives
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Collaborative Health Initiatives — Strategic partnerships between health insurance providers and nonprofits highlight opportunities to address societal issues like addiction stigma collaboratively.
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Community Education Programs — Educational programs aimed at communities spearheaded by nonprofit and corporate partnerships can enhance awareness and accessibility to addiction treatment.
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Equitable Care Advocacy — The collaboration emphasizes the need for tailored health services that address the unique needs of individuals with substance use disorders.
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Healthcare — The sector is seeing disruptive potential through cross-entity partnerships that prioritize holistic care and community engagement.
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