EmblemHealth Community Engagement Team Distributes over 3,000 Turkeys to Start the Holiday Season

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EmblemHealth Community Engagement Team Distributes over 3,000 Turkeys to Start the Holiday Season

EmblemHealth, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers participated in over 15 events across New York's five boroughs to raise awareness about health care in November. The events were diverse and catered to different cultures, focusing on healthy eating, and partnering with other community organizations to tackle food insecurity during the holiday season.

12/28/2023

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NEW YORK, NY (December 20, 2023) - EmblemHealth, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers participated in over 15 events across New York's five boroughs to raise awareness about health care in November. The events were diverse and catered to different cultures, focusing on healthy eating, and partnering with other community organizations to tackle food insecurity during the holiday season.

"The start of the holiday season marks a time to be with friends and family. Unfortunately, it is also a time of struggle for some families across the city," stated Anne Marie Adamson-Serieux, Assistant Vice President of Community Engagement. She added, "EmblemHealth is proud to give back, not just during the holidays but throughout the year as part of our commitment to our communities."

EmblemHealth partnered with The Campaign Against Hunger to host food distributions across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens. At these events, the team distributed over 3,000 turkeys. In addition, the organizations partnered with the New York City Police Department Community Affairs Unit to distribute over 1,500 meals.

EmblemHealth purple table at their Turkey Giveaway in collaboration with The Campaign Against Hunger in November 2023. Over 3,000 turkeys were distributed across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens.

EmblemHealth purple table at their Turkey Giveaway in collaboration with The Campaign Against Hunger in November 2023. Over 3,000 turkeys were distributed across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens.

Emblem Health Community Engagement team at their Turkey Giveaway in collaboration with The Campaign Against Hunger in November 2023

Emblem Health Community Engagement team at their Turkey Giveaway in collaboration with The Campaign Against Hunger in November 2023

EmblemHealth also hosted a series of events called ¡Un Futuro Saludable en NY! to provide resources, health education, and screenings to Spanish-speaking residents of New York. The event series partnered with Frente Hispano and Local 79, P.S.19Q, Alianza Ecuatoriana, and the Dominican Chambers of Commerce. In addition to providing turkeys, EmblemHealth distributed over 2,000 hams in the Hispanic community to account for cultural food preferences.

Community residents receiving resources and health education at one of EmblemHealth’s signature Spanish-speaking event series, ¡Un Futuro Saludable en NY! partnered with with Frente Hispano and Local 79

Community residents receiving resources and health education at one of EmblemHealth’s signature Spanish-speaking event series, ¡Un Futuro Saludable en NY! partnered with with Frente Hispano and Local 79

The team was delighted to partner with elected officials to distribute food in New York City. EmblemHealth collaborated with New York City Council Member Farah Louis, State Senator Zellnor Myrie, State Senator Luis Sepulveda, and Assembly Member Michaelle C. Solages.

More EmblemHealth sponsored events:

  • World Diabetes Day- Bronx Wellness Fair 2023
  • Un Futuro Saludable en NY with Frente Hispano and Local 79
  • Harvest Fest with Senator Myrie
  • Montefiore Einstein Cancer Center Town Hall
  • Un Futuro Saludable en NY event with P.S.19Q
  • Shower to Empower with CRCEC 
  • Thanksgiving Senior Appreciation Day with NYPD 
  • TCAH Thanksgiving Food Distribution Event (Bronx and Queens)
  • Thanksgiving Giveaway with Assembly Woman Michaelle C. Solages
  • Diwali Celebration in Richmond Hill, Queens
  • Un Futuro Saldable en NY with Alianza Ecuatoriana in Queens
  • Dominican Chamber of Commerce Food Drive
  • Gateway JFK Turkey Drive

For more information on events EmblemHealth will be participating in or hosting, please visit EmblemHealth.com.

About EmblemHealth

EmblemHealth is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health insurers, with over three million members and an 80-year legacy of serving New York’s communities. The company offers a full range of commercial and government-sponsored health plans to employers, individuals, and families and convenient community resources. As a market leader in value-based care, EmblemHealth partners with top providers and hospitals to deliver quality, affordable care. For more information, visit emblemhealth.com

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