Molina Healthcare of Washington Supports Programs Ensuring Access to Quality Health Care in Whatcom County
Rhonda Frazier, Rhonda.Frazier@MolinaHealthcare.com, 562-980-3849
BELLINGHAM, Wash., July 24, 2024 – Molina Healthcare of Washington (“Molina”) recently presented $5,000 to Unity Care Northwest (UCNW) to help ensure access to quality medical, dental, mental and behavioral health care for 24,000 Whatcom County residents, primarily those experiencing financial hardships.
“Molina is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our members and communities throughout Washington state,” said Dr. Jay Fathi, plan president of Molina Healthcare of Washington. “Our support for UCNW and its programs helps to bring even higher quality whole person care to individuals and families in Whatcom County.”
Funds will support programs including:
- Hand Up for Health – For items and services including blood pressure monitors or compression socks
- Mobile Dental – For dental exams and appointment scheduling for students in Whatcom County schools
- Extend A Hand – To cover the cost of prescriptions
- A library of online yoga and QigGong classes, plus a Dietitian Kitchen video series for healthy meal options
- The Way Station (coming soon) – For health and hygiene services to unhoused community members
“We are grateful for organizations that share our mission to eliminate obstacles to care and bring quality health care to all,” said Jodi Joyce, CEO of UCNW. “It’s through support from companies like Molina that we are able to continue the work we are doing to improve the care of Washingtonians so they can live their healthiest lives.”
About Molina Healthcare of Washington
Molina Healthcare of Washington has been providing government-funded health care for over 20 years. The Company serves members through Medicaid, Medicare and the Health Benefit Exchange programs throughout Washington. Additionally, Molina Healthcare of Washington operates a primary care clinic in Everett (MyHealth Everett) and a mobile health unit (MyHealth Mobile) in the Spokane area. Through its locally operated health plans, Molina Healthcare, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, provides managed health care services under the Medicaid and Medicare programs, and through state insurance marketplaces. For more information about Molina Healthcare of Washington, visit MolinaHealthcare.com.
About Unity Care Northwest
Unity Care NW is a local, non-profit health care provider that is part of a national network of community health centers. Also known as a Federally Qualified Health Center, we work to improve access to health care for everyone, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Created by a coalition of community leaders, health professionals, volunteers, faith-based organizations, and concerned citizens, Unity Care NW has been providing high-quality health care services for over 40 years.
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