Sep 6, 2022
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AUG 9, 2022
Adjacent to the beautiful cycle track on Niagara Street with its users passing every few minutes, seventy children gathered outside of Buffalo String Works where their teachers, Independent Health, and GObike staff distributed brand new bike helmets right out of their packaging.
AUG 2, 2022
Reddy Bikeshare, in Partnership with Independent Health, Grows Beyond 100 stations
The Reddy Bikeshare Team and Independent Health are proud to announce that 13 new stations are being installed this season. That addition pushes the self-service network to a new milestone of over 100 stations across Western New York.
AUG 3, 2022
Yogathon to raise awareness for suicide prevention and funds to benefit mental health programs
Beginner and experienced yogis alike are welcome to receive the mental and physical health benefits of yoga at the 2nd annual Yogathon for Suicide Awareness & Prevention presented by Independent Health and Power Yoga Buffalo. This Yogathon will raise awareness of suicide prevention and funds to benefit mental health programs at Mental Health Advocates of WNY on Sunday, September 18 from 9am – 1pm (class from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm) at 500 Seneca St. in Buffalo.
MAY 25, 2022
Independent Health welcomes community members wishing to donate essential non-food items to aid the residents of the Tops Friendly Markets Jefferson Avenue neighborhood to make donations at any of the three Western New York Independent Health Medicare Information Centers beginning Tuesday, May 31 through Friday, June 3.
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2022
Aug 2, 2022
Yogathon to benefit mental health programs
Beginner and experienced yogis alike are welcome to receive the mental and physical health benefits of yoga at the 2nd annual Yogathon for Suicide Awareness & Prevention presented by Independent Health and Power Yoga Buffalo. This Yogathon will raise awareness of suicide prevention and funds to benefit mental health programs at Mental Health Advocates of WNY on Sunday, September 18 from 9am – 1pm (class from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm) at 500 Seneca St. in Buffalo.
Aug 2, 2022
Reddy Bikeshare Grows Beyond 100 stations
With more stations than ever before, Reddy Bikeshare invites Western New Yorkers to take on more active forms of transportation. As Reddy Bikeshare marks its seventh season, Western New Yorkers will now have more places than ever before to explore, exercise, and connect with folks using a Reddy Bike.
May 25, 2022
Independent Health Invites Donations of Essential Items for Tops/Jefferson Ave. Neighborhood Residents
Independent Health Invites Community to Donate Essential Items for Tops/Jefferson Ave. Neighborhood Residents
May 16, 2022
2022 Kids Run Back in Delaware Park
Returning to an in-person event to kick-off healthy activities all summer long, the Independent Health Foundation will again host their Kids Run at Delaware Park Saturday, June 4, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. This free annual event, sponsored by Wegmans, encourages families to start the summer in a fun, healthy way with a mini-dash for children ages 2 to 5 and a 1.8-mile family run/walk for all ages.
Apr 21, 2022
Independent Health and its Family of Companies Honored as Best Places to Work for in New York
Apr 20, 2022
Health & Wellness Challenge is back!
The 15th round of the Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge is set to kick off on April 25 and run through June 5. Since 2014, Independent Health and the Buffalo Bills have teamed up to offer the Health & Wellness Challenge as a way to incentivize Western New Yorkers to make healthy lifestyle choices.
Apr 5, 2022
Reddy Bikeshare to offer upgraded bikes for 2022
Reddy Bikeshare and Independent Health announced the official start of the 2022 bikesharing season today, with plans to upgrade the 400 bikes with scan-to-unlock technology. The bikes’ new hardware will improve access to the entire fleet across Buffalo and Niagara Falls, and soon will be available in 90 different locations.
Mar 4, 2022
Free health screenings, resources and fresh produce shared
Several Good for the Neighborhood events, offering free health screenings, resources and information from healthcare professionals along with fresh fruits, vegetables and family fun activities, organized by the Independent Health Foundation returns this year to in-person gatherings in Buffalo, Niagara Falls and other neighborhoods throughout Western New York
Mar 2, 2022
Partnership with United Way Buffalo & Erie County for the Giving Challenge
United Way of Buffalo & Erie County is partnering with Independent Health to create the “Change Starts Here” challenge – a 31-day contribution match program running for the entire month of March. Every donation made to the United Way in March will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000, thanks to a generous contribution from Independent Health.
Jan 20, 2022
Awarded platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health
Independent Health has been awarded the 2022 platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees.
Jan 14, 2022
IHA awards $42,000 to 65 Western New York charities
Independent Health announced the final round of $650 recipients for its “Nominate Your Favorite Charity” program. Nearly 8,000 individuals submitted nominations for the program during the 2021 Medicare annual enrollment period. All randomly selected recipients operate within the eight-county Western New York region.
Jan 14, 2022
IHA awards $42,000 to 65 Western New York charities
Independent Health announced the final round of $650 recipients for its “Nominate Your Favorite Charity” program. Nearly 8,000 individuals submitted nominations for the program during the 2021 Medicare annual enrollment period. All randomly selected recipients operate within the eight-county Western New York region.
2021
Dec 13, 2021
New Care for You program provides tailored care model
Dec 8, 2021
3rd Round of Favorite Charity Awards
Independent Health announced the third round of $650 recipients of its “Nominate Your Favorite Charity” program. Nearly 6,000 individuals have submitted nominations for the program since it began in early October. All randomly selected recipients operate within the eight-county Western New York region.
Dec 6, 2021
First Night® Buffalo at Home
The Independent Health Foundation, in partnership with John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital, today announced the full, virtual line-up of performances and activities for First Night® Buffalo at Home, which will be accessible online for free on New Year’s Eve. First Night® Family Party Packs, including everything a family of four needs to celebrate the new year at home, are now on sale at select Tops Friendly Markets, both for in-store and online purchases.
Nov 9, 2021
2nd round of Favorite Charity awards
Independent Health announced the second round of $650 recipients of its “Nominate Your Favorite Charity” program. More than 3,000 individuals have submitted nominations for the program since October 1. Randomly selected recipients all operate within the eight-county Western New York region.
Oct 25, 2021
13 awarded for “Favorite Charity” program
Oct 18, 2021
Prescribers gain real-time benefit check
Oct 13, 2021
Exciting news about 2022 Medicare Star Ratings
Oct 8, 2021
Media statement regarding privacy event
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Oct 5, 2021
Nominate your favorite charity to receive a donation
Independent Health seeks submissions for its “Nominate Your Favorite Charity” program, which began Oct. 1 and runs through the completion of the Medicare annual enrollment season, Dec. 7. Every two weeks, Independent Health will randomly select 13 local non-profit organizations to receive $650 each. This amounts to $42,000 for 65 non-profit charitable organizations.
Oct 1, 2021
Medicare Open Enrollment Period to begin Oct. 15
Aug 13, 2021
Premium Rates Approved for 2022
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has approved Independent Health’s small group and individual plan premium rates for the 2022 plan year.
Jun 1, 2021
Recognized for Member Satisfaction
Building upon its long-standing reputation as one of the top health insurance plans for customer service and satisfaction in the nation, Independent Health has been named the second highest ranked health plan for member satisfaction in the New York region, according to the J.D. Power 2021 U.S. Commercial Member Health Plan StudySM.
May 25, 2021
Fitness in the Parks returns for the 10th season
Free yoga, Pilates, Zumba®, kickboxing and other fitness classes presented by Independent Health and the YMCA return to 18 outdoor locations throughout Western New York and online as Fitness in the Parks starts its 10th summer season on June 1.
May 24, 2021
Health Wellness Challenge
Grab your sneakers, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water because the Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge is back! The latest round of the highly successful community-wide initiative will be held from May 24 through July 4.
May 20, 2021
Now Hiring 57 Full-Time Positions
Independent Health aims to fill 32 customer service representative positions and its affiliate company, Nova Healthcare Administrators, is hiring 25 care navigators, including several bilingual care navigators, in its customer service department. Independent Health and Nova are looking to fill these positions by late May or June.
Apr 2, 2021
Birthday Box donations
Tenth grade Buffalo Public School student members of the Independent Health Foundation’s Student Peer Advocate Program are seeking to support local children in need by encouraging donations to the Buffalo Birthday Box Initiative online.
Mar 15, 2021
Independent Health Giving Day for COVID-19 Relief
On Tuesday, March 16, Independent Health and the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County (UWBEC) will seek to mobilize community members for one day of giving to support UWBEC’s Join the Fight Fund. All donations made will support UWBEC’s efforts to respond, recover, reimagine and rebuild a more equitable, resilient Erie County in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feb 22, 2021
New Diabetes Prevention Program
As part of a key priority to address the rising prevalence of type 2 diabetes in Western New York, Independent Health is partnering with Brook – a leading digital health platform for chronic disease management – to offer a CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program called Brook+. This structured, year-long lifestyle change program is now available as a covered benefit with a $0 member cost share under all of Independent Health’s fully insured, commercial plans.
Feb 18, 2021
Matched COVID-19 Relief Contribution
This marks the second match United Way has received from a corporate partner to support their Join the Fight fund. United Way of Buffalo & Erie County (UWBEC) announced today a matching grant of $100,000 from Independent Health to encourage contributions from individuals and companies across Erie County to UWBEC’s Join the Fight campaign. This is the second matching grant of $100,000 UWBEC has received from a corporate partner. The first was awarded by the National Fuel Gas Company Foundation.
Feb 17, 2021
Reddy Bikeshare Reports Increase in Sign-Ups
Reddy Bikeshare and Independent Health officials announced ridership results from the program’s 5th season, in which more people signed up to ride in 2020 than in the previous four seasons combined. Indicating significant growth in the popularity of biking in Western New York, sign-ups to the program increased by 222% from 2019 to 2020.
Jan 28, 2021
Health Wellness Challenge Surpasses Registrant Mark
More than 40,000 individuals have now registered for the Independent Health and Buffalo Bills Health & Wellness Challenge. This exciting milestone was reached during the 13th round of the popular community program, which ran from October 19 through November 29.
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