Organizations Receive Grants to Support Post-Ida Recovery
Date: 09/29/21
Grants address social determinants of health in local communities
Baton Rouge, La. (September 29, 2021) – Louisiana Healthcare Connections has announced that four organizations in some of Hurricane Ida’s hardest hit areas have been awarded $260,000 in funding to aid in critical relief and recovery efforts.
“Hurricane Ida came ashore as a Category 4 storm with some of the strongest winds in history, dealing a devastating blow to communities across southeast Louisiana,” said Jamie Schlottman, CEO & Plan President, Louisiana Healthcare Connections. “Many of our employees live and work in these communities, so they have seen the need first-hand and have been on-the-ground to assist with initial community relief efforts. We have checked in on our members in affected areas and have opened up a mental health hotline to the public, but funding community partners and healthcare providers to continue to supply so many needed resources is one more way we can help our communities recover.”
The following organizations will utilize funding to address the social service and healthcare needs of those affected by Hurricane Ida.
Bayou Community Foundations - a leading coordinator of relief donations for Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes as well as Grand Isle. Funds will be used to support critical relief, recovery, and rebuilding services for local residents.
Teche Action Clinic - a leading primary care provider in Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes. They operate nine clinics and six school-based health centers in the areas affected by Hurricane Ida. Funds will be used for rebuilding area medical services.
Northshore Community Foundation - serves a four-parish area, including Tangipahoa Parish which was the hardest-hit parish outside of the bayou region. Funds would be used for critical relief, recovery and rebuilding services to benefit the Medicaid population.
Funds for People of the Bayou - a local nonprofit. Funds will be used to provide assistance to those who have lost their homes in Terrebonne parish, in addition to providing water, ice, gas, hot meals, and helping to coordinate FEMA assistance.
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About Louisiana Healthcare Connections
A Medicaid managed care organization, Louisiana Healthcare Connections was established in 2011 to provide the best benefits and programs possible in order to improve the overall health of the families and communities we serve. Today, we are a healthcare company focused on identifying and removing institutional barriers to good health with sustainable solutions that reduce health disparities and create health equity. Through a family of engaged employees, dedicated providers and diverse community partners, we deliver care for the health of all. For more information, visit www.LouisianaHealthConnect.com