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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Do you know an organization or a physician who strives to make the Inland Empire a healthy and happier place for all? Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is currently collecting nominations for its 2023 Living the Mission Awards, which will be announced next spring. Nominations can be made until Feb. 15, 2023, by visiting LivingTheMissionAwards.IEHP.org. Continue Reading Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County (CAPSBC) was awarded Inland Empire Health Plan’s (IEHP) Mission INSPIRE Award at the health plan’s second annual Mission Conference on May 6. The award recognized CAPSBC’s dedication to eliminating the effects of poverty through advocacy for community members to obtain knowledge and skills for self-reliance and economic stability. SAC Health, the nation’s largest specialty-based and teaching Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), received Inland Empire Health Plan’s (IEHP) Mission INSPIRE Award on May 6, at the health plan’s second Annual Mission Conference. The award recognized SAC Health’s ongoing support and service to residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. Categories for the awards include Creativity and Innovation, Vibrant Health, Optimal Care and Inspire. The Creativity and Innovation Award will honor a provider, entity or community partner that exemplifies the courage to "break the mold" in pursuit of innovative ways to address health concerns for Inland Empire residents. IEHP's Vibrant Health Award will recognize a provider, entity or community partner that exemplifies engagement with the well-being and joyful life of residents in the Inland Empire. The health plan's Optimal Care Award will celebrate a provider or entity that exemplifies world-class care and outcomes in preventive care, chronic care or hospital care. In addition, the Inspire Award will acknowledge a provider, entity of community partner that exemplifies IEHP's mission, "We heal and inspire the human spirit." Earlier this year, Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County (CAPSB) and SAC Health System earned IEHP's first Living the Mission Awards. This recognition highlighted CAPSB's dedication to eliminate effects of poverty and SAC Health System's tireless support and service to residents in both Riverside and San Bernardino counties. "The work we do each and every day to fulfill our mission to heal and inspire the human spirit is made possible through the innovative and courageous contributions of our providers and partners," said IEHP Chief Executive Officer Jarrod McNaughton. "We look forward to honoring these groups and continuing our collaborative work to make the Inland Empire a healthier place for all." Awards will be announced at IEHP's annual Mission Conference scheduled for May 5, 2023. To learn more, visit missionconference.iehp.org. About IEHP With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid plan in the country. In its 26th year, IEHP is supporting more than 1.6 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties who are enrolled in Medicaid or Cal MediConnect Plans and has a growing network of over 7,400 providers and nearly 3,000 team members. Through dynamic partnerships with providers and community organizations, paired with award-winning service and a tradition of quality care, IEHP is fully committed to their vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. For more information, visit iehp.org. SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)

RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When Garret Lopez heard the 2022 Out of Darkness Community Walk would be canceled because of no secured location, the Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) team member knew he had to act. Continue Reading More than 500 Inland Empire community residents gathered on Oct. 29 and walked on IEHP’s Sixth Street campus in remembrance, hope and support of those impacted and lost by suicide. Together, the group walked 2 miles and raised more than $30,000 to fund research for suicide prevention, create and distribute education programs, advocate for public policy and support people affected by suicide. "For five years, my family and I have walked in memory of my sister Melanie and to advocate for suicide prevention and education," said Lopez about the annual American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) event. "We had been registered for months to take part in the walk and were deeply saddened to hear the walk wouldn't be happening in the Inland Empire. I thought, 'I know where the walk could be held.'" Lopez, an information technology specialist at IEHP, shared the event cancellation news with the company's leadership team, who moved quickly to offer IEHP's Rancho Cucamonga campus as the site for this year's event. With a few signatures and approvals, the walk's new location at IEHP was official. So, in addition to sponsoring the event, IEHP was also a proud host of AFSP's Inland Empire Out of Darkness Community Walk. More than 500 Inland Empire community residents gathered on Oct. 29 and walked on IEHP's Sixth Street campus in remembrance, hope and support of those impacted and lost by suicide. Together, the group walked 2 miles and raised more than $30,000 to fund research for suicide prevention, create and distribute education programs, advocate for public policy and support people affected by suicide. "I take pride in working for IEHP, an organization that truly lives up to their mission," added Lopez. "This event helps families find closure, support and hope. Helping others in our community was a large proponent of who my sister was, and I know how happy she would be to know we're continuing to push forward to erase the stigma behind suicide and mental health, especially for those in underserved communities." To learn more about AFSP and future events and walks, visit afsp.org. About IEHP With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid plan in the country. In its 26th year, IEHP is supporting more than 1.5 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties who are enrolled in Medicaid or Cal MediConnect Plans and has a growing network of over 7,800 providers and nearly 3,000 team members. Through dynamic partnerships with providers and community organizations, paired with award-winning service and a tradition of quality care, IEHP is fully committed to their vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. For more information, visit iehp.org. SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)

VICTORVILLE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The vision is clear. Catch the attention of young people through creative activities and an infusion of fun into life skills training classes, then watch the positivity ensue. High Desert children and teens are well on their way to success, thanks to Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy (YVYLA) and its Creative Arts and Cognitive Life Skills program, which is offered at Inland Empire Health Plan's (IEHP) Victorville Community Resource Center. Continue Reading High Desert children and teens are well on their way to success, thanks to Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy and its Creative Arts and Cognitive Life Skills program, which is offered at Inland Empire Health Plan’s Victorville Community Resource Center. A regular on-site partner at IEHP's Victorville center, YVYLA works tirelessly to empower and enrich the lives of young people (ages 10-19) through life-building activities and instruction in the areas of education, employment and mentoring. To achieve this, YVYLA offers various programs as well as family and social resources. "Three days a week, we bring creative arts classes, cooking and support groups for teens in Victorville," said Terrance Stone, YVYLA chief executive officer. "Each class is intentionally designed and provides a positive environment where students learn cultural awareness, life skills and much more." In addition to the IEHP partnership, YVYLA collaborates with school districts across the High Desert and IEHP agency partners, like Desert Mountain Children's Center, which provides weekly teen support groups. "Like all our on-site partners, YVYLA is committed to the health and wellness of IEHP's members and the communities we serve," said IEHP Community Resource Center Manager Delia Orosco. "YVYLA pours an immense amount of love, support and resources into our youths and we are so grateful and excited about our future collaborations." Currently, IEHP's Victorville Community Resource Center hosts five on-site partners: Goodwill, Housing Authority of County San Bernardino, TODEC Legal Center, Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino County and YVYLA. To learn more about YVYLA, visit yvyla-ie.org or stop by IEHP's Victorville Community Resource Center at 12353 Mariposa Road, Suites C-2 & C-3, in Victorville.### About IEHP With a mission to heal and inspire the human spirit, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) is one of the top 10 largest Medicaid health plans and the largest not-for-profit Medicare-Medicaid plan in the country. In its 26th year, IEHP is supporting more than 1.5 million residents in Riverside and San Bernardino counties who are enrolled in Medicaid or Cal MediConnect Plans and has a growing network of over 7,800 providers and nearly 3,000 team members. Through dynamic partnerships with providers and community organizations, paired with award-winning service and a tradition of quality care, IEHP is fully committed to their vision: We will not rest until our communities enjoy optimal care and vibrant health. For more information, visit iehp.org. SOURCE Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP)