Modivcare Inc. (Nasdaq: MODV), a technology-driven healthcare services company, is teaming up with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) to launch the Caring Hearts Initiative in Camden County, New Jersey. This initiative, through Modivcare’s Higi service, aims to deliver crucial supportive care services to communities facing significant health disparities.
The Caring Hearts Initiative, a community-driven program, is partnering with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and Modivcare to enhance health and nutrition resources in Camden County, New Jersey. This initiative aims to address health disparities by leveraging national organizations, local community partners, and corner store owners.
Key Activities in Camden County:
- Higi Stations: These health stations are placed in the community to screen for hypertension, obesity, and diabetes risks, promoting awareness and education.
- Resource Connection: The initiative connects residents with food insecurity resources, offering financial incentives through The Food Trust for community members and local store owners to stock fresh produce.
- Educational Materials: Health stations distribute information on heart disease risk factors and access to heart health resources via CardioSmart, ACC’s patient engagement program.
- Coalition of Partners: Collaborating with Modivcare, ACC, The Food Trust, and local store owners, the initiative aims to deliver essential health and nutrition resources to underserved communities.
Milestones and Achievements:
- Risk Assessments: The Caring Hearts Higi Stations have conducted 400,000 heart risk tests nationally, providing valuable data on cardiovascular risk.
- Vaccine Awareness Program: Supported by a grant from the Council of Medical Specialty Societies (CMSS), the initiative educates communities on the importance of immunizations for heart disease and stroke prevention.
- Partnerships: Long-standing collaborations address key health barriers through multi-year programs.
- Higi Station Impact: Over 4,000 screenings have been conducted in Camden, enhancing health awareness and early detection of chronic conditions.
Statements from Partners:
L. Heath Sampson, President and CEO of Modivcare, stated, “We are proud to partner with the ACC and The Food Trust on the Caring Hearts Initiative. This collaboration allows us to connect with local partners and make a meaningful impact by providing essential health and nutrition resources.”
Dick Kovacs, MD, MACC, Chief Medical Officer of the ACC, added, “The Caring Hearts Initiative aims to support food security, nutrition, and health screenings, directly impacting heart health. This initiative demonstrates how strategic partnerships can address health disparities effectively.”
Nyssa Entrekin, MS, RD, Associate Director of Community-Based Programming at The Food Trust, said, “We’re honored to contribute to the Caring Hearts Initiative, which enhances access to healthy food and nutrition education. The addition of blood pressure machines to local stores has been transformative for the community.”
The Caring Hearts Initiative operates in three cities, with 12 corner stores and community center locations, and has completed over 9,500 screenings. This initiative highlights the power of collaboration in driving social change and ensuring access to health resources for all.
About Modivcare
Modivcare Inc. (Nasdaq: MODV) is a technology-enabled healthcare services company offering integrated supportive care solutions for public and private payors. Specializing in non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT), personal care, and remote patient monitoring, Modivcare addresses social determinants of health (SDoH) to improve care access, reduce costs, and enhance outcomes.
