Community Cares Archives - Community Health Choice

STAR+PLUS Launching on September 1st!

August 29, 2024

We have some exciting news to share with you! On September 1, 2024, Community Health Choice will start offering STAR+PLUS, a Medicaid-managed care program. STAR+PLUS helps Texans with disabilities and those who are 65 and older get the healthcare they need to live a healthy life. Let’s take a look at what STAR+PLUS is all about and how it can help you or your loved ones. What is STAR+PLUS? STAR+PLUS is a Texas Medicaid program that serves older and disabled adults through the healthcare plan they choose. This program has many ways that it helps improve the quality of life for members. Here are some things that it can help with: Complete Care: Includes medical, behavioral health, and long-term services and supports. Help with Daily Life: Helps with things like

Teen Talk: Mood Swings or Something More?

August 14, 2024

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss this alert. Teen Talk: Mood Swings or Something More? Being a teenager can be tough. Between school stress, friend drama, and changing hormones, it’s no wonder their moods can swing like a pendulum. But how do you know when it’s just normal teenage angst or something more serious, like depression? Spotting the Signs: How can you tell the difference between normal teenage mood swings and depression? Here are some red flags that may signal depression in your teenager: Sadness that won’t go away: Feeling down for a couple of days is normal. Weeks of sadness, with little to no happy

Understanding APTC

March 21, 2023

Understanding APTC The Advance Premium Tax Credit (APTC) is a tax credit that was introduced as part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to help make healthcare coverage more affordable for Americans. The APTC is available to individuals and families who purchase health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace. In this blog post, we will explore what APTC is, how it works, and its impact on the healthcare system. What is APTC? APTC is a tax credit that helps lower the cost of health insurance premiums for people who meet certain income requirements. The credit is based on a person’s projected income for the year, and it can be applied to the monthly insurance premium to reduce the amount owed. The amount of the credit is based on a sliding

“Rebuilding Juntas”: Community Helps Houston Families and Seniors

October 10, 2022

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss alert Community Health Choice volunteers partnered with Rebuilding Together Houston during Hispanic American Heritage Month for “Rebuilding Juntas.” The primary focus was helping seniors and families rebuild homes damaged during severe weather events. More than a dozen Community volunteers helped restore a home in the Harrisburg area east of downtown Houston. We’re grateful to Rebuilding Together Houston for their leadership, and the opportunity to help families and senior citizens in the Houston area. Previous Next

Community Says Yes Again

November 9, 2021

Are you a CHIP/STAR Community Member? This resource is for our Marketplace Members, but we have lots of resources dedicated especially for our CHIP and STAR (Medicaid) Members and their families at The Sun Newsletter. Click here to access resources and information from The Sun. × Dismiss alert Five Reasons Why Former Community Health Members Should Re-Enroll Now Former Marketplace Members, we miss you! We’re now offering more affordable health plan options. Depending on your income and family size, you may qualify for extra savings by as much as $85 per person, per month! Community Health Choice is still your local, nonprofit health plan with real customer service from people who care about you and your family. Give us a look! We want to be your health insurance plan again. Say “YES” and

Yes to Your Whole Family

November 4, 2021

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss alert Community Health Choice Offers Medicare D-SNP Members, unite! If you like your Marketplace plan, why not spread the word to the rest of your family? As a local, nonprofit health plan, we have affordable options to fit every stage of life. MEDICARE D-SNP FOR: Adults 65+ who are eligible for Medicare and Medicaid Adults 21+ with disabilities or severe/disabling chronic conditions and are also eligible for Medicare and Medicaid Individuals who make $13,000 or less Couples who make $17,500 or less CALL 281.729.0689 or visit Communityhealthchoice.org/SayYes/.

Mobile Learning for Texas Children

September 24, 2021

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss alert Why We’re a Collab-Lab Partner “Every day, we see the value of early education and enrichment to help children get on track for success. I see the need and value as the CEO of Community Health Choice, and I also see the need and value as a mother of small children.” –Lisa Wright, CEO Learn More Community Health Choice is proud to sponsor and celebrate a significant new way to help children achieve healthier and more hope-filled lives. Community was honored to be an early donor with the Collaborative for Children for their new mobile learning initiative called

Video: More Than a Health Plan

June 30, 2021

Community Health Choice isn’t just your health plan. We’re your partner in making Texas a better place to live, thrive, and be well. We focus on connecting you to the best, most affordable health care and resources, not just when you’re sick but to make sure you stay healthy as well. We work life forward for you and your family. That means while we provide health resources and advice you can trust, we also provide resources and programs focused around social support, community support, job training and education. This includes such topics as: Money management education Job training Career advancement Early childhood development Reading readiness Our Life Services team extends our reach to Community Members. Two programs our Life Services team developed and manage include our KinderReady and CareerReady programs.

Video: Diontre’s Story

June 2, 2021

Diontre grew up as the youngest of five children. She was rich in the fact that she was surrounded by family, but they were not well off. Her mom did not have a high school diploma and never held a steady job. However, Diontre and her siblings never realized their family lived paycheck to paycheck. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yfk7xo5w-HoIn high school, Diontre skipped so much school during her senior year that she was kicked out. The principal told her she could not graduate. Diontre was devastated and upset with herself. She met with the principal and a counselor to work out a plan. Through hard work, perseverance and a stringent schedule, she graduated. Among her group of friends, five girls had routinely skipped school with her. Diontre was the only one of the five

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