Suzy DePrizio, a U.S. Navy Veteran and Chief Marketing Officer for Centene, expressed her enthusiasm at The American Legion’s 104th National Convention for working together with American Legion to improve Veterans’ overall well-being and reduce the rate of Veteran suicide. (Photo: americanlegionHQ)
During The American Legion’s 104th National Convention, Wellcare, the Medicare brand of Centene Corporation, announced it has entered into a partnership with the nonprofit, marking the beginning of collaborative efforts to address the healthcare needs of Veterans and combat Veteran suicide.
This partnership will provide innovative healthcare solutions to Veterans aged 65 and older, their spouses, and the broader military community. Wellcare will serve as the exclusive Medicare partner, offering products and solutions that complement the healthcare benefits available to eligible Veterans through the VA. Additionally, they will organize joint events at Legion Posts across the country to educate people about Medicare Advantage Plans.
Furthermore, Wellcare will support American Legion’s Be the One initiative, which focuses on reducing the stigma surrounding Veterans seeking mental health support, providing resources for Veterans in need, and ultimately, preventing Veteran suicides.
Currently, military suicide rates are more than 50% higher than those of non-Veteran adults, with nearly 6,000 Veterans and Service Members taking their own lives each year.
Wellcare and The American Legion are committed to raising awareness and taking action on this critical issue through various leadership and event activities. The partnership will enhance healthcare options for Veterans and their families, provide resources to Veterans, and work towards eliminating Veteran suicide through educational events and outreach efforts.
Interested individuals can call 844-599-0128 (TTY:711) for more details. More product information will be accessible on Wellcare’s website after October 1.
Author: Rikki Almanza
Rikki is a Web Content Coordinator for the American Legion, Department of California. With a deep-rooted connection to the military, a spouse who is a Navy veteran, a father who served in the Air Force for 25 years, and a grandfather who proudly served, Rikki is committed to using her skills and knowledge to provide valuable assistance and resources to servicemembers and veterans.