Stay connected with CalOptima Health! Look for text messages from our new short code 225678 (CALOPT). These texts are official and provide important updates about your health care. Save our number today! š²ā£ Learn more by calling Customer Service at 1-888-587-8088 (TTY 711).
For McKenzie Hinshaw, the AltaMed Street Medicine team, and @CalOptima, care starts by showing up. Bringing medical care, case management, and housing support directly to those experiencing homelessness, they help build trust and pathways to stability.
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Have you scheduled your childās Wellness Visit? Regular checkups help ensure your child grows up healthy and strong. Your childās doctor can track development, provide vaccines, and answer your questions. Schedule a visit today! Learn more at caloptima.org.
This summer, eligible families will receive $120 per child in food benefits to help feed our kids while school is out.
California is committed to making sure kids are fed so they can focus on learning, growing & being the best they can be. š² cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks
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At the recent CalOptima Health Board meeting, CalOptima Health Board of Directors approved using a $429.6 million from reserves to increase rates for hospitals and specialists over the next 30 months. Read the press release online: bit.ly/CalOptimaHealthPress
CalOptima Health is proud to invest in OCās future workforce. Our $5M commitment to @csuf supports MSW internship stipends and strengthens access to care for our members. This spring, we celebrated 19 new MSW graduates ready to serve our community.
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This Alzheimerās & Brain Awareness Month, CalOptima Health is committed to supporting those impacted by memory-related conditions. If you or a loved one notices signs of memory loss, talk to your health care provider ā early support matters. š
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Check your mail!āÆSUN Bucks cards areāÆarriving soon for eligible families.āÆAccess the card mailing schedule by visiting ⯠cdss.ca.gov/sun-bucks.
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CalOptima Health is excited to announce that the Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program for CalAIM Round 6 Grant Opportunity is now open!
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The deadline to apply is Thursday, July 2, at 5 p.m. Apply online at: caloptima.org/en/community-iā¦
SUN Bucks, a summer food program also known as the summer EBT program (S-EBT), is back! The program provides $120 for each eligible child for groceries during the summer. Check if your family qualifies and apply at: summerebt.org/ā£ā£
The deadline to apply is August 31.
Men, your health matters.
Medi-Cal covers preventive care like blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings, and mental health support.
This month, letās move toward better health together.
Learn more at: my.medi-cal.ca.gov#MensHealthMonth#MediCalCares#DHCS
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Join CalOptima Healthās Board of Directors meeting tomorrow, June 4, at 2 p.m. on Zoom to learn about developments at the health plan. View the agenda and register at bit.ly/caloptimaboardmeetingā¦
Due to federal changes, starting June 1, 2026, some people will have to meet work and community engagement rules to keep getting CalFresh. Learn more and use our pre-screening tool to see if you may be impacted: bit.ly/4fdJYjs.
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AltaMed is proud to support the launch of the Street Medicine Program in Santa Ana alongside @CalOptima and city leaders committed to expanding care and housing support for vulnerable populations.
More than health care, this work is about dignity, trust and long-term stability.
Celebrating Pride Month with our community! At CalOptima Health, we are committed to fostering inclusivity, belonging, and equitable care for all. Today and every day, we honor the strength, joy and resilience of our LGBTQ members, staff and partnersššā£
Take charge of your health, get screened for diabetes today!
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āDetects diabetes early, even before symptoms appearā£
āHelps you take steps to manage your healthā£
āReduces risk of long-term complicationsā£
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May is National SpeechāLanguageāHearing Month šš¼
Meet Brianne Kennedy, MA, CCCāSLP. Brianne brings her passion for communication and compassionate care to CalOptima Health PACE every day.
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Many adults ages 21ā55 may still be eligible for the HPV vaccine. To learn more, visit cdc.gov or talk with your doctor.
Kids can begin the vaccine series as early as age 9. Ask your childās doctor about getting them up to date.
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