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Superior HealthPlan Distributes $200,000 to Support Texas Communities

Recently, Superior HealthPlan, a prominent managed care organization based in Texas and a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, announced the allocation of $200,000 in grants to twenty community organizations and healthcare providers across the state. This initiative, which aims to bridge the healthcare gap for economically disadvantaged communities, reflects Superior’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of Texans.

In her statement, Dr. Susan Mills, the Vice President of Population Health and Clinical Operations at Superior, expressed excitement over the grant recipients this year. She emphasized the importance of community involvement, saying, “We’re proud to support these community-based organizations and providers as they work to create positive impacts in the lives of Texans.”

The grants target various needs in low-income neighborhoods, addressing issues such as food security, health services access, and educational resources. Here are highlights of some recipient organizations and their respective projects:

Community Grant Winners

• - Her Pantry (El Paso): Funding will be used to purchase diapers and wipes, expanding their diaper distribution program.
• - City of Wichita Falls Parks & Recreation (Wichita Falls): These funds will go towards replacing outdated exercise equipment utilized in their senior fitness program.
• - Early Learning Center of Lubbock (Lubbock): The grant will facilitate the purchase of necessary health and safety equipment for five centers.
• - Parmer Lane Elementary School (Austin): Funds are allocated to construct a community walking trail that fosters physical activity.
• - Shepherd's Heart (Waco): The grant will expand their food distribution network to assist more families in need.
• - REACH Inc. (Dallas): This funding will help develop and implement a curriculum focused on independent living skills for people with disabilities.
• - YMCA of Greater San Antonio (San Antonio): Support for four family events aimed at tackling non-medical drivers of health issues.
• - Prairie View A&M University (McAllen): Workshops on summer safety, financial literacy, and conservation will be offered to residents.

Provider Grant Winners

Alongside community grants, several key organizations in the healthcare sector also received funding:

• - Thrive Counseling & Wellness (El Paso): This grant will be utilized to enhance training for play therapists, ensuring a higher quality of service for clients.
• - St. Joseph's Home Health (Wichita Falls): Funding will be aimed at acquiring assistive tools to support the mobility of seniors.
• - Regence Health Network (Lubbock): The purchase of diabetic retinopathy screening instruments will aid in early disease detection.
• - Lone Star Circle of Care (Austin): Funds will assist in acquiring a handheld digital retinal camera to improve imaging during primary care visits.
• - Killeen Pediatric Care Clinic (Killeen): They plan to use the funding to buy a screening tool for early detection of vision abnormalities in infants.

Since its establishment, Superior HealthPlan has aimed to address the social determinants of health, which encompass food access, housing stability, education, and economic security. With over $940,000 allocated since 2020 to numerous community partners, their initiative has significantly impacted health equity efforts throughout Texas.

In total, Superior HealthPlan has granted $11.9 million in various contributions, with the primary objective of fostering healthier communities. To learn more about their grant program and the impact of these funds, visit Superior HealthPlan's Grants Page. This substantial support initiative not only addresses immediate needs but also encourages long-term growth and resilience within Texas's vulnerable populations.

Superior HealthPlan continues to place a strong emphasis on community involvement, involving its approximately 3,500 employees across the state. The organization’s long-standing goal is to create a