Board of Directors Meeting
2022-01-27 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Community Hospice & Palliative Care Stephen R. Chapman Family Community Campus Board Room, 1355 US Highway 1 South, St. Augustine, FL, 32084, United States
Stephen R. Chapman Family Community Campus
Community Hospice & Palliative Care
1355 US Highway 1 South
St. Augustine, FL 32084
in**@****ef.org

Executive Committee Meeting
2022-01-13 10:45 - 11:45
Conference Call Line Number: (712) 451-0623 – Call (904) 448-4300 ext. 112 to obtain the Access Code.

Budget/Finance Committee Meeting
2022-01-21 11:00 - 12:00
Conference Call Line Number: (712) 451-0623 – Call (904) 448-4300 ext. 112 to obtain the Access Code.
Meets the Third Friday of each month (an asterisk* denotes an exception to the rule)

Northeast Florida Cancer Partnership Quarterly Meeting
2023-08-22 09:00 - 10:00
The Northeast Florida Cancer Control Collaborative is now the Northeast Florida Cancer Partnership (NEFCP). The Partnership seeks to empower communities on cancer prevention, education, and treatment to determine the greatest cancer-related needs in the region.
The next virtual quarterly meeting is on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at 9:00 AM. We will share information and updates happening at the regional, state, and national levels.
💻 Zoom Info
Meeting ID: 848 4353 9669
Email Kim Millrood at Ki**********@****EF.org for the passcode.

Budget/Finance Committee Meeting
2023-09-29 08:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-20 11:00 - 12:00
Zoom Dial-in Number: (929) 436-2866 – Call (904) 448-4300 ext. 112 to obtain the Access Code.
Meets the Third Friday of each month (an asterisk* denotes an exception to the rule)

Duval County Fall Health Fair
2023-10-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Central Health Plaza, 515 W 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32206, United States
Join the Florida Department of Health in Duval County for our Fall Health Fair! We will have over 30 community partners providing health screenings, health resources, and information. Come out and learn how to get healthy and prevent health scares this season!
Precision Imaging Mobile Mammography Unit will be providing on-site screenings by APPOINTMENT ONLY. To find out if you qualify for a mammogram, please contact Katrina Shaw: (904) 253-2521 or Ka**********@******th.Gov.
Sponsored by the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida and the State of Florida, Department of Health.

Trunk or Treat 2023: Inspire to Rise Westside
2023-10-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Inspire to Rise (Westside), 5927 Old Timuquana Road, Jacksonville, 32210
The 5th Annual Trunk or Treat Event at Inspire to Rise on will be on Friday, October 27, 2023.
Come in your best costume for an evening filled with family fun, candy, community partnerships, and resources!
Sponsored by the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida and the State of Florida, Department of Health.

Trunk or Treat 2023: Inspire to Rise Northwest
2023-10-31 17:00 - 19:00 | Inspire to Rise (Northwest), 2901 Commonwealth Avenue, Jacksonville, 32254, United States
The 1st Annual Trunk or Treat Event at the northwest location of Inspire to Rise on will be on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Come in your best costume for an evening filled with family fun, candy, community partnerships, and resources!
Sponsored by the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida and the State of Florida, Department of Health.

1-2-3 Covered Workshop
2023-11-01 07:00 - 20:00
Open enrollment for health coverage in 2024 is coming! The HPCNEF Navigators are hosting an all-day virtual and in-person 1-2-3 Covered Workshop, a health insurance enrollment event to help you prepare.

To make a free appointment for this event:

Schedule an appointment online at 123covered.org
Call toll-free: (866) 295-5955

Important Open Enrollment Dates:

November 1, 2023: Open Enrollment starts for health coverage starting January 2024
December 31, 2023: Last day to enroll in/change plans for coverage to start on January 1, 2024
January 1, 2024: Coverage starts for those who enroll in/change plans by December 31, 2023, and pay their first premium
January 15, 2024: Open Enrollment Period ends

The project described was supported by Funding Opportunity Number NAVCA210430-03-00 from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The contents provided are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS or any of its agencies.

1-2-3 Covered Workshop - November 15, 2023
2023-11-15 07:00 - 20:00
Open enrollment for health coverage in 2024 is here! The HPCNEF Navigators are hosting another all-day virtual and in-person 1-2-3 Covered Workshop, a health insurance enrollment event to help you find an affordable health insurance plan.

To make a free appointment for this event:

Schedule an appointment online at 123covered.org
Call toll-free: (866) 295-5955

Important Open Enrollment Dates:

November 1, 2023: Open Enrollment starts for health coverage starting January 2024
December 31, 2023: Last day to enroll in/change plans for coverage to start on January 1, 2024
January 1, 2024: Coverage starts for those who enroll in/change plans by December 31, 2023, and pay their first premium
January 16, 2024: Open Enrollment Period ends

The project described was supported by Funding Opportunity Number NAVCA210430-03-00 from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The contents provided are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS or any of its agencies.

Northeast Florida Coalition for Access to Healthcare Quarterly Meeting
2023-12-07 11:00 - 12:00
The Northeast Florida Coalition for Access to Healthcare is the re-imagined Uninsured Workgroup. The overarching goal of the coalition is to ensure that local providers and other healthcare partners work collaboratively and identify available local resources to address issues related to access to healthcare.
Practitioners, community workers, and providers interested in ensuring access to quality healthcare in Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, St. Johns, and Volusia Counties are invited to attend.
Join the NEFCAH Email List!

💻 Zoom Info
Meeting ID: 840 9997 9628
Email Joyce Case at Jo********@****EF.org for the passcode.

🟢 LOCAL UPDATE
Monique Johnson, Policy Manager and Health Educator
Tobacco Free Clay
Menthol Policy Update

This presentation explores the historical context of menthol in tobacco products, delving into its role as a flavor additive and its impact on nicotine addiction. It also examines the governmental strides made toward potentially banning menthol in tobacco products, shedding light on the FDA’s regulatory efforts to address public health concerns related to menthol.
Facebook: @TobaccoFreeClay

🟢 REGIONAL UPDATE
Cary Quinones, Program Manager
Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
ACA Open Enrollment Update
Open Enrollment is here, Medicaid Redetermination (Unwinding) has begun, and the Family Glitch is fixed! Learn how this will impact you, your family, and your coworkers and how the Health Planning Council’s Navigators can help with HealthCare.gov.

Cary is the Program Manager for the ACA Navigator Program at HPCNEF, leading a team of eight navigators across our seven-county service area. Cary’s previous experience as an ACA Marketplace Certified Application Counselor and supervisor at a non-profit federally qualified health center reflects her commitment to effective healthcare solutions.
Website: 123covered.org

🟢 LOCAL UPDATE
Jodi Ray, MA, Sr. Consultant for Policy, Advocacy & Medicaid Unwinding
University of South Florida, School of Public Health
Alison Yager, J.D., Executive Director
Florida Health Justice Project
A Collective Response to Florida’s Medicaid Unwinding Process
Co-presenting from the Statewide Unwinding Coalition, Jodi Ray and Alison Yager will provide an update on the state’s collective response to the Unwinding, current conditions, and an Unwinding retrospective of the past year in Florida.
Jodi is the Senior Consultant for Policy, Advocacy & Medicaid Unwinding with Florida Covering Kids & Families. Her expertise is in designing and implementing outreach and enrollment programs in Florida with a focus on health policy and advocacy regarding health care access, equity, and affordability.
Facebook: @USFCollegeofPublicHealth @FLConnectingKidsToCoverage
Instagram: @usfcoph @floridaconnectingkids2coverage

Alison is an attorney with nearly 30 years of experience. She is passionate about addressing the social and political determinants of health that drive health disparities. She is currently the Executive Director of Florida Health Justice Project, a not-for-profit that engages in a range of advocacy strategies to expand health care access and promote health equity. She is a graduate of Swarthmore College and UCLA School of Law’s Program in Public Interest Law and Policy.
Facebook: @FLHealthJustice

❓ If you have questions, please contact Joyce Case, Program Director, at Jo********@****EF.org.

The project described was supported by Funding Opportunity Number NAVCA210430-03-00 from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The contents provided are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS or any of its agencies.

Northeast Florida Coalition for Access to Healthcare Quarterly Meeting
2024-03-07 11:00 - 12:00
The Northeast Florida Coalition for Access to Healthcare is the re-imagined Uninsured Workgroup. The overarching goal of the coalition is to ensure that local providers and other healthcare partners work collaboratively and identify available local resources to address issues related to access to healthcare.
Practitioners, community workers, and providers interested in ensuring access to quality healthcare in Baker, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau, St. Johns, and Volusia counties are invited to attend.
Join the NEFCAH Email List!

💻 Zoom Info
Meeting ID: 873 5123 5410
Email Joyce Case at Jo********@****EF.org for the passcode.

🟢 LOCAL UPDATE
Cary Quinones, Program Manager
Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
ACA Open Enrollment Update
Open Enrollment may be over, but the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) is underway. Learn how consumers may still qualify for insurance coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace and how the Health Planning Council’s Navigators can help.

Cary serves as the Program Manager for the ACA Navigator Program at HPCNEF, overseeing a dedicated team of ten navigators covering our seven-county service area. With prior roles as an ACA Marketplace Certified Application Counselor and supervisor at a non-profit federally qualified health center, Cary brings a wealth of experience and a steadfast dedication to crafting effective healthcare solutions.
Website: 123covered.org

🟢 REGIONAL UPDATE
Lisa Sessions, LCSW, MSW, Health Insurance Specialist
Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Region 4
Inflation Reduction Act Update
This presentation will provide an overview of the Inflation Reduction Act Medicare provisions. The audience will understand the key provisions of the new drug law, and how it affects Medicare beneficiaries. Topics to be covered are Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, Inflation Rebate Program, Part D Improvements, vaccine cost-sharing, expansion of Extra Help, and insulin caps (Part D and B).
Lisa has been with CMS since May 2023. Prior to CMS, she worked in the Managed Care industry as a Business Intelligence Analyst developing and reporting metrics for Medicare Advantage products. Lisa’s federal career began in 2010 with the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Healthcare Administration (VHA) as a Senior Social Worker and Management Analyst. Lisa holds a Master’s in Social Work from Florida State University. In her spare time, she hikes, rides her Peloton, practices Yoga, and travels.

🟢 STATEWIDE UPDATE
Alex DeAbreu, Outreach Specialist for Local Engagement Team
Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Region 4
Medicaid Compliance Interim Final Rule
Medicaid Expert, Alex DeAbreu, will discuss the CMS Enforcement of State Compliance with Reporting and Federal Medicaid Renewal Requirements Under Section 1902(tt) of the Social Security Act.
Alex is an Outreach Specialist with the Local Engagement Team at CMS Atlanta (Region 4). Holding a degree in Marketing Analytics from the University of Richmond and a Master’s in Education and Counseling from the University of Georgia, Alex brings a diverse skill set to their role. Joining CMS in 2020 as a Presidential Management Fellow, he initially worked in the Marketplace IT Group in CCIIO, serving as the point of contact for internal business requests and translating regulations into software requirements. He now co-leads Marketplace outreach for the region, serves as the state lead for North Carolina and South Carolina, and contributes to various outreach projects and initiatives across the region focusing on Medicaid, Medicare, and the Marketplace. Alex is recognized as one of the key points of contact for breaking down different aspects of CMS and HHS policy and regulation.

❓ If you have questions, please contact Joyce Case, Program Director, at Jo********@****EF.org.

The project described was supported by Funding Opportunity Number NAVCA210430-03-00 from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The contents provided are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of HHS or any of its agencies.
