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Cooking, Community, and Connection! 🍲✨ We’re thrilled to share the success of the Smart Bites program—a wonderful collaboration between Mohawk Valley Community College and the Center for Family Life & Recovery (CFLR)! Led by dietitian and nutrition expert Pat Salzer, this program brought people together to learn healthy cooking skills while building a sense of community. Held at CFLR’s Camden Center, participants enjoyed: ✅ Hands-on cooking with crockpots ✅ A tour of the Camden Farmers Market ✅ Tips for choosing fresh fruits and veggies ✅ Recipe sharing and basic cooking skills Each student left with a crockpot, a kitchen starter set, and the confidence to create healthy meals at home. We’re proud to support programs that make healthy living fun and accessible! 💚 #SmartBites #HealthyLiving #CommunityStrong #MVCC #CFLR

We’re here to help you navigate your 2026 health plan options with confidence. Visit us at any of our resource centers in Greece, Perinton, Johnson City, Liverpool, or New Hartford and get the personalized guidance you need today! Resource center locations: https://bit.ly/3zilMtw

November has been full of meaningful connections in Central New York As your local health plan, we’re honored to stand alongside organizations that strengthen the health and well-being of our neighbors. From heart health to mental wellness and compassionate care, these events remind us why community matters. Want to make an impact? Support these incredible organizations through volunteering, donations, or spreading the word! CNY American Heart Association The Salvation Army - CNY Contact Community Services Hospice Foundation of Central New York

Congratulations to Stephani Dutcher, Vice President, Human Resources Strategic Business Partnerships, on receiving the 2025 Forty Under 40 award presented by the Rochester Business Journal. Stephani is known for her strong leadership and development skills, high energy, and ability to form meaningful connections across the health plan and in her community. She was among 40 young professionals honored during an award ceremony The Strong Museum of Play. Each year, the award recognizes and celebrates individuals in the Rochester area who not only excel in their careers but make a meaningful impact in their community. #FortyUnder40 #RBJEvents.

Are you looking for your next career? We are looking for ambitious, tech savvy, empathetic and friendly people to join our team! ✅Are you outgoing and enjoy talking to people? ✅Do you take pride in finding solutions to problems? ✅Eager to learn, grow, and advance in your career? We have open customer care advocate positions in our Rochester, Syracuse, and Utica regions. This is a hybrid position, with the ability to work from home, and pays an hourly wage up to $18.80. Learn more and apply today at https://bit.ly/40pMo6T

What does it take to inspire the next generation of communicators? For us, it starts with sharing real-world experience. Our team recently visited St. John Fisher University and Binghamton University, leading interactive sessions with journalism and PR students. From mock press conferences to hands-on media training, we gave students a behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of strategic storytelling and community engagement. Our people bring more than expertise—they bring heart. We’re proud to mentor tomorrow’s leaders—because when we invest in education, we invest in the future of our communities

Learn more, breathe better. 🫁 COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Awareness Month is November. Your lung health is important. Learn more about COPD and other lung issues below. Who’s at higher risk for lung issues? 🔹 History of childhood respiratory infections 🔹 Exposure to smoke from coal or wood stoves 🔹 Secondhand smoke exposure 🔹 Past asthma diagnosis 🔹 Age 40+ (lung function naturally declines with age) Risk reduction: ✅ Quit smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and vaping for good – Find support and resources through the American Lung Association. 🚫 Avoid secondhand smoke – Protect your lungs and those around you. 💉 Stay vaccinated – COVID-19, flu, and pneumonia shots help prevent respiratory illness. 🛡️ Workplace safety matters – Use protective gear and attend training if exposed to chemicals, dust, or fumes. Learn more about lung health at https://bit.ly/3UMxYKA #COPDAwarenessMonth

We’re proud to share that our own Sara Mowers was honored last Thursday night as a Central New York Business Journal 40 Under Forty award recipient! This recognition celebrates her outstanding leadership, dedication, and impact in our organization and the community. Please join us in congratulating Sara and all of the 40 Under Forty awardees on their incredible achievement!

November is Native American Heritage Month. Today and every day, let's celebrate and honor the rich cultures, contributions, lands, and histories of Indigenous communities. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

Fresh haircuts and fresh health tips? Yes, please! Through Talk Shop with a Doc and our partnership with Common Ground Health, we’re bringing trusted physicians right into local barbershops—where real conversations happen. From blood pressure checks to managing chronic conditions, these chats build trust and empower people to take charge of their health—one haircut at a time. Because looking good starts with feeling good. #TalkShopWithADoc #CommonGroundHealth #HealthInStyle