The Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) in Valhalla and United Way”™s 211 Helpline in White Plains are partnering to distribute information about the Covid-19 vaccine to residents in the Hudson Valley.
“WMCHealth and our Health Equity Task Force are committed to making sure the Covid-19 vaccine information is distributed in an equitable and inclusive manner,” said Michael D. Israel, president and CEO of WMCHealth. “Partnering with United Way”™s 211 Helpline allows us to reach thousands of individuals in their primary language.”
“Having access to the most up-to-date information is important to our 211 call specialists who are helping callers understand how to navigate through the vaccine process,” said Tom Gabriel, president and CEO of United Way of Westchester and Putnam.
The partnership call center will generate regular reports on metrics and the type of Covid-related questions it receives, which can help WMCHealth and the Health Equity Task Force update or create new information and materials.
The 211 Helpline, run locally by United Way of Westchester and Putnam, is a free and confidential information and referral service available 27/4, 365 days a year in more than 200 languages. Individuals can dial 211, text their zip code to 898211 or visit 211hudsonvalley.org for help with their health and human service needs.
