Independence Blue Cross stays connected with seniors during COVID-19 pandemic through “Calls of Kindness”

woman working from home in the company of her puppy making calls of kindness

Employee volunteers have made calls to more than 2,000 Medicare members

Philadelphia — May 26, 2020 —Independence Blue Cross (Independence) is staying closely connected to Medicare members – its most at-risk population – through a new initiative called “Calls of Kindness.”  The initiative involves Independence employee volunteers making proactive check-in calls to Medicare members....
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VIDEO: Independence CEO congratulates Celebrate Caring nurses

Thank you, nurses!

Dan Hilferty, Independence Blue Cross CEO, recorded a special “thank you” message for the winners and honorees of this year’s Celebrate Caring campaign. “Our Celebrate Caring honorees this year include nurses on the front lines of COVID-19. And they include nurses meeting the time-honored challenges of the profession, helping patients at every stage of life....
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Independence Blue Crew volunteers continue to ‘virtually’ support nonprofits throughout the region

IBX Director of Public Affairs Programs Courtney McDade and her son color Ronald McDonald House sock monkey mascot, Sidekick

Associates participate in Giving Tuesday Now creating greetings for homebound seniors

For decades, Independence Blue Cross (Independence) has built a corporate culture centered on community service. Independence associates in the company’s Blue Crew Corporate Volunteer Program are passionate about giving their time and talents. The COVID-19 pandemic has not reduced this passion. Although the Blue Crew members cannot physically volunteer at events due to social distancing guidelines,...
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VIDEO: Overcoming COVID-19 requires great cooperation

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) leadership stands in strong support of public officials and health experts as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re committed to communicating to members, customers, and the community the importance of taking steps to safeguard our health. That’s why we launched a multi-media public service campaign, underscoring the message: We’re in this together....
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VIDEO: Protect loved ones by maintaining physical distance and social connectedness

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) leadership stands in strong support of public officials and health experts as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re committed to communicating to members, customers, and the community the importance of taking steps to safeguard our health. That’s why we launched a multi-media public service campaign, underscoring the message: We’re in this together....
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VIDEO: Take care of your mental health during COVID-19

  Independence Blue Cross (Independence) leadership stands in strong support of public officials and health experts as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic.  We’re committed to communicating to members, customers, and the community the importance of taking steps to safeguard our health. That’s why we launched a multi-media public service campaign, underscoring the message: We’re in this together....
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VIDEO: Use telemedicine to limit the spread of COVID-19

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) leadership stands in strong support of public officials and health experts as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re committed to communicating to members, customers, and the community the importance of taking steps to safeguard our health. That’s why we launched a multi-media public service campaign, underscoring the message: We’re in this together....
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Independence joins new funding initiative for area nonprofits to help vulnerable populations affected by COVID-19

IBX CEO Dan Hilferty stands behind the podium at the COVID-19 Fund announcement at City Hall. A female American Sign Language interpreter stands to his right
Philadelphia, PA — March 20, 2020 — Independence Blue Cross (Independence) CEO Daniel J. Hilferty participated in the City of Philadelphia’s COVID-19 Update press event at City Hall to announce the organization’s support for the new PHL COVID-19 Fund. The Fund will provide grants to Greater Philadelphia nonprofit organizations that serve vulnerable populations such as the elderly,...
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VIDEO: Independence reminds community “We’re in this together” on COVID-19

Independence Blue Cross (Independence) leadership stands in strong support of public officials and health experts as we navigate the challenges presented by COVID-19 (coronavirus). We’re committed to communicating to members, customers, and the community the importance of taking steps to safeguard our health. That’s why we launched a multi-media public service campaign, underscoring the message: We’re in this together....
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Independence launches year two of Celebrate Caring to honor nurses

Nominate a nurse at ibx.com/nurses, and Independence may surprise them during National Nurses Week. Winners will receive a $1,500 donation to a nonprofit of their choice.

Philadelphia – March 9, 2020 – Independence Blue Cross will once again honor outstanding regional nurses through its Celebrate Caring campaign. Independence invites members of the community to help the company identify nurses from the Greater Philadelphia area who are making a remarkable impact in the workplace and community....
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