 | | | "Talk is cheap, voting is free; take it to the polls." ― Nanette L. Avery | | | | Welcome to Health Equity Solutions' monthly newsletter! Have content to contribute? Fill out this form.
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Know someone who might be interested in receiving our newsletter? Share this subscription link! | | | | Dear Friend, Thank you for celebrating 10 YEARS of Health Equity Solutions! We’re overflowing with gratitude for the incredible support and energy we felt during our 10th Anniversary Celebration! Your partnership and advocacy have strengthened our network, and we are more than ready to drive meaningful progress for the people of Connecticut. We also want to thank our guest of honor, Michelle Browder, the mother of gynecology. We appreciate you taking the time to share your insights and words of wisdom. Please enjoy the photos from this memorable event, and thank you for being an integral part of our journey. Here’s to the next decade of progress and equity! Sincerely, HES Team P.S. Scroll for regular updates!  | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | The Last Day to Vote in the 2024 Election Season is Less Than A Week Away! Voter Registration: Still need to register to vote? You can do it today! Same Day Registration allows eligible voters to register and cast their ballot in person, whether you are not registered or have registered but changed your address. This option is available during Early Voting and on Election Day. Don’t wait—make your vote count! Click here to learn more about voting eligibility in our state. Early Voting: Early Voting allows you to vote in person before Election Day. Connecticut's Early Voting period started on Monday, October 21, and will end on Sunday, November 3. You can find your Early Voting location here. Early voting locations will include Same Day Voter Registration. - Regular Hours: Oct 30; Nov 1-3 | 10 am – 6 pm
- Extended Hours: Oct 31 | 8 am – 8 pm
Click here to learn more about Early Voting in our state. ➡️ FYI! Connecticut has an important ballot question this election! Be sure to answer it. “Should the state Constitution be changed to allow everyone to vote by absentee ballot?" - Why is this important? Changing the state Constitution to allow everyone to vote by absentee ballot without reason increases voter accessibility, encourages higher voter turnout, and provides flexibility for all eligible voters to participate in elections.
Other Policy Updates: Do you need health insurance? Open Enrollment begins November 1st, 2024 Open enrollment through Access Health CT begins November 1st. You can shop for, compare, and enroll in or renew a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) or Stand-Alone Dental Plan (SADP) here. DACA recipients can get health insurance coverage via Access Health CT DACA recipients can now enroll in health insurance coverage through Access Health CT. They may also be eligible for Advance Premium Tax Credits (APTCs) or Cost-Sharing Reductions (CSRs), depending on their income, address, and household size. | | | | | | | Voting is inextricably linked to health. Want to learn how? Read HES' newest blog post by our Community Engagement Manager, Katia Ruesta-Daley. Here's an excerpt: | | "As we approach the November elections, remember the power you hold in shaping the health of your community. Elected officials at the federal, state, and local levels play a key role in determining the policies that impact healthcare, housing, and education across the state. By voting, you can make sure that these policies promote health equity and support the well-being of all Connecticut residents. Make sure your voice is heard this election season. Voting is more than a civic duty—it’s a powerful way to create a healthier, more equitable Connecticut." — Katia Ruesta-Daley | | | | | | | | | | Congratulations to our Director of Social Enterprise, Taylor Tucker! Taylor was recently appointed a Board Member of Partnership for Strong Communities. PSC is a non-profit organization that works to expand housing opportunities in Connecticut through collective power, civic engagement, and policy strategy! Congratulations Taylor!  | | Welcome Adriana López de Victoria, our new Community Engagement & Advocacy Intern! Adriana López de Victoria is a Master of Public Health candidate at the University of Connecticut, where she has cultivated a passion for policy advocacy, social epidemiology, and chronic disease prevention. After completing her MPH, she hopes to attend medical school and utilize her multidisciplinary background to continue working towards a more equitable and accessible medical system as a practicing public health physician and policy advocate. Welcome Adriana! | |  | | | | | | | | Join CPHA for their annual conference on Monday, November 18th at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, Connecticut. This year’s theme is “Building Healthier Communities Together: Centering on Community for Changemaking. Learn more here.  | | Connecticut Affordable Housing Conference The Partnership for Strong Communities invites you to attend this year’s Connecticut Affordable Housing Conference (CAHC) on November 18-19, 2024. This year’s theme is "Here for Housing." The CAHC is a valuable opportunity to come together, collaborate, and drive meaningful change in housing affordability, creation, choice, and stability throughout our state. Register here. | |  | | | | | | | Stay informed about the latest developments in health equity, social determinants of health, racial justice, and more! Every week, we feature relevant news articles and reports on our social media. Check out a few highlights below: | | | | Made it this far? Thank you so much for reading our updates! We appreciate your support. If you have any questions, please email info@hesct.org. Best, HES Team | | | | | | Health Equity Solutions
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