United Health foundation donated 1 million following Hurricane Ian
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The United Health Foundation, the philanthropic foundation of UnitedHealth Group, is donating $1 million to help Florida residents following Hurricane Ian.
The funds will be distributed to the Florida Disaster Fund, the state’s official private fund for helping communities recover and rebuild from disasters and emergencies, according to a news release.
“Our hearts are with the people of Florida whose communities have been devastated by Hurricane Ian,” said Andrew Witty, chief executive officer for UnitedHealth Group in the release.
“We are working to assist our members in getting the care they need and to support our care delivery organizations, while providing resources to aid the recovery and rebuilding efforts underway.”
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In addition, UnitedHealth Group is partnering with Wellmed and Optum clinicians to dispense mobile clinics throughout the community to provide food and water, satellite Wi-Fi connection and telemedicine services for both medical and behavioral health for those affected by Hurricane Ian.
Erica Van Buren is the underserved communities reporter for The News-Press and Naples Daily News, part of the USA TODAY Network. Connect with her at EVanBuren@gannett.com or on Twitter: @EricaVanBuren32
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: United Health foundation donates $1 million following Hurricane Ian
