UnitedHealthcare donates computers to help Valley residents with disabilities
Copa Health teaches computer skills to vulnerable populations
Independent Newsmedia
Posted 3/5/22
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona recently donated ten computers to Copa Health, a private non-profit corporation dedicated to changing the lives of those with developmental, intellectual or behavioral challenges in the Valley.
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UnitedHealthcare donates computers to help Valley residents with disabilities
Copa Health teaches computer skills to vulnerable populations
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Independent Newsmedia
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona recently donated ten computers to Copa Health, a private non-profit corporation dedicated to changing the lives of those with developmental, intellectual or behavioral challenges in the Valley.
The donated computers will assist its members in gaining further self-sufficiency through basic computer skills classes.
The computer skills classes help members become more familiar and comfortable with new technology and connect them to resources which help them live healthier lives, such as learning how to access telehealth services for their medical and behavioral health appointments, taking GED or college courses, conducting job searches and learning how to bank and pay bills online, and finding resources for food, furniture, and financial assistance. They also learn about online safety and security and learn how to connect to others through technology like online communities and social media to reduce isolation, while staying safe.
“As technology grows in today’s society, UnitedHealthcare’s computer donation has opened up a whole new world to our members,” said Copa Health Program Manager Camilla Parker. “They are now learning new skills that will help them have a better sense of self and feel empowered to connect with others in many different ways.”
The donations were made possible through the United-Healthcare Community Plan Office of Family and Individual Affairs, which is working to support the Copa Health Peer Run Services in identifying social determinants of health while addressing gaps in care.
“When we visited the computer lab and saw the class underway, we were so impressed by the level of engagement from both the instructor and community members,” said Dawn McReynolds, administrator for UnitedHealthcare Community Plan Office of Family and Individual Affairs. “Our donation to Copa Health is one way we’readdressing the need for improved health equity in our communities and it’s quite wonderful to see how technology is assisting in creating more independent and healthier lives.”
