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Medicaid Community Events

Optima Health understands the importance of community engagement and is dedicated to creating opportunities to support the growth and development of our members.

We are proud to offer a diverse range of outreach programs aimed at providing valuable resources and education to members of all ages and backgrounds. With a mix of in-person and virtual options, our programs offer something for everyone.

Registration is easy and accessible online, so join us as we come together to learn, grow, and make a positive impact in our community.

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Member Advisory Committee Meetings

These meetings are your chance to learn more about your health and wellness benefits, local resources, and more. We welcome your questions, feedback, and ideas to help improve our service. 

Baby Showers and Maternal Health

Get the education and expert advice you need to help you navigate your pregnancy journey. 

Maternal and Child Health Education Series

Thursday, September 28
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Online
Register Now


Richmond/Central Virginia Baby Shower

Thursday, October 12
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
In Person

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center

8260 Atlee Rd.
Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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Northern Virginia Baby Shower

Wednesday, November 15
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
In Person

Location:
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
Hylton Education Center, Rooms A and E
2300 Obitz Blvd.
Woodbridge, VA 22191
Register Now


Statewide Baby Shower

Tuesday, December 5
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Online

Register Now


Tidewater Baby Shower

Wednesday, December 13
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
in Person

Location:
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
600 Gresham Dr.
Norfolk, VA 23507

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Eastern Shore Baby Shower

Tuesday, December 19
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
in Person

Location:
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
20480 Market St.
Onancock, VA 23417

Register Now

The HEAL Program® (Health Education and Literacy)

Learn common healthcare basics and other important topics with Certified Optima Health instructors in this free 10-week course. 

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Sentara Health Plans and Optima Health are trade names of Sentara Health Plans, Sentara Health Insurance Company, Sentara Health Administration, Inc., and Sentara Behavioral Health Services, Inc. Optima Health Insurance Company is an additional trade name for Sentara Health Insurance Company. Virginia Premier Health Plan is an additional trade name for Sentara Health Plans. Optima Behavioral Health is an additional trade name for Sentara Behavioral Health Services, Inc. Optima Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) products, and Point-of-Service (POS) products, are issued and underwritten by Sentara Health Plans. Optima Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) products are issued and underwritten by Sentara Health Insurance Company. Sentara Health Administration, Inc. provides administrative services to group and individual health plans but does not underwrite benefits. All Optima Health plans have benefit exclusions and limitations and terms under which the policy may be continued in force or discontinued. Medicare products are administered under an agreement with Sentara Health Plans and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS.) Medicaid and FAMIS products are administered under an agreement with Sentara Health Plans and the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS.)