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49 Local Non-Profits Receive Health New England Community Benefits Mini-Grants

Posted on January 7, 2026

Programs address social determinants of health to improve health equity SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (December 2025) – Health New England has awarded $176,000 in grants to non-profit organizations that are creating more inclusive, accessible, and supportive communities across Western and Central Massachusetts. The company’s Community Benefits Mini-Grants went to 49 organizations in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, and […]

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Baystate Health Appoints Michael Treash as President of Health New England

Posted on October 6, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Baystate Health has announced the appointment of Michael Treash as President of Health New England, effective October 6, 2025. The appointment comes as Baystate Health and Health New England deepen their integration to provide seamlessly accessible and affordable care. Together, as one single integrated system, they are working closely together to lower […]

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HEALTH NEW ENGLAND OFFERS $250,000 IN FUNDING TO ADDRESS HEALTH INEQUITY

Posted on July 29, 2025

Non-profits eligible for up to $50,000 each SPRINGFIELD, MA – (July 28, 2025) – Health New England, a part of Baystate Health’s integrated healthcare delivery system, will award a total of $250,000 in Where Health Matters grants to help address health- or healthcare-related needs in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire Counties. Eligible 501(c)(3) non-profits may […]

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Health New England to Award $185,000 in Grants to Address Health Equity

Posted on June 30, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, MA – (June 30, 2025) – Health New England has committed $185,000 to fund Health Equity Mini-Grants to help address health or healthcare-related needs in Western and Central Massachusetts. Grants of up to $10,000 per organization will be awarded to eligible 501(c)(3) non-profits that serve communities in Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, or Worcester Counties. […]

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Health New England Shifts Coverage from Humira to Lower-Cost Biosimilars

Posted on June 10, 2025

Just as effective, less expensive options help manage costs for all Springfield, MA (June 9, 2025) – As part of its continued commitment to making health care more affordable and accessible, Health New England is shifting its coverage of Humira—a biologic medication used to treat inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and plaque […]

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Health New England Expands Wellth Program to More Members in Western Massachusetts

Posted on March 17, 2025

Daily motivation and rewards increase medication adherence, lower hospitalizations Springfield, MA (March 17, 2025) – Health New England is expanding its partnership with Wellth, a daily motivation science-based app that has successfully improved health outcomes and reduced health care costs for its members. Initially available to members in its BeHealthy Partnership plan (Health New England’s […]

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Health New England Honored as Nonprofit of the Year by Greater Chicopee Chamber of Commerce

Posted on March 14, 2025

Award recognizes ongoing reinvestment in local communities Springfield, MA (March 14, 2025) – Health New England is proud to be named Nonprofit of the Year by the Greater Chicopee Chamber of Commerce as part of the Chamber’s 2025 Shining Star Awards. This recognition highlights Health New England’s ongoing commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations that strengthen […]

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Health New England Awards $250,000 to 5 Local Nonprofits

Posted on December 20, 2024

Grants honor Dr. Mark Keroack’s devotion to health equity Springfield, MA (December 23, 2024) – Health New England has awarded $250,000 in grants to five local organizations in honor of former president and CEO of Baystate Health and chair of Health New England’s Board of Directors, Dr. Mark Keroack. Dr. Keroack retired earlier this year […]

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Choosing the Correct Care When You Need It

Posted on October 7, 2021

As a Health New England member, you have many ways to access the health care you need, and we want to make sure you know all the options you have for choosing the correct care. Primary Care Providers We believe that having a primary care provider (PCP) is very important.* We encourage you to get […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Health New England Donates $2,500 to MHA

Posted on June 25, 2020

Grant to Fund Guides for COVID-19 Intensive Response for Individuals in Recovery SPRINGFIELD, MA – Due to the impact and disruptions COVID-19 is causing on the families, individuals and businesses that live, work and play in our community, Health New England is responding with its COVID-19 Response Mini Grant program, according to Katie Bruno, MPH, […]

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