ABOUT US
Who we are
Mission
Celebrate Healthcare LLC is committed to ensure that there’s healthcare equity in vulnerable communities. Especially access to adequate healthcare services, Health insurance, workforce development and resources.
Why us?
Celebrate Healthcare LLC is a marketing events and outreach company focused on educating citizens and businesses on the benefits of the Affordable Healthcare Act. We work with municipalities, businesses and organizations to develop comprehensive plans to increase healthcare enrollment by the uninsured.
Founder: Gaylene C. Kanoyton
Ms. Gaylene C. Kanoyton has over 35 years of Marketing and public affairs experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Hampton Institute and graduated from the Civic Leadership Institute in Norfolk, VA. In 2013, Gaylene founded Celebrate Healthcare, LLC, a Health Care Advocacy, Outreach, and Education Agency. She has guided Celebrate Healthcare in its partnership with local agencies/organizations to include organizing over 300 health care enrollment events (Enrollfest) and educating vulnerable populations on the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid Expansion. To date, at least 30,000 people have been reached and over 15,000 people were enrolled in the Affordable Care Marketplace. Gaylene has successfully educated individuals and groups on Medicaid Expansion as well as the importance of voting in not just national elections, but also in local and state elections. She was very active with ensuring Black, Brown and vulnerable populations were COVID 19 tested and ensuring that everyone is vaccinated. She has held over 200 COVID testing and Vaccination Clinics. During the height of COVID-19, she held weekly webinars and virtual 30-Minute Faith Leaders Vax Boost Sessions with health professionals and state leaders to provide updates on the pandemic and available resources. Ms. Kanoyton is currently ensuring that Medicaid insurance members don’t lose coverage by organizing Medicaid Renewal and Enrollment events throughout Hampton Roads, Central and Southside Virginia.
Our Work in the Community
Facts
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Medicaid & SNAP Updates
Stay Informed
Federal policy changes are impacting Medicaid and SNAP programs in Virginia. These updates may include new work and community engagement requirements, eligibility changes, and other program rules.
Learn what’s changing and how it may affect your coverage or benefits.
Get ready to apply for health coverage
Open enrollment begins November 1
Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace offers annual Open Enrollment beginning November 1. If you experience a Qualifying Life Event or lose Medicaid coverage, you may be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period to enroll in coverage now.
Losing Medicaid Coverage?
You Have Options
Virginia has resumed regular Medicaid eligibility reviews, and members must now complete annual renewals to keep their coverage. If you no longer qualify for Medicaid and lose your coverage, you may be eligible to enroll in a new health plan.
Facts about coverage
In some cases, you won’t be automatically re-enrolled. You may need to take action to enroll or renew your health coverage during Open Enrollment, which typically runs from November 1 through January 15 each year.
What to know if you’re not automatically re-enrolled:
Update your info
If you don’t update your information regularly, you could end up with the wrong amount of financial assistance or a plan that no longer fits your needs. Be sure to update your Marketplace application with any changes to your income, household, or address.
Avoid higher rates
If your information isn’t up to date, you may pay more than necessary for your monthly premium or receive more financial help than you qualify for. This could result in having to pay money back when you file your federal taxes.
Tax Credits
Premium tax credits and other savings are based on your expected income and household size for the current year—not past information. Keeping your application updated helps ensure you receive the correct amount of assistance.
Celebrate Healthcare Champions
Below are local community Supporters:
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