PROVIDENCE – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Medicare Advantage members now have free access to a companionship program for seniors.
Papa, a service that connects older adults with “Pals” who can help with everyday tasks, transportation, companionship and with navigating technology, is also available to people in the new BlueRI for Duals program who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid.
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Eligible Blue Cross members will receive 60 hours per year of personalized assistance from a Papa Pal.
“The last two years have shown us the importance of staying connected to a community of support,” said Melissa Cummings, Blue Cross executive vice president and chief customer officer. “Bringing Papa’s network to our Medicare Advantage customers is just one of the many ways we help our members manage their overall health and well-being. A Papa Pal can help with everything from transportation to a medical visit, to setting up technology in the home, to helping prepare a meal. I am proud to offer this proven service to help Rhode Islanders stay connected.”
Elizabeth Graham is a PBN contributing writer.
