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Many individuals living in California benefit from receiving meals delivered directly to their doorsteps. LifeSpring Home Nutrition offers home-delivered meals to individuals covered by CalOptima.
Health insurance providers may cover some home-delivery services. CalOptima Health is the largest insurer in Orange County, California. The provider works with many companies and agencies to ensure clients can access essential services, including medically tailored meals (MTMs). According to the official website of CalOptima Health, “CalOptima was founded by the community as a County Organized Health System that offers health insurance programs for low-income children, adults, seniors and people with disabilities.” LifeSpring Home Nutrition accepts MTM meal delivery orders from individuals insured by CalOptima and other popular health insurance plans. Many people benefit from taking advantage of meal delivery services.
CalOptima Health is an insurance provider in California. The plans offered by CalOptima provide medically tailored meals (MTMs) and other services as part of community support programs. CalOptima was created to ensure every individual in need has access to essential resources. MTMs and other meal delivery options improve the quality of life for many people in California.
CalOptima coverage focuses on providing services to vulnerable populations, including:
According to Cathleen Anthony, M.B.A., owner of LifeSpring Home Nutrition, “As a company, we believe in offering the dignity of choice. We currently have contracts with Scan Health Plan, Independence at Home, Blue Shield of CA, CalOptima MSSP (including but not limited to PACE, ONE, and CalAIM), Partners in Care Foundation, County of Riverside for MSSP, ENP (Elderly Nutrition Program for the County), the Freezer Program, Whole Person Health—which is new to help make the County healthier—County of Orange, Huntington Hospital, HSA, and are starting CalAIM services with Kaiser in 2025.”
CalOptima offers coverage through various plans. According to the previously mentioned page on the CalOptima website, the insurer provides “coverage through three major programs:”
The coverage for each person is dependent on their specific circumstances. Not all coverage plans offer home meal delivery services. Individuals interested in meal deliveries should contact their insurance provider to learn more about their coverage and benefits. LifeSpring Home Nutrition also provides information on additional community-based resources for disadvantaged individuals.
CalOptima Health was created to address the needs of communities around California, including a lack of access to nutritional foods. According to CalOptima Health, “We remove barriers that hold health back, supporting members in need with access to preventive care, housing services, food security and much more.” CalOptima Health addresses the needs of individuals in communities throughout Orange County using services provided by partnering with LifeSpring Home Nutrition and other companies.
LifeSpring Home Nutrition continues to expand its partnerships and offerings to meet evolving community needs. The introduction of Whole Person Health, alongside existing programs like MSSP, PACE, and the Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP) in Riverside County, reflects ongoing efforts to make the County healthier through coordinated care, nutrition, and wellness services.
Many people have unique food needs after undergoing medical treatment or experiencing a health concern. Individuals with a higher risk of certain medical conditions also benefit from MTMs. According to the Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews, “MTMs are designed by a nutritionist to meet the particular nutritional needs of patients according to their disease.” LifeSpring Home Nutrition has a registered dietitian (RD) who works with clients and their healthcare providers to create a personalized meal plan. MTMs are often provided to individuals after returning from a hospital or nursing home. Weekly tailored meals meet their nutritional needs and provide a positive social connection.
CalOptima may cover healthy meals for seniors living in California. Older individuals may struggle with meal planning. In addition, seniors often have mobility issues affecting their ability to shop for and prepare healthy foods. LifeSpring Home Nutrition makes healthy eating easy for seniors. The tailored meal plans incorporate heart-healthy foods that are low-sodium and low-fat.
Some examples of the nourishing ingredients used to create delicious meals include:
Seniors have a higher risk of experiencing heart disease and other health conditions. Balanced, nutritional meals improve heart health and reduce the risk of medical complications. The heart-healthy meals provided by LifeSpring Home Nutrition use whole foods like fresh fruits and whole wheat. People choose from an extensive catalogue of meals, including specialized dishes like meals that support a Mediterranean diet.
LifeSpring Home Nutrition prioritizes the well-being of individuals who benefit from home-delivered meals covered by CalOptima.
Nutrient-dense meals are designed by a chef, dietitian, and nutritionist and incorporate the following:
Fewer added sugars and increased nutrients reduce cholesterol and high blood pressure. A healthy diet with all the recommended vitamins and minerals improves overall wellness.
The California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) initiative offers medically tailored meals as one of its benefits to individuals who need additional nutritional support. According to the CalAIM page on the CalOptima Health website, the benefits “[p]rovides members with medically tailored meals or groceries following discharge from a hospital or nursing home to meet their unique dietary needs.” Individuals may qualify for CalAIM MTM referrals depending on their circumstances. LifeSpring Home Nutrition often works with healthcare providers and individuals covered by CalAIM.
Medi-Cal benefits may also include:
People taking advantage of these benefits often have one or more health conditions affecting their ability to prepare, eat, and clean up after meals. Seniors, pregnant people, and individuals with health concerns may benefit from specialized diets. MTMs are available to individuals transitioning from residential or hospital care. Weekly meal deliveries reduce physical and psychological stress by providing people with balanced, delicious, and nutritious meals.
Many people are referred to LifeSpring Home Nutrition from CalOptima Health for MTMs and other meal delivery services. Many people do not have the time to sit on hold with their insurance provider to try to determine eligibility. LifeSpring Home Nutrition assists people by guiding them through the process of getting qualified for meal delivery services.
CalOptima Health is an excellent provider of community support, connecting people with the services they need to build healthier lives. According to Cathleen Anthony, “We love partnering with CalOptima because of the thoughtfulness in which ‘they’ serve not only ‘their’ members but ‘their’ employees and vendors as well.” Individuals in Orange County benefit from CalOptima and other community support services and insurance providers.
CalOptima Health is one of the largest healthcare coverage providers in California. LifeSpring Home Nutrition provides meal delivery services to qualifying individuals covered by CalOptima Health and other health plans. To learn more about how to access our services, contact us today at (800) 798-5767.
