SOMOS Community Care

SOMOS Community Care SOMOS Community Care is a network of community providers improving health care for New Yorkers under (NSLIJ).

Advocate Community Providers (ACP) unites 2,000 individual, independent physicians with 950 hospital partners and community-based organizations dedicated to health, wellness and social services in lower-income, underserved Hispanic, Asian and African-American communities throughout New York City. Representing 644,000 patients across four boroughs of New York City, ACP was created in partnership with North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System, Inc. ACP’s mission is to convene safety-net providers, partners and other stakeholders to create a culturally competent, patient-centered, comprehensive and coordinated service care model to meet the needs of individuals and families participating in Medicaid. ACP is one of 25 Performing Provider Systems (PPS) in New York’s Delivery Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program to transform the State’s Medicaid system. DSRIP’s goals include reducing avoidable hospitalizations and ensuring that patients and their families with Medicaid switch to a community-based care system that emphasizes preventative care over reliance on the emergency room.

New Year, cheers for a healthier you! 🥂We hope that in between all your new year’s resolutions, there are some health-re...
01/12/2026

New Year, cheers for a healthier you! 🥂

We hope that in between all your new year’s resolutions, there are some health-related!

From more regular check-ups, taking preventive flu shots, drinking more water, taking a few more steps a day, sleeping your hours, exercising more to having a more balanced diet.

Health resolutions aren’t about perfection or extreme changes but making small, meaningful steps that make your life feel better, day by day.

Here’s to 2026: stronger, healthier, and full of balance. 💛🌿

January can feel overwhelming: the holidays are over, winter break is done, and it’s time to get back to routine.Getting...
01/06/2026

January can feel overwhelming: the holidays are over, winter break is done, and it’s time to get back to routine.

Getting back to schedules, work, school, and responsibilities isn’t always easy. Waking up earlier, and finding your focus again, takes a minute, and that’s completely normal.

A few simple tips to make the transition smoother are:
☀️ Reset your sleep schedule gradually, not overnight.
📋 Start one priority at the time instead of trying to do everything at once.
🕒 Build a gentle structure into your day, even if it’s just meal times or a short walk.
🧘 Leave room to breathe with breaks and realistic expectations.

Today we honor Braille, a system that opened the world of reading to millions of people who are blind or visually impair...
01/05/2026

Today we honor Braille, a system that opened the world of reading to millions of people who are blind or visually impaired.

Braille was created in the early 1800s by Louis Braille, who lost his sight as a child, transforming access to education, culture, and independence.

Braille is not just a writing system, it’s access, autonomy, and the right to read for everybody✨📖

As the year comes to a close, we want to wish you joy, peace, and connection this festive season🎄🎉Whether you’re celebra...
12/24/2025

As the year comes to a close, we want to wish you joy, peace, and connection this festive season🎄🎉

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or Kwanzaa, may your days be filled with warmth, laughter, love, health, and meaningful moments.💛

From all of our family, to yours, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Kwanzaa!🌟🕯️🎊

As the days get colder, we tend to close windows and turn up the heat, and this makes the indoor air quality decrease, t...
12/23/2025

As the days get colder, we tend to close windows and turn up the heat, and this makes the indoor air quality decrease, trapping dust, allergens, and with the drier air irritating our throats and respiratory system.

Simple ways to improve the indoor air quality are opening windows briefly each day to refresh the air, using a humidifier to maintain comfortable moisture levels, and cleaning vents and filters regularly to reduce dust and allergens.

Keep in mind these tips to have a safer, healthier, and more comfortable home this winter🌿

The holiday season is full of delicious meals, but indulgence can sometimes lead to feeling uncomfortable.Here are some ...
12/22/2025

The holiday season is full of delicious meals, but indulgence can sometimes lead to feeling uncomfortable.

Here are some tips to enjoy festive feasts without upsetting your digestion:
✅Start with something light, like a salad or a soup, can help prevent overeating.
✅Mind your portions, with smaller plates and mindful bites, enjoying every flavor
✅Stay hydrated, water aids digestion and prevents bloating
✅Eat slowly to give your body time to signal when it’s full
✅Take a gentle walk after meals to help food move and reduce discomfort.

Festive eating is about enjoying moments, not rushing to the last bite. Enjoy and have a happier digestion✨

The holiday season can be bright for many, but for some, especially older adults, it can also feel lonely and isolating....
12/20/2025

The holiday season can be bright for many, but for some, especially older adults, it can also feel lonely and isolating.

This season, small gestures like a call, a message, or simply listening can make a big difference. Remember to stay connected and care for those around us, a neighbor, our old ones, no matter our relation nor the distance🎄💛

With Christmas around the corner, this festive season is the perfect excuse to charge your body with oxytocin, the hormo...
12/19/2025

With Christmas around the corner, this festive season is the perfect excuse to charge your body with oxytocin, the hormone of happiness.

Here are a few ideas of bonding activities you can do with family or friends to boost oxytocin and create great memories together:
🎄 Make Christmas cards together
🍪 Bake butter cookies
✨ Ensamble gingerbread houses
🎶 Decorate your home with Christmas music on

This season, let presence be the real gift🎁

12/18/2025

On Tuesday, SOMOS had a special toy drive for our community in Washington heights with New York Governor and formerMLB players and

The biggest gift during the season is the joy of our children - Happy Holidays 🎄

Winter is here, and with it, the seasonal produce, a natural way to give your immune system a boost.🍊Citrus fruits like ...
12/18/2025

Winter is here, and with it, the seasonal produce, a natural way to give your immune system a boost.

🍊Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are full of vitamin C that helps protect cells and support immune defences.
🥕Root vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and beets are packed with betacarotene, fiber, and antioxidants that help your body stay strong and support overall immunity.

Incorporating these seasonal produce into your diet is an easy and natural way to nourish your body, stay healthy, and strong all winter long🌿

As the air gets cooler and indoor heating is on, you might notice tightness and other signs of dry skin.Here are a few t...
12/17/2025

As the air gets cooler and indoor heating is on, you might notice tightness and other signs of dry skin.

Here are a few tips to keep your skin healthy and hydrated:
▸ Take lukewarm showers instead of hot ones.
▸ Apply rich moisturiser right after bathing.
▸ Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
▸ Use gentle, fragrance-free products.
▸ Protect your hands with gloves.

A few simple habits go a long way to have a healthier and happier skin✨

This holiday season is a perfect moment to practice solidarity and support those around us. Even small actions can make ...
12/16/2025

This holiday season is a perfect moment to practice solidarity and support those around us. Even small actions can make a big difference in someone’s life.

Here are some simple ways to get involved:
🎁Join a toy drive
🍞Donate food
🩸Give blood
👕 Donate clothing

Christmas is not only about receiving, but giving and caring about our community💛✨

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SOMOS Community Care unites 2,000 individual, independent physicians with 950 hospital partners and community-based organizations dedicated to health, wellness and social services in lower-income, underserved Hispanic, Asian and African-American communities throughout New York City. Representing 644,000 patients across four boroughs of New York City, SOMOS’ mission is to convene safety-net providers, partners and other stakeholders to create a culturally competent, patient-centered, comprehensive and coordinated service care model to meet the needs of individuals and families participating in Medicaid. SOMOS is one of 25 Performing Provider Systems (PPS) in New York’s Delivery Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program to transform the State’s Medicaid system. DSRIP’s goals include reducing avoidable hospitalizations and ensuring that patients and their families with Medicaid switch to a community-based care system that emphasizes preventative care over reliance on the emergency room.