Vaya Health

08/21/2025

Vaya Total Care offers whole-person care, combining physical health, behavioral health, pharmacy, supportive services, and more in one plan. Vaya Total Care supports more than just medical needs. From housing to transportation, these services are designed to reduce stress and improve your overall quality of life. Care works best when it’s built around your whole self.

Learn how it works: https://www.vayahealth.com/get-help/vaya-total-care

08/20/2025

On July 28, Vaya Health joined community leaders in North Wilkesboro to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of the Shirley B. Randleman Center. This center, now reopened by Daymark, will continue to serve as a vital resource for individuals and families in Wilkes County and the surrounding area.

Vaya Health Area Director and CEO Tracy Hayes was honored to speak at the event, which highlighted the importance of expanding access to care and strengthening community support. Vaya's grateful to see this investment in the health and well-being of the region, and we look forward to the positive impact the Shirley B. Randleman Center will have for years to come!

08/20/2025

Recovery isn’t always about big leaps forward. Sometimes it’s about getting out of bed, making a call, or just holding on through a hard day. Every small step matters, and no one should have to take them alone.

Vaya Health connects people to support, treatment, and community resources that help meet your needs—because healing happens one step at a time, and everyone’s journey is different.

Explore recovery services: https://www.vayahealth.com/benefits-services/substance-use-disorders/substance-use-recovery/

08/19/2025

Today, we are recognizing Mental Health First Aid Day! Mental Health First Aid is a global movement that teaches people how to recognize the signs of a mental health or substance use challenge, start a conversation, and connect someone to support.

Keep an eye out for Vaya's next Mental Health First Aid training that helps equip our communities with these important skills. Learn more: https://www.vayahealth.com/get-help/education-training/

08/19/2025

When was your last mental health checkup? Regular check-ins help you notice patterns, talk through challenges, and build a plan to stay well. It’s never too early—or too late—to start. Take a free, confidential screening: vayamindful.org

08/14/2025

Naloxone (also called NARCAN) can reverse an opioid overdose and save lives. Knowing how and when to use it gives you the power to step in during critical moments. You don’t have to be a medical professional to carry NARCAN or make a difference for someone in need.

From January to June, Vaya Health distributed nearly 45,000 doses of NARCAN across 32 counties, putting this lifesaving tool into the hands of first responders, community organizations, and families.

Read our blog to learn how NARCAN is making a difference locally:

Substance use resources, NARCAN, naloxone, opioid epidemic, medication-assisted treatment, counseling, peer support.

08/12/2025

As summer comes to a close, many teens are feeling the weight of back-to-school changes. New schedules, social pressures, and academic expectations can bring stress and anxiety that are easy to overlook.

This season is a great time to check in with them. Even small moments of support can make a big difference as they head into a new school year.

Find tips for supporting teen mental health: https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Kids-Teens-and-Young-Adults

08/07/2025

In a crisis, it can feel like everything happening around you is too much. You might be skeptical about reaching out for help, but when you call Vaya’s 24/7 Behavioral Health Crisis Line, trained professionals are there to listen with care. The call is free, confidential, and open to anyone who needs help at any time.

Call 1-800-849-6127 if you or someone you love is in a mental health crisis.

More resources: https://www.vayahealth.com/get-help/crisis-help/

08/05/2025

Your health is more than doctor visits and taking the right medication. Health also means having safe housing, reliable transportation, and support for emotional well-being. Vaya Total Care brings together physical health, behavioral health, and pharmacy benefits to provide whole-person care—because life’s challenges often overlap. When your basic needs are met, it’s easier to focus on healing, getting stronger, and caring for the people you love.

Find local help: https://www.vayahealth.com/get-help/vaya-total-care

08/01/2025

Back-to-school season is here. It’s the perfect time to make sure kids and teens are caught up on their vaccinations. Staying current helps prevent illness, keeps kids in class, and gives families peace of mind for the year ahead.

Learn more: https://www.vayahealth.com/benefits-services/improve-your-wellness/vaccinations/

07/30/2025

Vaya Health ensures children get the care they need, through Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) benefits.

EPSDT covers preventive well-care visits, immunizations, vision and hearing checks, plus any medically necessary follow-ups or treatments for Medicaid-eligible children under 21—even if NC Medicaid doesn’t usually cover the services.

Learn how EPSDT works at Vaya: https://www.vayahealth.com/benefits-services/improve-your-wellness/epsdt/

07/29/2025

Vaccines protect what matters most—your child’s health. As students head back to school, staying up to date on immunizations helps keep kids healthy, in class, and ready to learn.

Vaya Health helps to support back-to-school efforts across North Carolina, working with local communities to connect families to health resources and wellness events. We also offer up to $20 in gift cards for Vaya Total Care members who receive COVID-19 or flu vaccines.

To learn more about upcoming back-to-school events and how Vaya can support your family, visit:

Summer is ending, and back-to-school efforts are in full swing across the state. Vaya Health is working to support back-to-school initiatives.