Teaming up to make a difference.

As the team’s official Health and Wellness partner and front of jersey sponsor, Anthem is working with the Roots to enhance the lives of our communities with a focus on health and wellness, mental and maternal health, food insecurities, education, and social justice.

Together, we pledge to jointly support efforts aimed at making a measurable impact through community outreach programs, anti-racist and justice projects, food drives, youth sports and coach development programs, exercise and health education programs, mental health initiatives, and much more.

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Here’s to small businesses that
make a big difference

Anthem Blue Cross has teamed up with ­Oakland Roots to spotlight deserving local small businesses. The goal — improving the lives of the people, businesses, and communities in Oakland.

Fans have the opportunity to nominate their favorite small businesses, and we select eight winners to honor throughout each season. Each winner receives a $1,000 donation, a VIP gameday experience for two, social media promotion on Roots’ channels, and gameday recognition.

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Random acts of kindness —
here, there, everywhere

We can all use a little more kindness in our lives. In fact, kindness in our communities can boost health and well-being for everyone.

That’s why Anthem Blue Cross and Oakland Roots launched a Random Acts of Kindness initiative. From donating Charly soccer cleats to Soccer Without Borders Oakland to giving diners gift cards at the beloved Mexican restaurant, TODOS, we’re helping people and communities throughout Oakland.

We’re not stopping there. Look out for Anthem and Roots in your neighborhood for our next Random Act of Kindness.

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Food as Medicine

Consistent access to nutritious food is vital for your health and well-being. Those who lack it are at higher risk for many health conditions, like high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes.

At Anthem, we believe that food is medicine. Food insecurity, the lack of consistent access to healthy, nutritious food, is one of the most commonly reported unmet health-related social needs in the United States, with 40 percent of households reporting moderate to high levels of food insecurity. Consistent access to nutritious food is an essential part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Foods that promote health

Whole foods have powerful benefits that can help you in countless ways. While eating fruits and vegetables is the easiest way to be healthy, here are some foods that are particularly good for you:

• Avocados
• Berries
• Cruciferous vegetables (e.g., arugula, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, radishes, watercress)
• Fatty fish (e.g., herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines, trout, tuna)
• Green Tea
• Herbs (e.g., oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage)
• Honey
• Mushrooms
• Nuts
• Olive Oil
• Seaweed
• Spices (e.g., cayenne, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, peppermint, turmeric)

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Let’s prioritize mental health

A lot has changed in the world over the last few years. More of us are working from home, kids often spend hours on social media, and daily stressors have only become more stressful.

For this reason, mental health is on our minds, especially at Anthem Blue Cross. We know an estimated 70% of primary care visits¹ are driven by mental health concerns. In addition, the National Institutes of Health say that nearly 20% of children and adolescents ages 3 to 17 have a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral condition.

Considering this data, we’re more determined than ever to be there for you and your family. That’s why we’re championing mental health support, such as:

• Keeping costs and copays down to promote equitable access to quality behavioral health services.
• Coordinating care between behavioral health specialists and primary care doctors.
• Partnering with local organizations that offer virtual care.

Learn more about Anthem and our mental health resources or find a health plan that’s right for you.

¹ National Institute of Mental Health: Suicide (accessed May 2023)