Charitable Giving

Our mission is to support seniors and their caregivers in our community with a special emphasis on wellness and prevention.
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Supporting seniors and their caregivers

The foundation offers a variety of programs that directly serve seniors and their caregivers across Texas and Florida. The foundation is also the research arm for the company, engaging in partnerships that explore innovative ways to care for seniors. In addition, the foundation has contributed millions to non-profit partners who serve the senior and caregiver population.

About Our Funders

The WellMed Charitable Foundation is predominantly funded by the employees of WellMed Medical Management whose contributions are matched by WellMed Medical Management and UnitedHealth Group. Additional funding comes from business partners and event sponsors who support foundation events throughout the year.

Center For Research

The foundation also serves as the research center for WellMed Medical Management; seeking partnerships with healthcare providers, grant funders, researchers and universities with a common interest to change the face of healthcare for seniors.

The WellMed Charitable Foundation was founded in 2006 by Dr. George Rapier III, a noted physician who is also the Chairman of the Board. The Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, and the philanthropic partner of WellMed Medical Management, headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.

Volunteering

Our volunteer Crisis Counselors work remotely, on their computers, answering texts from people in crisis. Volunteers create a dialogue with texters who are looking for help, de-escalating the crisis at hand and providing compassionate, non-judgmental support using active listening, collaborative problem-solving, and safety planning. Through this vital support, volunteer Crisis Counselors make a positive impact on the mental health journeys of those in need.

If you are interested in volunteering, contact us at wellmedgives@wellmed.net

 

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Board of Directors

George Rapier, III, MD Chairman
Bryan Grundhoefer President
Richard Manning Vice President
Jimmie Keenan Vice President
CJ Roach Secretary and Treasurer
Barbara Allen, MD Board member

WellMed Charitable Foundation Staff

Carol Zernial Executive Director
czernial@wellmed.net
Brittany Pratt Vice President of Social Responsibility
bpratt@wellmed.net
Debbie Billa Grants Manager
dbilla@wellmed.net
Laura Cisneros Vice President of Senior Community Services
lcisneros@wellmed.net
Tina Smith Director, Caregiver Programs
chrsmith@wellmed.net
Eva Trevino Director, Senior Community Services
evatrevino@wellmed.net
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