Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield HP celebrates Black History Month by bringing ‘barber shop experience’ to Jamaica, Queens
To help celebrate Black History Month, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield HP offered free haircuts and manicures to those in the neighborhood surrounding their Community Service Center at 153-17 Jamaica Avenue on Thursday, February 22. Many waited in anticipation as the shiny gold van approached, actually a mobile barber shop operated by Platinum and Gold Experience Luxury Mobile Grooming Spa for Men. While men had their hair cut inside the van, complete with shampoo sink, barber chair and premium products, ladies had their manicures inside the Center.
The event was also an opportunity for Anthem staff to educate the community about high blood pressure and hypertension as February is also American Heart Month.
“This is the type of thing we do week after week at all of our Community Service Centers throughout the city,” said Anthem Community Outreach Manager Wendy Dominguez. “It’s more than just signing up for health insurance…we continually strive to improve the general health of our members and that means everything from food distribution to free health screenings,” she added.
More than just a haircut, barber shops are cultural hubs, spots where friends and neighbors catch up and important issues are discussed. In many neighborhoods, barber shops are a cornerstone of community life. They can be a network of support and a place to lift your spirits in addition to looking good. Anthem brought that experience to Jamaica Avenue where State Senator Leroy Comrie, who represents the district, stopped by to check out the event and say hello to the many attendees.
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