Ellen Duffield: Highmark Wholecare Continues Long-Standing Commitment to Hire People with Disabilities

In this episode of Disability Matters, Joyce Bender interviews Ellen Duffield, President and CEO of Highmark Wholecare, about her journey into healthcare, Highmark Wholecare's services, and their commitment to the disability community. Duffield shares personal stories that motivated her career, discusses Highmark Wholecare's growth and quality ratings, and emphasizes the importance of community engagement and hiring people with disabilities. The conversation also covers Highmark's efforts to support members' access to care, address social determinants of health, and the company's response to challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Perry Radicek provides a news segment on changes at the U.S. Department of Education and their potential impact on students with disabilities, urging listeners to advocate for continued support and protection of rights.