Molina Member Story

Trinity is a 33-year-old African American mother from Central Illinois who was newly admitted to a local shelter with nine children. Trinity was 16 weeks pregnant when she was admitted and hadn’t had any prenatal care. Trinity didn’t have support, transportation, or access to health services. Two of her children had been to the ER in the past week. Molina’s Mobile Health Unit held a clinic day at the shelter. Trinity and her children visited the unit. She was able to get her prenatal assessment and was diagnosed with extremely high blood pressure. Her pregnancy was categorized as “high risk” due to her history of premature delivery. The provider on the Molina Mobile Unit prescribed her blood pressure medication and scheduled a follow-up appointment with her. All nine of her children received well-child exams. Two of them made appointments for follow-up care. Trinity was appreciative that her family received preventative care.

The mobile unit also gave the family hygiene items including diapers and wipes. The mobile unit visited the shelter multiple times. Trinity was able to see a provider four times throughout her pregnancy. Her blood pressure was checked, and she was supported through Molina’s case management. Trinity scheduled her c-section. She and her family are looking into moving into a four-bedroom home that is within walking distance from the shelter. Trinity plans to utilize the resources from the shelter. Trinity continues to work with the Molina team to manage her health. “You showed up in my life at the perfect time,” Trinity said. “You have helped me so much and I don’t feel alone.”