For some Oklahoma families, healthcare isn’t just a necessity – it’s a constant balancing act. Medical bills can pile up, checkups get delayed and parents are sometimes forced to make difficult decisions, like choosing between putting food on the table or paying for an unexpected doctor’s visit. Even with standard health coverage, it’s often not enough to ease the everyday pressures of family life.
That’s where SoonerSelect comes in. Designed to provide affordable, comprehensive healthcare, SoonerSelect health plans offer eligible families extra support and valuable benefits that make it easier to stay healthy and manage family well-being.
With open enrollment running from May 1 to June 13, 2025, families have the opportunity to explore their options and choose the plan that best fits their needs. Those already in a SoonerSelect plan who don’t take action will remain in their current coverage. But for many, this is a chance to access benefits that truly make a difference.
More than just healthcare
To illustrate the journey of a member, let’s take the hypothetical example of Ashley, a 28-year-old single mother working hard to support her child while preparing for the arrival of a new baby. With everyday expenses and unexpected costs adding up, she would be looking for support that goes beyond the basics.
During open enrollment, Ashley would review her options and enroll in a SoonerSelect plan designed specifically to support families like hers. What she would find isn’t just health coverage. It’s a full network of care and resources tailored to her needs.
Support at every step
Once enrolled, Ashley would be paired with a Care Manager, a dedicated expert who would guide her through her pregnancy, connect her with vital resources like infant care education and ensure she never had to navigate the journey alone.
One of the first things her Care Manager would set up is transportation assistance, making sure she never missed a prenatal checkup. Ashley would earn financial incentives for attending these visits, which she could use to stock up on baby essentials like bottles and wipes.
She would also join the Diaper Club, a benefit included in her plan, and receive funds to help cover the cost of diapers for her youngest child.
These benefits, while small on their own, would add up to real relief for a busy mom managing a growing family.
A plan that grows with families
Even after her baby’s arrival, Ashley’s SoonerSelect plan would continue to support her in meaningful ways. She would receive monthly deliveries of over-the-counter health products like cough medicine and bandages, right to her door. Her older child would receive funding for after-school programs, giving them access to safe, enriching activities each week.
Ashley could also take advantage of digital mental health coaching to manage stress and stay focused on her family’s well-being.
And looking ahead, there would be even more to explore. She could use plan benefits to get financial assistance for an Oklahoma City Zoo pass — perfect for family outings and making memories together.
Opportunity to enroll
Ashley’s story is just one example of how a SoonerSelect plan can make a real difference for a family. Across Oklahoma, families are discovering how these plans ease financial strain, improve access to care and offer meaningful support beyond the doctor’s office.
Open enrollment runs from May 1 to June 13, 2025. This is an opportunity for families to review their coverage and choose a plan that’s built to support them every step of the way.
For more information on SoonerSelect and how to enroll, visit MySoonerCare.org or call 800-987-7767.
Editor’s note: To learn more about the benefits offered through Aetna Better Health® of Oklahoma, visit AetnaBetterHealth.com/Oklahoma or call 1-844-365-4385 (TTY: 711).
