Welcome to
Vaya Health

Vaya Health is a public managed care organization (MCO) that prioritizes whole-person health. We manage Medicaid, federal, state, and local funding to connect the people we serve to health care services and supports. Our specialty is helping individuals with needs related to mental health, substance use disorders, intellectual/developmental disabilities 
(I/DD), and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). 

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A member of an alcoholic anonymous group raises their hand to speak.
Alcohol use disorder not only increases your risk for heart disease, liver disease, and traumatic brain injury, it can also take a serious toll on your mental health.
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Find out if you are eligible for value-added services that can help you live the life you choose.

Health Plans

Vaya Total Care
 Medicaid Services
(Tailored Plan)

You may qualify for Vaya Total Care Medicaid services if you: 

  • Have NC Medicaid or are eligible for it.
  • Have Medicaid in a county that Vaya serves.
  • Need care for a mental illness, substance use disorder, intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD), and/or traumatic brain injury (TBI). 
State-Funded
Services
(Tailored Plan)

You may qualify for State-funded services if you:

  • Don’t have insurance, or your insurance doesn’t cover enough
  • Live in a county that Vaya serves.
  • Need care for a mental illness, substance use disorder, intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD), and/or traumatic brain injury (TBI). 
NC Medicaid
Direct

You may qualify for NC Medicaid Direct services if you:

  • Live in North Carolina 
  • Have NC Medicaid or are eligible for it 
  • Are not enrolled in NC Medicaid Managed Care (such as a Tailored Plan or a Standard Plan.) 

Vaya Health serves 32 counties in North Carolina.

Alamance, Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Caldwell, Caswell, Chatham, Cherokee, Clay, Franklin, Graham, Granville, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Person, Polk, Rockingham, Rowan, Stokes, Swain, Transylvania, Vance, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey.

Explore Our Resources

Take a Health Screening
Being mentally and emotionally strong is important to maintain your overall health. Take a screening today to see where you stand.

Improve Your Wellness
Your physical and mental health are closely connected. Learn how to have a healthier lifestyle and strengthen your resilience.

Walk-in Centers
Find a walk-in center near you and receive a same-day crisis assessment.

Latest News


ASHEVILLE, NC – Vaya Health is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 2026 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, the nation’s top recognition for U.S. employers […]

Apr 21, 2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Vaya Health is very pleased to recognize and celebrate the autism community, our autistic members, and all autistic people in North Carolina and across the […]

Apr 14, 2026

Alcohol and Substance Use Awareness Month is an opportunity to encourage open and informed conversations about alcohol use, substance use, and recovery across our communities. At Vaya, our commitment to […]

Apr 2, 2026

Upcoming Events

Our in-person and virtual events support the people, providers, and communities we serve. For the public, we offer educational workshops, local forums, and mental health awareness events to foster understanding and engagement. For providers, we deliver specialized training sessions, updates on industry standards, and opportunities to collaborate, ensuring they have the tools and knowledge needed to deliver exceptional care.

23
Apr
Time – 11:00 am–12:00 pm
23
Apr
Time – 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
24
Apr
Time – 12:00 pm–1:00 pm