Albertsons Companies announced a new partnership with Season Health to deliver medically tailored grocery bundles to eligible Medi‑Cal members in Contra Costa County. The service, part of California’s CalAIM program, will use Safeway stores as distribution points, allowing Albertsons to leverage its existing retail network to reach low‑income consumers with nutrition support.
The partnership builds on Albertsons’ broader health‑and‑wellness strategy, which includes the Nourishing Neighbors program and recent investments in pharmacy services. By integrating Season Health’s clinical nutrition expertise with Albertsons’ retail infrastructure, the company aims to provide personalized nutrition guidance that aligns with clinical care plans, helping Medi‑Cal members manage chronic conditions and improve health outcomes.
Albertsons’ senior health executive, Irina Pelphrey, emphasized the company’s commitment to making nutritious food more accessible for those who need it most. “By combining Season Health’s expertise with our retail network, we can deliver medically tailored groceries and personalized nutrition guidance that support clinical care plans,” Pelphrey said. The partnership is expected to create a new revenue stream and strengthen Albertsons’ presence in California’s largest Medicaid program.
While the announcement does not include immediate financial figures, it signals a strategic shift toward health‑related services that could diversify Albertsons’ revenue mix. The company’s Q2 2025 earnings showed net income of $169 million and adjusted EBITDA of $848 million, underscoring its capacity to invest in new initiatives. The CalAIM partnership aligns with Albertsons’ goal of expanding into high‑impact community programs and could position the company for future growth in the health‑and‑wellness segment.
The partnership is part of a broader trend of retailers entering the health‑care space, offering a model that could be replicated in other counties and states. By providing medically tailored groceries, Albertsons is not only supporting public‑health objectives but also creating a differentiated service that may attract new customers and deepen loyalty among existing Medi‑Cal members.
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