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At Oakland’s Oak Days, 60 formerly homeless people like Wesley can get on-site skilled nursing, caregiving services, and case management. And it’s saving money. Learn more on the CHCF Blog chcf.org/blog/cardea

When the 2017 Napa-Sonoma wildfires struck, promotoras became crucial lifelines for Latino/x families who might have fallen through the cracks of disaster relief. These Spanish-speaking community health workers didn't just provide services – they brought understanding and cultural connection to communities in crisis. Now, the Promotora Cooperative Initiative is transforming these vital roles into sustainable careers. At CHCF, we know that investing in community health workers strengthens our entire health care safety net. See more on The CHCF Blog: https://lnkd.in/gbbSKC7K #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth

📊 Just Released: California Health Insurers Almanac Want to understand the shifting landscape of California's health insurance market? Our latest report reveals striking trends: • $241B in revenue (↑ from $222B in 2020) • 35.9M Californians covered • 10.7% growth in Medi-Cal managed care 🔍 Dive into the complete analysis, including market share, enrollment data, and financial performance metrics: https://lnkd.in/gJTXcgca #HealthcarePolicy #HealthInsurance

📊 Exciting news for California's maternal health community! We proudly funded the 2024 California Doula Workforce Survey. We invite you to attend National Health Law Program's webinar on October 29, 2024, where the results will be shared. Gain valuable insights into: • Demographics of CA's doula workforce • Types of support provided • Training adequacy • Perspectives on Medi-Cal doula benefit This research aims to inform policymakers and advocates on supporting our vital doula workforce. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ewhduD42 #MaternalHealth #CaliforniaDoulas #HealthEquity

The latest edition of our CalAIM digest is out now! CHCF has released three key updates to strengthen health care delivery across California: • New playbook helping facilitate complex patient discharges from hospitals and nursing facilities • Guide for counties to leverage contracting strategies in managing behavioral health reforms • Study on emerging community care hubs bridging managed care plans and community organizations These resources address critical challenges in our health care system, from reducing unnecessary hospital stays to improving behavioral health services and expanding community-based care delivery. See the full digest: https://lnkd.in/gM34DfCm

Exciting news for culturally responsive healthcare in California! 🎉 Medi-Cal is taking a groundbreaking step by expanding coverage to include traditional healing practices for substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. California is one of just four states granted a waiver by CMS to broaden access to culturally-based SUD care. Virginia Hedrick, Executive Director of the California Consortium for Urban Indian Health, announced this transformative change in a recent DHCS video. This move represents a significant stride towards more inclusive, effective health care for all Californians. By incorporating traditional healing practices, Medi-Cal is not just treating substance use disorders—it's honoring diverse cultural approaches to wellness and recovery. This is a crucial step in addressing health disparities and ensuring that treatment resonates with patients' cultural backgrounds. We're eager to see how this change will positively impact SUD treatment outcomes and overall health equity in our state. What are your thoughts on this development?

Join Alica Forneret and her amazing team from PAUSE at their first-ever Resource Fair on November 23 in Los Angeles, where they will gather leading organizations providing resources created by and for people of color, focused on end-of-life care and grief supports. People of all races, backgrounds, and professions are encouraged to come learn from, hear from, and engage with these incredible providers and leaders! Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/guuP3-jJ

California’s behavioral health system is evolving with state and federal reforms, bringing new responsibilities for counties managing Medi-Cal services. We partnered with the California Health Care Foundation to explore the potential for contracting and intergovernmental arrangements to support county management of behavioral health services and help boost capacity. Read the key findings from this new report on our blog. #BehavioralHealth #Medicaid #CalAIM #RegionalContracting 

Wanting to understand more about the landscape of Medi-Cal Community Care Hubs (MCCHs)? Check out this paper and sign up for the webinar (links below)! MCCHs are entities that centralize administrative functions for Medi-Cal direct service provider organizations that address social drivers of health. Hubs have gained increased attention due to their role in facilitating the integration of new types of services and providers in Medi-Cal - including CalAIM, the CHW and Doula benefits. California Health Care Foundation, Aurrera Health Group, representatives from the California Department of Health Care Services and several panelists will be hosting a webinar to discuss MCCHs and the paper on November 15th from 10-11:30am. Webinar Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/gV4dtqEC Paper: https://lnkd.in/gws2x9yD Jill Donnelly Blake Owens Brianna Nielson Lucy Pagel, MPH Caitlin Crowley, MPH Ralph Silber Sadena Thevarajah Rishi Manchanda MD MPH Jennifer Sayles Susan Philip Kerry Landry Pathways Community HUB Institute (PCHI) Partnership to Align Social Care California Accountable Communities for Health Initiative (CACHI) Rising Communities Fresno Community Health Improvement Partnership (FCHIP) HEALTH CARE LA, IPA Integrated Health Partners Ritter Center Pear Suite Kitty Bailey Full Circle Health Network El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center First 5 Association of California Ji Im Pooja Mittal Collaborative Consulting Inc. Illumination Foundation Interface Children & Family Services La Maestra Family Clinic Inc Partners in Care Foundation United Way Of San Joaquin County Aaron Lones California Association of Area Agencies on Aging (C4A) Administration for Community Living Timothy McNeill, RN, MPH Anwar Z.

Last week on The CHCF Blog, we published an inspiring story about tackling one of healthcare's biggest challenges: misinformation. Irving Washington, a veteran in the journalism world, has taken on a crucial role at George Kaiser Family Foundation to combat health misinformation. His Health Misinformation and Trust Initiative is doing groundbreaking work to identify, track, and counter false health narratives. Here's what caught our attention: 1️⃣ The launch of the Health Misinformation Monitor - a biweekly service exposing and debunking health misinformation. 2️⃣ Their focus on emerging trends like health influencers on TikTok and AI tools predicting misinformation's impact. 3️⃣ Washington's emphasis on trust as our most valuable tool in fighting misinformation. At CHCF, we understand the critical importance of accurate health information, especially for underserved communities. While health misinformation remains a significant challenge, initiatives like this give us hope. They remind us of the power of reliable information in creating a healthier, more equitable California. See the post here: https://lnkd.in/g_EbAqp9 How can we all contribute to spreading accurate health information in our communities? #HealthcareMisinformation #TrustInHealthcare #CaliforniaHealth