Homeward’s Post

Seniors in Nevada are underserved: 11.3% of NV seniors live in poverty, while 4.7% of seniors report avoiding healthcare due to cost.   In my op-ed in @VEGASINC, I explore how CenterWell Senior Primary Care locations are fighting health inequity by purposefully prioritizing the needs of seniors. Learn more about how value-based care, like CenterWell Senior Primary Care, is changing health outcomes for seniors at https://lnkd.in/dB6DZVcC

It’s #NationalHealthCenterWeek, and America’s more than 1,400 community health centers are a vital part of the clinical care foundation for neighborhoods and communities across urban and rural America. Access to care is one crucial component of what is needed to solve the challenges of improving health status, especially of rural communities. Federally qualified community health centers provide critical and affordable access to health care for rural residents affected by hospital closures and not yet fully served by remote clinical care or hub and spoke models. Rural populations continue to face significant health care disparities including access to specialty and obstetrical care, higher poverty rates, lower educational attainment, and overall worsening health status compared to urban populations. The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Research and Action Institute emphasized that we must better define and address how to improve rural health with targeted solutions – including increasing geographic access and reducing barriers to care, as well as expanding social investments in rural communities such as poverty reduction and educational opportunities. Read our full brief on rural health:

A recent study published by the CDC expands on a barrier to care that impacts many patients in the U.S. Nearly 6% of U.S. adults lacked reliable transportation for daily living in 2022—a situation that can have negative health impacts for those unable to get to medical care. At DaVita, patients are surrounded by a care team that works to address social determinants of health, like transportation challenges, in order to meet their holistic care needs. As we continue to expand access to value based kidney care, or care that connects a patient’s kidney needs to their other health conditions, we’re thinking about how we can address a patient’s comprehensive health issues and the circumstances that contribute to their unique needs. https://lnkd.in/gh4kBYXE

❗IN THE NEWS! 📰 The Biden-Harris Administration is channeling $75 million to strengthen health care services in rural areas. This funding, announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, targets key priorities such as expanding maternal health programs in the South and providing essential support to rural hospitals. It’s a bold move aimed at closing health disparities and safeguarding care for underserved communities. Full article linked below. #Sandiola #ClinicalDocumentationIntegrity #CDI #DRGoptimization #InpatientAcuityCaptureExperts #RuralHospitals https://lnkd.in/gaNhNNQg

“They [CHWs] are better able to understand language barriers, address health literacy needs, confront social isolation, connect residents with housing and food resources, and help with transportation or childcare needs that may be barriers to accessing health care.” Now this is an excellent example of using great communication strategy to ensure/reduce information sharing gaps. Recognizing that there are different groups of people and learning how to effectively spread awareness and gain a more realistic insight/feedback simultaneously.

As the U.S population ages and becomes increasingly diverse, people of color are projected to comprise close to half the population of adults ages 65 and older by 2060. Consequently, the health-related experiences of older people of color will increasingly merit attention from policymakers and health care professionals to ensure that the health care system meets the needs of an aging and increasingly diverse population. #healthequity #healthcare #healthdisparities https://lnkd.in/gED5ABuu

Advancing health equity in America is a public health priority. Community health workers (CHW) are an under-appreciated and untapped resource for achieving this goal. At Lilly, I convened a Community Health Worker policy forum for national and federal stakeholders to develop a national policy agenda for building a stronger CHW workforce. Read my article below to learn more: https://e.lilly/482lfqV #healthequity #communityhealthworkers #healthpolicy

CareYaya featured on Spectrum News 1! Check out this blog by CareYaya that discusses the approach that CareYaya is taking to advance public health for our aging population! #CareYaya #SpectrumNews1

🌍 Why care about population health? It allows us to shift our focus beyond individual care, fostering healthier communities for all. Here’s how: 🔍 Identifying Health Trends: Population health examines patterns of health and illness within communities to identify common issues and trends affecting groups of people. ❗️ Addressing Root Causes: By understanding the underlying factors contributing to health problems, such as social determinants (e.g., access to healthy food, safe housing, education), population health initiatives can develop interventions to tackle these root causes. 💡 Promoting Prevention and Wellness: Population health emphasizes preventive measures to keep communities healthy, focusing on strategies that prevent diseases from occurring or progressing. 🌱Advancing Health Equity: By targeting broader community health needs, population health initiatives aim to reduce health disparities and ensure that everyone has equal access to health resources and opportunities. https://lnkd.in/eKRMaTKD #PopulationHealth #ValueBasedCare #HealthEquity #VetaHealth

Imagine a world where older adults struggle to access essential healthcare and maintain a decent standard of living. This reality is becoming increasingly common in the United States as the aging population grows and social determinants of health (SDoH) pose significant challenges. What can we do to address these pressing issues and ensure a brighter future for our older adults? By expanding access to resources, supporting community programs, and integrating SDoH into healthcare, we can improve the well-being of countless seniors and create a more equitable society. As we strive to address the challenges facing our aging population, let's come together to advocate for meaningful change and ensure a better future for all. What do you think are the most pressing SDoH challenges facing seniors in your community? Share your thoughts in the comments below. #HealthCare #US # #SDoH #MomentraAgingPopulation