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The accelerator will provide technical assistance to states implementing health-related social needs services through Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program.

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Essential Insights

Although funding for medical respite programs often is a central part of the partnership, there are other key ways that hospitals can partner with medical respite programs, and, more importantly, better serve community members experiencing homelessness.

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webinar

Examine why medical respite care programs are critical for securing a safe hospital discharge for those experiencing homelessness, and discover why these programs can be an essential partner for hospitals.

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state-action

The amendment establishes "Life360 HOMEs" coordinating care for rural residents, pregnant individuals, and young adults at risk for long-term poverty.

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state-action

People experiencing homelessness face barriers to vaccination, including lack of transportation, limited availability of technology, and no established connection to a health care provider. More than 30 states have specifically prioritized vaccinations for homeless populations.

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Essential Insights

Screening tools and community partnerships are key to treating patients experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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webinar

Explore federal guidance and discover the practical work of essential hospitals to meet the needs of homeless individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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policy

CDC recommends shelters plan for higher usage during the outbreak and consult with community leaders, local public health departments, and faith-based organizations about places to refer clients if a shelter space is full.

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state-action

In a new state policy brief, America’s Essential Hospitals examines the unique health care risks homeless individuals face, states leading the way to create long-term solutions, and the role essential hospitals play in providing care to homeless populations.

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quality

Under the “Better Way to Live” program, 62 “alternative level of care” patients have been successfully transitioned to a post–acute care facility.

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quality

The hospital and its community partners have transformed lives and achieved significant savings in health care costs by giving the homeless a place to live.

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quality

The UI Health program aims to help the city's chronically homeless reach stability and reduce health care costs by providing them with permanent homes.

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quality

Accountable Health Communities to test whether clinical and community-based services alignment can improve care quality and affordability. CMS offers webinars on grant application process; letters of intent are due Feb. 8.

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quality

New ASPR toolkit helps providers address the needs of people experiencing homelessness in their disaster response preplanning and recovery.

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quality

Brief summarizes essential hospitals' role caring for homeless patients, strategies for improving care, and recommendations for forming sustainable community partnerships.

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Essential Insights

Los Angeles County Department of Health Services is using county health funds to house and care for the homeless. California wants to with Medicaid funds.

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institute

Association researcher concludes web series by describing the web-like effect of social factors on health and treatment

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quality

These two prominent social factors directly affect health outcomes. Essential hospitals are supporting patients in these areas with PCMHs, medical respite programs, and employment and housing programs.

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