Social Services
The social service market is defined as supports and services related to the social determinants of health such as poverty, food insecurity, lack of education, racism, discrimination, environment, and community conditions. Addressing social determinants of health has become a common strategic conversation in a market focused on whole person care and the value equation. Payers and health plans are taking a more structured approach to addressing social support needs and this opens new possibilities for managers of organizations that provide social support programs that have typically been excluded from health care financing arrangements.
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Employment Was Higher For Housing First Participants Participating In Supported Employment
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About 18% Of People Enrolled Medicaid Or SNAP Work Full-Time
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Pandemic Factors Linked To Increased Domestic Violence
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Adverse Social Determinants Of Health Linked To Higher COVID-19 Death Rates
The Health Disparities Challenge That Lies Ahead
The current raging COVID pandemic has brought to the fore some key health disparities. The statistics show that COVID death rates are higher among minorities. Compared to Whites, the likelihood of COVID-related deaths for Black Americans is 37% higher, for Asians 53% higher, for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives 26% higher, and for Hispanics 16%… Read
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Government Contract Bidding Opportunities
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Government Contract Award Announcements
- Maine Awards Conference Coordination and Logistical Support Services Contract to AdCare Educational Institute of Maine, Inc.
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