California Health Care Foundation

High percentages of Californians reported a usual source of care across all races/ethnicities. Almost 80% of White Californians reported that a doctor's office was their usual source of care. In 2021, one in six Latino/x Californians did not have a usual source of care. Only small percentages of Californians of all races/ethnicities reported using the emergency room as a usual source of care. See CHCF's Health Disparities Almanac, which shows that people of color face barriers in accessing health care, often receive suboptimal treatment, and are most likely to experience poor outcomes in the health care system. See the data: https://lnkd.in/gyMSEDP7

🌟 Covered California is investing $15 million in a population health initiative to improve the overall well-being of 1.8 million enrollees. Distributions called Population Health Investments or PopHI (pronounced “poppy”), aim to tackle underlying social and structural problems that contribute to poor health. Funds will be deployed starting in February 2025. Three groundbreaking initiatives launching include: • Grocery support for members with chronic conditions • Childhood vaccine incentives linked to college savings • Primary care practice enhancement funding Read more about how these investments are expected to improve population health in our state: https://lnkd.in/e8di3xaT #HealthEquity #CaliforniaHealth

⭐ CIN Now Recruiting Partner Organizations! ⭐ The California Improvement Network is a learning and action community that advances health equity by spreading good ideas. CIN is now recruiting 18 health care organizations and 7 social service and community-based organizations. See details and apply now by January 13, 2025: https://lnkd.in/dcgwzp_d

As 2024 draws to a close, explore CHCF's most viewed publications this year. Our Almanac Series, CalAIM resources, and Behavioral Health centered publications were among the most popular. https://lnkd.in/gdqnAatM #CalAIM #BehavioralHealth

#SoberingNews 🚨 This is a fantastic blog post by the California Health Care Foundation that highlights the exemplary #sobering work being done in Santa Cruz, CA, by #NSC Member Janus of Santa Cruz. Janus models a progressive, community-supported model for addressing substance use and mental health challenges. Check out the article link below to see how they are offering immediate care, supporting students, and reducing jail congestion and healthcare costs. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gzxeZnyc 

This year on The CHCF Blog, health care workers like community health workers and lay counselors were a popular topic, along with Medi-Cal expansion and our Innovation Fund's investees. https://lnkd.in/gjXmjjxa

We have created a $1 million affordability research funding pool for researchers interested in using California’s new Healthcare Payments Database (HPD) to study consumer affordability challenges or systemwide cost drivers or both in the state. Up to $500,000 of this funding will be awarded in spring 2025 and up to $500,000 will be awarded in spring 2026. This RFP is intended to identify an initial set of up to five grantees for awards that will be announced in March 2025. Proposals are due by February 14, 2025. Learn more and help us spread the word: https://lnkd.in/gkuqq-pR

New on The CHCF Blog: PACE Organizations Are Expanding Their Impact Through CalAIM Three things to know from our latest research on aging-in-place care models: 1️⃣ Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) organizations are leveraging their expertise to serve new populations through CalAIM, extending beyond their traditional 55+ demographic to help more Californians receive comprehensive care while staying in their homes. 2️⃣ Success in this expansion requires robust infrastructure: from data analytics and EHR systems to specialized staff who understand CalAIM regulations and can build community partnerships. 3️⃣ This diversification strengthens these mission-driven organizations financially while bringing high-quality, wrap-around services to more Californians with complex needs. Learn more about how PACE organizations are innovating care delivery through CalAIM: https://lnkd.in/gQMcxfds

In case you missed it: earlier this year, CHCF released its Health Policy Survey which revealed critical health care shortages. Among the key findings: • Mental Health Crisis: 52% of Californians struggle to find providers accepting their insurance, with 55% facing unreasonable wait times • Cost Barriers: 53% of Californians delayed care due to costs—74% among low-income residents. Over half reported worsening conditions as a result • Racial Inequities Persist: 67% of Black Californians report unfair treatment in healthcare settings • Workforce Shortages: 46% of Californians believe their community lacks adequate mental health providers • Climate Impact: 53% of Californians worry about extreme weather affecting family health—rising to 65% for low-income residents. See more on The CHCF Blog: https://lnkd.in/gqD34Y9r #HealthcarePolicy #HealthEquity #MentalHealth

The latest edition of our CalAIM Digest is out now! 📫 In this edition... 🩺 CalAIM’s biggest programs: Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports 🏥 Discharge planners: A unique perspective on CalAIM progress 🤝 Reentry after incarceration: Establishing a baseline on which to build 🗞️ Other CalAIM articles and resources we recommend See the full digest: https://lnkd.in/gd4Qf2NA