Episcopal Health Foundation

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Happy 2025! In case you missed it, here's the latest Igniting Change newsletter from Episcopal Health Foundation. Inside this edition: 📊 See a new evaluation report on five years of EHF's impact, tackling root causes of poor health across Texas. 💡 A recap of how EHF is working to change the conversation to #diabetes PREVENTION in Texas through a series of important research reports, innovative projects, and news coverage. 📖 And a look back at EHF's new Digging Deeper series, featuring more context and perspectives from our extensive research reports. Check it out - https://lnkd.in/g48P26kW #HealthNotJustHealthCare #healthequity #philanthropy #txlege

This year, EHF's Research and Evaluation team launched Digging Deeper - collaborating with trusted partners to analyze the research topics and health trends that are central to EHF's vision for a healthier Texas. We know that our extensive research reports often leave readers wanting to dive deeper into certain topics—that’s exactly what Digging Deeper aims to do. Check out the brief recap of what we wrote about in 2024! https://lnkd.in/dqnPCAXR #HealthNotJustHealthCare #healthequity #philanthropy #research

📢 Discover the Impact of Improving #HealthNotJustHealthCare in Texas At Episcopal Health Foundation, we’re committed to transforming health —not just health care— in Texas, with a bold focus on health equity. Over the past five years, we’ve invested nearly $200 million in grants, partnered with communities and congregations, and shaped state health policy to center on crucial non-medical factors that impact overall community health. Now, we’re excited to share the results of our 2018-2023 Strategic Plan Impact Evaluation Report. This report highlights the measurable progress we’ve made, the lessons we’ve learned, and how these insights are shaping our new Strategic Framework for promoting health equity in Texas. 📖 Dive into the report and join us as we continue this vital work. 👉 Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gwQfFdkY #HealthNotJustHealthCare #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth

Did you know? For more information check out our research at texascensus.org #texascensus #census

In Northeast Texas, a transformative initiative is helping change how cities, counties, communities, and the traditional health system approach health and well-being. Greater Longview Optimal Wellness (GLOW) is helping Longview residents get the non-medical resources they need —things like transportation, food, medications, and so much more. How does it work? Too often, 911 becomes the default lifeline for non-emergency needs, stretching first responders thin and leaving underlying issues unresolved. The GLOW program bridges that gap. By performing needs assessments and coordinating with a coalition of eight entities—city, county, United Way, hospitals, and mental health services—GLOW ensures that repeat 911 users are connected to the right support systems. THIS is improving #HealthNotJustHealthCare in NE Texas! EHF is proud to support GLOW as part of the Texas Accountable Communities for Health Initiative. Read more from Freda Ross and Public News Service: https://lnkd.in/g_cQdtmN #CommunityHealth #InnovativePrograms #Longview #NMDOH #SDOH #txlege

What can happen when the health system addresses medical issues with non-medical solutions? #HealthNotJustHealthCare magic! A new study published in JAMA Network Open shows how simple, empathy-driven phone calls made by trained community members can significantly improve blood sugar control for low-income adults with #diabetes. “By offering genuine, empathetic support, we had an impact on health that’s the clinical equivalent to taking medicine," says Dell Med's Maninder Kahlon. "That’s because emotional well-being is the gateway to the lifestyle changes that improve management of the condition — an area where traditional health care often falls short.” Episcopal Health Foundation is proud to support this groundbreaking research from Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin and Lone Star Circle of Care that highlights the power of human connection in achieving health outcomes. Learn more about the findings that show how compassion by community health workers and others can be just as integral to health care as clinical expertise: https://lnkd.in/gpJD48Bd #FactorHealth #SDOH #NMDOH #HealthEquity #philanthropy

Over 30 million Americans go to community health centers every year, including millions of people with low incomes, people of color, #Medicaid enrollees, and the uninsured. As demand for these services grows, workforce shortages, funding gaps, and financial instability are threatening their existence. A new survey from the The Commonwealth Fund finds that, despite facing many challenges, in recent years #communityhealth centers have exceeded their mission and excel at: 📈
 Increasing their use of #telehealth services 📊 Providing more substance use treatment ❓ Screening for social needs Authors Celli Horstman, MPP, Corinne Lewis, MSW, Alexandra Bryan, MPH and Sara Federman note several ways that Congress could ensure better support for #communityhealthcenters. It's #NationalHealthCenterWeek, read this new report to learn more about the survey and to find out what policymakers could do to ensure better support for these essential health care providers.

Right now, there are less that two weeks remaining in the open enrollment period for Affordable Care Act (#ACA) health insurance. Affordable health insurance access can be life-changing, but navigating the system is challenging for many Texans. That’s why EHF supports grantees like Foundation Communities in Austin and Central Texas. Their Health Coverage program enrolls under-served community members in ACA health insurance -- plus programs like Medicaid and CHIP. Part of the program includes an expanded focus on building enrollment capacity in #rural areas. This effort features certified navigators who offer free, unbiased support, and simplify the complexities of enrolling in ACA plans—ensuring Texans can access doctors, medications, and essential preventive care. Transforming community health starts with supporting local organizations like Foundation Communities to make affordable health insurance coverage accessible for all. THIS is improving #HealthNotJustHealthCare in Texas! https://lnkd.in/gS4tJ99q #OpenEnrollment #HealthCoverage #GetCovered #HealthEquity #philanthropy

On this #GivingTuesday, we invite you to support an organization in need! Episcopal Health Foundation's grant partners are on the frontlines, tackling critical health challenges and creating healthier communities for all. From improving access to affordable care to addressing non-medical drivers of health, these incredible organizations are transforming lives across Texas. Since our beginning, EHF has invested almost $500 million in grant awards to more than 200 organizations across Texas. Each of these nonprofits are improving community health in many different ways. 💙 Click here to see the long list of EHF grant partners and support an organization today - https://lnkd.in/gAp26qQU #HealthNotJustHealthCare #healthequity #CommunityHealth #SDOH #NMDOH #nonprofit #philanthropy