Primary Care and Equity

Personal care services are essential for many people who need assistance with daily activities like dressing and eating. Learn why many people cannot access these services and what policymakers can do to improve access.

Personal care services are essential for older adults and people with disabilities who need regular help with tasks like dressing, eating, and house cleaning. But too many people cannot access these services. This paper offers policy recommendations to address these gaps.

California can advance health equity through primary care by considering ten policy priorities, including embracing a different type of leadership and accountability.

This report highlights the significant impact of primary care on advancing health equity in California.