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The California Health Care Foundation is an independent, nonprofit philanthropy that works to improve the health care system so that all Californians have the care they need.
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Over 70 homelessness and health care experts converged last fall to exchange ideas and spotlight innovative programs aimed at helping people experiencing homelessness. The meeting was part of the Partnerships for Action collaborative initiative spreading best practices across sectors.
Californians with serious mental illness or substance use disorder may face long waits accessing treatment beds or supportive housing. This explainer maps the continuum of behavioral health treatment beds and housing options in California so stakeholders across systems can see…
Medi-Cal has expanded to include all California residents with low incomes regardless of immigration status. When patients ask whether they should apply for Medi-Cal, a Los Angeles physician explains why he assures them it is safe.
A man shares his transformative journey from being an unhoused person in West Oakland to finding his voice in policy-making focused on people experiencing homelessness.
A formerly unhoused person shares his transformative journey from living on the streets of West Oakland to finding his voice in policy-making focused on reducing homelessness.
Los Angeles County is deploying a small team of occupational therapists to help newly housed individuals adjust to life indoors by advising them about basic living skills like hygiene and cleanliness.
The annual statewide poll offers a comprehensive look at the health issues Californians are most worried about — and what they hope state policymakers will prioritize this year.
This brief reviews the implementation of the CalAIM recuperative care services, recommends steps California could consider moving forward, and provides advice for other states considering a Medicaid benefit for recuperative care.