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Connecting Kids to Coverage National Campaign Notes: Addressing Barriers to Health Coverage through Equitable Outreach

Addressing Barriers to Health Coverage through Equitable Outreach Families who are of racial or ethnic minority populations often face barriers to obtaining health coverage, such as limited English proficiency, mixed immigration status within the household, and limited access to enrollment assistance or culturally and linguistically appropriate care. For example, Hispanic children have more than twice the uninsurance rate compared to their white peers. This puts them at risk for missing

December 27, 2022

Grants and Funding

Funding Opportunity: HRSA Loan Programs for Public Schools

Now Accepting Applications:HRSA School-Administered Loans for Public Schools Applications accepted until: Tuesday, February 28, 11:59 pm ET. APPLY HERE The Health Services and Resources Administration (HRSA) is urging public schools and educational institutions to take advantage of its School-Administered Loans. These programs provide schools with funding to offer low, fixed-rate loans to students pursuing health care careers. The application process is simple for qualified public schools and educational institutions. HRSA anticipates that

December 22, 2022

CMS

Get COVID-19 at-home tests shipped to you at no cost

As COVID-19 cases rise, it’s important to stay safe this winter. Each U.S. household can now order 4 COVID-19 at-home tests shipped straight to their door at no cost. All you need to do is visit COVIDtests.gov and enter your contact information and mailing address. Order Now During the public health emergency, people with Medicare can also get up to 8 over-the-counter COVID-19 tests each month at no cost. Find a

December 20, 2022

Grants and Funding

2023 Delta States Rural Development Network Grant Program

2023 Delta States Rural Development Network Grant Program The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) will be awarding approximately $12 million through 12 grants for the 2023 Delta States Rural Development Network Grant Program (Delta Program). This three-year program will support integrated health care networks to achieve efficiencies; expand access to, coordinate, and improve the quality of basic health care services and

December 20, 2022

HIV

HRSA HIV/AIDS Bureau Information

HRSA HIV/AIDS Bureau Update Mark Your Calendar – HAB You Heard Webinar: January 19 Please mark your calendar and join our first HAB You Heard Webinar of 2023 on Thursday, January 19, from 3:00 – 4:00 PM ET. The January webinar will highlight housing and HIV awareness month, share several brand-new Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) resources, and feature a new recipient spotlight presentation. This monthly update from the HIV/AIDS

December 20, 2022

CMS

SAVE THE DATE: National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call on Thursday January 5, 2023 at 3pm ET

SAVE THE DATE: National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call on Thursday January 5, 2023 at 3pm ET Please join the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday January 5, 2023 at 3:00 pm ET for a National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call. Long-term care providers, facility staff and resident advocates are encouraged to attend. This event is open to the public; registration is

December 20, 2022

CMS

CMS Releases Policy and Operational Guidance to Help States Implement SUPPORT Act Changes Regarding Medicaid Eligibility of Former Foster Care Youth

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a State Health Official (SHO) letter, slide deck, and posted an updated Medicaid State Plan Amendment (SPA) template in the MACPro system to provide states policy and operational guidance to implement changes enacted in the Substance Use-Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communities (SUPPORT) Act for Medicaid eligibility of former foster care youth. The SHO

December 20, 2022

News

New Website Integration Expands Reach for Job Seekers and Recruiters at Rural Health Clinics, Critical Access Hospitals

New Website Integration Expands Reach for Job Seekers and Recruiters at Rural Health Clinics, Critical Access Hospitals. The National Rural Recruitment & Retention Network forms 3RNET, a nonprofit that connects professionals to health care jobs in rural and underserved areas. This week, 3RNET and the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) announced a new partnership that connects both organization’s websites. Job openings at Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Critical

December 15, 2022