The Critical Role of Harm Reduction in Preventing Overdoses and Saving-Lives
WHY HARM REDUCTION IS NEEDED
The U. S. is currently in the midst of a substance use and overdose crisis, driven by synthetic opioids, many of which contain fentanyl.
What Does a CHAMPS Membership Mean for Affiliate Groups?
Does your organization have a membership base? Do you recruit other organizations to join yours to collaborate and enhance services for the communities you collectively serve? Are you looking for cost-savings opportunities to do more with less?
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Understanding Medicaid Unwinding and its Impact on the Healthcare System
Medicaid Continuous Enrollment: What is it? During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government provided extra funding to states through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act’s Medicaid Continuous Enrollment Provision (MCEP).
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What Does it Mean to be a Capstone Graduate?
This fall, the CHAMPS GPO team attended the 2023 Capstone Forum in Myrtle Beach, SC. Specifically designed to bring together Capstone members, supply chain experts and suppliers, the three-day event was packed with opportunities for networking, sharing actionable best practices, and increasing collaboration.
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Understanding Health Equity and the Connection to Social Determinants of Health
The terms “health equity,” “social determinants of health” and “health disparities” frequently are used when describing the differences in health and healthcare outcomes experienced by different populations and communities. But what do these terms mean and how can the understanding of each lead to better health for every citizen?
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CHAMPS Reaches a New Audience at the ASAE Annual Meeting
In August, CHAMPS attended the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) annual meeting and exposition in Atlanta, GA. Over three days, more than 5,000 association professionals and industry partners gathered to share knowledge, solutions and resources and forge connections while finding inspiration to continue making strides in their industry.
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Utilizing the Healthy NEO Website: Seven Helpful Features for Grant Writers
Creating a winning grant proposal can be challenging, but the capabilities of the Healthy Northeast Ohio website can make the experience easier by providing you with the tools and data you need for a persuasive proposal.
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Behavioral Health Experts Share Solutions to Pressing Behavioral Health Needs
Ohio, like virtually the entire nation, is facing a significant crisis when it comes to behavioral healthcare. A report by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services found that nearly 2. 4 million Ohioans live in communities that do not have enough behavioral health professionals.
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The Story Behind Igniting Compassion, a Film About Treatment, Recovery and Hope
Authored by Carrie Lang
Earlier this summer, The Center released the documentary, Igniting Compassion after a premiere to a packed audience of healthcare professionals, local nonprofit and community outreach groups, and individuals in recovery.
