Join us as we discuss new research that impacts the field of early childhood education and development. View details about this educational series below. Plus, stay tuned, as we’ll be adding additional webinars to the lineup, as well. Questions or have troubles registering? Contact us here. Kansas Child Care Subsidies: Perceptions from Providers10-11 a.m. Wednesday, …
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Podcast episode 15: Sonja Armbruster
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 15, we interview Sonja Armbruster, MA. Sonja is a public health educator, consultant and advocate with an insatiable curiosity about how we can …
Health Fund joins efforts to support new health care model
Mobile integrated health (MIH) and community paramedicine are emerging health care models that deliver health care outside of traditional settings like hospitals and clinics. By delivering health care in homes and community settings using providers like community paramedics, there is an opportunity to help address growing workforce shortages, expand access to care and improve patient …
Podcast episode 14: Anne Dwyer
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. In this podcast, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders from our nation and from your backyard who are working to improve health. In episode 14, we interview Anne Dwyer. Anne is an associate professor of the practice at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy’s Center …
Medicaid managed care contracts are a powerful tool for change; philanthropy has a role to play
David Jordan, President and CEO, United Methodist Health Ministry FundKatie Schoenhoff, Vice President of Programs, United Methodist Health Ministry FundDonna Cohen Ross, Owner, DCR Initiatives, LLC This article originally appeared in Grantmakers in Health as part of its “Views from the Field” series on Dec. 9, 2024. Medicaid managed care contracts are a powerful tool for change; philanthropy …
Podcast episode 13: Sapphire Garcia
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. Here, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders working to improve health. We bring you guests from our state, from our nation and from your backyard to tell their stories of how they broke new ground and changed the landscape of health care. In episode 13, we interview …
ABC Phase II
Social-emotional development in young children is a critical factor related to later-life outcomes, such as school success, social interactions and mental health. A growing body of research demonstrates that investing in science-based, short-term early interventions pays off over both the short and long term, delivering lasting results that not only change lives for the better …
Podcast episode 12: Sonja W. Bachus
Welcome to the Pioneers in Health podcast. Here, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders working to improve health. We bring you guests from our state, from our nation and from your backyard to tell their stories of how they broke new ground and changed the landscape of health care. In episode 12, we interview …
CCBHCs & Early Childhood Mental Health
The years from birth to age five are critical for a child’s development, with rapid brain growth and increased neural connections laying the groundwork for cognitive, emotional and social skills that last into adulthood. In Kansas, there has been progress in recognizing the importance of infant and early childhood mental health and expanding access to …
Podcast episode 11: Clay Wirestone
Welcome to our Pioneers in Health podcast! Here, we share inspiring stories of pioneering leaders working to improve health. We bring you guests from our state, from our nation and from your backyard to tell their stories of how they broke new ground and changed the landscape of health care. In episode 11, we interview …
Child Care Subsidies Provider Study
The child care subsidy program, administered by the Kansas Department for Children and Families, is one of the most important tools used to address child care affordability in the state. However, just 12% of eligible families are participating in the program. Family participation in the program is tied to provider availability and provider participation in …