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The fundamental misconception at the heart of the Family First Act

Child Welfare Monitor

But above all, these services were funded by Medicaid, a federal entitlement program that receives the same federal match as Title IV-E. Because most parents involved with child welfare are covered by either Medicaid or (more rarely) private insurance, they could be referred to these services. What could Congress have done instead?

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Community Spotlight Series

Center for Child Protection

The goal of the Community Spotlight series is for organizations to share their resources with a captive audience, ensuring that the information is effectively communicated and utilized. They are then invited to one of our monthly Spotlight presentations or the Family Resource Festival we hold annually each fall.

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When Risks Collide: Maternal Mortality and Mental Health

Relias

Life stressors caused by social determinants such as unstable housing, lack of social support, unemployment, medication instability, domestic violence, and other factors can exacerbate mental health conditions. Healthcare organizations must improve communication and coordination at the system level.