CHRT Launches Five New Projects in Mental Health, Community Violence, and more
The Center for Health & Research Transformation (CHRT) is pleased to announce five new projects aimed at improving health outcomes and addressing social determinants of health across Michigan communities.
Aligning Medicaid Beneficiary Needs with Mental Health Service Delivery Standards
In collaboration with Network 180 and the Lakeshore Regional Entity, CHRT will analyze Medicaid data to better align beneficiary needs with service delivery standards for applied behavior analysis services and community living supports. This initiative seeks to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Evaluating and Sustaining Peer Support Groups for Mothers in Detroit
Partnering with Children of the Rising Sun, CHRT will evaluate the “Mom Circles” program—a peer-to-peer support group for mothers of young children. The project aims to assess the program’s impact on maternal and child health outcomes and develop strategies for its sustainability and expansion within Detroit communities.
Evaluation of the Community Violence Intervention Initiative
CHRT will assess the implementation and impact of Washtenaw County’s “Life is Valuable Everyday” (WeLIVE) program, a community violence intervention initiative that combines hospital-based intervention with street outreach. The evaluation will provide insights to enhance program effectiveness and reduce retaliatory violence in the community.
Developing a Social Determinants of Health Strategic Plan
In partnership with the Berrien County Health Department, CHRT will conduct qualitative research and stakeholder engagement to inform the county’s Community Health Improvement Plan. The focus will be on addressing transportation, housing, and social cohesion to improve health equity and quality of life for residents.
Combating Misinformation in the Public Health Sphere
Collaborating with The Public Good Projects and the Michigan Association for Local Public Health, CHRT will conduct qualitative research to evaluate the effectiveness of health messaging strategies. The goal is to identify barriers and opportunities for improving public health communication and counteracting misinformation, particularly in historically marginalized communities.
These initiatives reflect CHRT’s commitment to fostering healthier communities through research, evaluation, and strategic partnerships.