Transportation is a cornerstone of healthcare access, but we’ve got to coordinate
Transportation is so much more than a logistical concern—it’s a cornerstone of healthcare access. When patients can’t physically get to their appointments, pick up prescriptions, or buy groceries, their overall health suffers. Non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT)—a service that helps people get to healthcare-related destinations when they don’t have access to other options—can help bridge this gap. Michigan has included non-emergency …
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CHRT welcomes 2025 Health Policy Fellowship cohort
The Center for Health and Research Transformation (CHRT) is pleased to announce the 2025 cohort of its Health Policy Fellowship. This year’s fellows represent a diverse group of health researchers, policymakers, and nonprofit leaders who are committed to improving health policy and practice in Michigan and beyond. Since its inception, the CHRT Health Policy Fellowship has provided professionals from varied …
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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 …
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In The Media, MI Mental Health, Second Wave Media: CHRT staff discuss Michigan’s crisis continuum of care with MI Mental Health
CHRT’s Nailah Henry and Nancy Baum were recently featured in Second Wave Media’s Michigan Mental Health series, which explores the state’s efforts to improve behavioral health services. In the article, Nailah and Nancy discuss the importance of a continuum of crisis care—a coordinated system that ensures individuals receive the right mental health services at the right time. They emphasize the …
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In The Media: CHRT Policy Fellowship equips health nonprofits to be advocates
The Michigan Health Endowment Fund (MHEF) recently highlighted CHRT’s Health Policy Fellowship in its latest newsletter, emphasizing the program’s impact on nonprofit leaders. The article, “CHRT policy fellowship equips health nonprofits to be advocates,” explains why the fund invests in sending its nonprofit grantees to CHRT’s fellowship program. Through this experience, participants gain a deeper understanding of health policy and …
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CHRT welcomes new board member, bids farewell to departing leaders
The Center for Health and Research Transformation (CHRT) is pleased to welcome Todd Anderson to our board of directors. Anderson is market president of Blue Cross Complete of Michigan, responsible for the general oversight of the plan’s day-to-day operations including medical affairs, quality, provider network management, communications and marketing, and community outreach. Before joining Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, …
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In The Media, MI Mental Health, Second Wave Media: ADAPTS project in MI Mental Health
Nailah Henry, a health policy analyst on CHRT’s policy team, is quoted in the January 14 MI Mental Health series story, Washtenaw County leads the way with ADAPTS mental health model. The story by Brianna Nargiso focuses on one of CHRT’s current projects: ADAPTS. ADAPTS is a complex systems modeling project, run by CHRT’s longstanding partner Dr. Gregory Dalack, chair …
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CHRT begins three new projects and extends two
This fall, CHRT is excited to begin three new projects and extend two existing projects. Evaluating and sustaining peer support groups for mothers in Detroit CHRT will assist the Children of the Rising Sun in evaluating their pilot program of a peer support circle for mothers in Detroit. Synthesizing learnings for the Community routes: Advancing access to mental health care …
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CHRT Health Policy Fellowship: Now accepting applications for 2025
Since its inception, the CHRT Health Policy Fellowship has been dedicated to cultivating the next generation of health policy leaders. Launched in 2012, the fellowship provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities that equip professionals from diverse fields to impact policy decisions at local, state, and national levels. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, the program connects fellows to experts …
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Meet CHRT’s 2024 3 New Interns: Lauren Hunter, August James, and Claire Stubbs
We are pleased to welcome Lauren Hunter, August James, and Claire Stubbs to CHRT’s 2024 internship program. Lauren Hunter is a health and social equity intern, currently pursuing a master’s in social work at the University of Michigan, specializing in community change. With five years of experience in grant management, human resources, and teaching English as a second language, Lauren …
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