Tag: Social Services

California's Budget Overview: Transforming Health Services Under Newsom

Explore how Governor Newsom's budget transforms California's healthcare and social services, with significant increases in funding for Medi-Cal and related programs.

Federal Government Reports $186 Billion in Improper Payments for 2025

The GAO reports $186 billion in improper federal payments for 2025. Learn how Medicare and Medicaid contribute to this growing problem.

Medicaid Expansion and Federal Work Requirements in South Dakota

Explore South Dakota's Medicaid expansion changes, potential disenrollments, and new federal work requirements impacting low-income enrollees in 2027.

Improving Family Benefit Programs in the US

Explore critical challenges in accessing family assistance programs in the US and actionable strategies to improve benefit delivery and program efficacy.

The Economic Impact of Immigration on Social Programs

Explore how immigrants significantly contribute to Social Security and Medicare, bolstering these essential programs with billions in tax dollars.

Virginia Navigating Changes in Healthcare Funding and Services

Virginia lawmakers tackle healthcare funding gaps and mandate adjustments in Medicaid due to ACA changes, impacting millions and requiring urgent funding solutions.

Kentucky's 2027-2028 Budget: Challenges in Healthcare Funding

Kentucky's 2027-2028 budget highlights funding challenges for healthcare and social services, emphasizing the need for adequate allocations amidst fiscal constraints.

Medicare Advantage Study on Non-Medical Benefits and Health Outcomes

Explore the $3M Medicare Advantage study examining non-medical benefits like food aid and transportation, assessing their effects on health outcomes and emergency visits.

Iowa Insurance Division Warns Medicare Scam Calls; Update on Safe Haven Act Infant Placement

The Iowa Insurance Division warns Medicare beneficiaries about scam calls requesting Social Security numbers, clarifying premium withholding procedures and highlighting Safe Haven Act infant placement updates.

Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Pittsburgh's Public Health, Social Services, and Infrastructure Funding

Proposed 2026 federal budget cuts risk over $120M in support to Pittsburgh’s public health, housing, and social services, including elimination of key grants and ACA premium tax credits.