Many states have used federal COVID-19 grants to expand community health worker (CHW) programs, recognizing their vital role in connecting communities to health and social services. With these grants ending, states are turning to Medicaid for sustainable funding. Several states have received federal approval to reimburse CHW services through Medicaid State Plan Amendments … [Read more...] about Updates and FAQs: Developing and Implementing a Medicaid State Plan Amendment to Authorize Community Health Worker Reimbursement
Financing
State Approaches to Community Health Worker Financing through Medicaid State Plan Amendments
The COVID-19 pandemic has renewed focus on community-led health efforts, with states increasingly partnering with community health workers (CHWs) to support underserved communities. Evidence shows CHWs improve access to care and health outcomes while reducing disparities, driving state policies to strengthen and fund their roles. NASHP’s Community Health Worker Learning … [Read more...] about State Approaches to Community Health Worker Financing through Medicaid State Plan Amendments
Lessons for Advancing and Sustaining State Community Health Worker Partnerships
As states work to strengthen public health systems and address healthcare workforce shortages, many are focusing on community health workers (CHWs) to improve health and equity. A recent 50-state review by NASHP highlights how states are supporting CHWs, particularly through Medicaid funding. Insights from surveys, interviews, and a roundtable discussion at the 2021 NASHP … [Read more...] about Lessons for Advancing and Sustaining State Community Health Worker Partnerships
CHW financial sustainability toolkit (FST)
The CHW Financial Sustainability Planning Toolkit, developed by Envision with United States national experts, helps Community Health Workers (CHWs) and their allies achieve long-term financial stability. Originally created for CDC-funded COVID response programs, it is now tailored for all CHWs, regardless of funding. The Toolkit focuses on building strong relationships as a key … [Read more...] about CHW financial sustainability toolkit (FST)
Sustainable Financing For Kenyan Community Health Worker Programs
This study examines different ways to fund Kenya's community health worker (CHW) program by analyzing seven case studies. These include traditional grants, loans, social enterprises, and public-private partnerships. The research shows that while public funding has supported disease-specific projects, relying too much on external funding can be risky for long-term … [Read more...] about Sustainable Financing For Kenyan Community Health Worker Programs