By Carter Wilson, Director of the National Center for Complex Health and Social Needs  Keris Jän Myrick is a leading mental health advocate and executive, known for her innovative and inclusive approach to mental health reform and the public disclosure of her personal story. She has over 15 years of experience in mental health services...

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Authentic consumer partnerships have the potential to build trust, foster equity and inclusion, support community health and well-being, and improve health outcomes. However, creating these authentic partnerships requires a significant change of practice from most organizations to ensure that partnerships with consumers are mutually beneficial.  

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By Jason Turi, RN, MPH, Director of Field Building & Resources; Ellen Schultz, MS, Independent Consultant; Rebecca Sax, MPH, Senior Program Manager for Field Building & Resources In today’s healthcare system, “value” is everywhere. Value-based purchasing is the focus of major reform efforts. Building a value-case is the “make-or-break” imperative for many programs seeking to...

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By Lisa Miller, Director for Communications and Content Development at the Camden Coalition; Rachel Davis, Director for Complex Care at the Center for Health Care Strategies; and Lorie Martin, Vice President for Communications at the Center for Health Care Strategies

As the field of complex care continues to evolve and ideas like social determinants of health and health equity become more mainstream, it has become increasingly important to create shared language and messaging for those working in the field. Doing so will not only facilitate the growth of programs across the country but may help address the inequities so many people with complex care needs experience on a regular basis.

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