Conference Presentation | July 19, 2011

Medicaid: Tools and Information for the Fight Against Homelessness
Linking homeless people to Medicaid, the health insurance program for low-income Americans, has become an increasingly important federal priority. Specifically, case management, substance use, mental health, and primary care services covered by Medicaid can play a critical role in helping many people who are homeless regain stability, both physical and residential. This preconference session will cover the most recent changes states are making as the result of the American Care Act, steps providers and homeless organizations can take to increase their organizational capacity and readiness for Medicaid, and a discussion of other federal and state policies such as the new Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act which was signed into law in the last Congress, that are influencing both supportive housing and Medicaid services programs.

Speakers

• Marti Knisley
• Kelly English
• Gina Schaak