Full course description
Description
This training highlights the integration of Community Health Workers (CHWs) into Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) programs, focusing on reducing emergency department visits, supporting chronic disease self-management, and lowering healthcare costs. It examines the role of CHWs in achieving the Triple Aim of CMS—reducing costs, improving patient health, and enhancing care—and the importance of supervision in ensuring their effectiveness.
Target Audience
This training is intended for healthcare providers, program administrators, public health professionals, and policymakers involved in homeless healthcare and CHW integration efforts.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Understand the goal of adding CHWs to HCH programs, such as reducing emergency department visits and improving community-based services.
- Identify the functions of CHWs, including assisting individuals with self-management of chronic diseases.
- Recognize the impact of CHW initiatives on reducing Medicaid/Medicare costs.
- Explore the Triple Aim of CMS, focusing on reducing costs, improving patient health, and enhancing care quality.
- Appreciate the role of supervision in supporting CHWs through ongoing education and addressing emotional barriers.