Massachusetss Government Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on April 19, 2024 - 16:45 GMT

MassHealth Receives Federal Authority to Expand Eligibility for Individuals and Lower Insurance Costs for Massachusetts Families

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced today that it received federal approval for MassHealth, Massachusetts’ Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), to amend its Section 1115 Demonstration (“1115 waiver”). The new federal …

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Published on April 16, 2024 - 19:42 GMT

Agreement Reached in Class Action Lawsuit to Expand Opportunities for Individuals in Nursing Homes to Return to Community

BOSTON — Today, the Executive Office of Health and Human Services announced a settlement that has been reached in a class action lawsuit that expands opportunities for individuals in nursing facilities, including the plaintiffs and thousands of people like …

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Published on April 4, 2024 - 18:25 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $2.9 Million to 20 Diverse Organizations to Address Substance Use

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded $2.9 million to 20 organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to address substance use in the communities they serve, which continue to be disproportionately impacted by …

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Published on March 27, 2024 - 17:17 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches Grant Program to Increase Access to Maternal and Reproductive Health Services in ...

Boston — This Women’s History Month, the Healey-Driscoll Administration is announcing plans to award $10 million in grant funding over three years to strengthen maternal health and family planning services in Massachusetts. The grant program, administered …

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Published on March 7, 2024 - 18:19 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches New Partnership with Resettlement Agencies to Help Families Find Housing, Jobs

Boston — Today the Healey-Driscoll administration is launching a new partnership with eight resettlement agencies to expand efforts to connect families living in Emergency Assistance shelters with stable housing and jobs. The funding for this new …

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Published on March 6, 2024 - 19:51 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches First-of-its-Kind Community Grantmaking Program for Substance Use Disorder

BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll Administration today announced the launch of a first-in-the-nation community grant program for substance use disorder (SUD) prevention, recovery, and treatment. The administration is investing more than $5 million annually in …

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Published on March 4, 2024 - 19:17 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Expansion of Medicare Savings Program for Older Adults

BOSTON — Today, the Executive Office of Health and Human Services announced new eligibility guidelines for the Medicare Savings Program (MSP), formerly the MassHealth Senior Buy-In and Buy-In programs. The new guidelines allow for more Massachusetts …

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Published on January 29, 2024 - 19:03 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Invests Additional $16.5 Million in Student Loan Repayments for Health and Human Service Workers

BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced that the third round of applications for the MA Repay Program is now open, with an additional $16.5 million available to support health and human service workers across the state. The MA Repay …

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Published on January 23, 2024 - 20:09 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Lays out Plan for Health Equity Initiative

BOSTON — As part of Governor Healey’s ongoing commitment to regional and racial equity, the Healey-Driscoll Administration today laid out its plan for Advancing Health Equity in Massachusetts (AHEM), an initiative to eliminate racial, economic, and …

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Published on January 23, 2024 - 13:01 GMT

Middlesex County Restoration Center Advances with Selection of Clinical Provider

BOSTON — Today, the Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Middlesex County Restoration Center Commission, announced the Commission has selected Vinfen as its clinical partner as it works towards establishing the first law enforcement …

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Published on December 8, 2023 - 17:33 GMT

MassHealth Announces Coverage of Doula Services

BOSTON — Today, MassHealth announced a new benefit allowing coverage of doula services for pregnant, birthing, and postpartum members. As part of the Healey-Driscoll administration’s efforts to address health disparities and advance health equity in …

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Published on December 6, 2023 - 02:06 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Holds First Regional Cabinet Meeting in Amherst

Amherst — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration held their first regional cabinet meeting at University of Massachusetts Amherst to discuss the administration’s priorities in Western Massachusetts. In an effort to promote statewide collaboration, the …

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Published on November 22, 2023 - 16:59 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration, Reproductive Equity Now Foundation Launch Medication Abortion Toolkit for Public Colleges and ...

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Reproductive Equity Now Foundation today announced the launch of the Medication Abortion Toolkit for Public Colleges and Universities. The toolkit is designed to assist Massachusetts’ public colleges and …

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Published on November 2, 2023 - 17:19 GMT

Governor Healey Files Legislation to Change Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission’s Name to ‘MassAbility’

Boston — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration filed legislation to rename the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) to MassAbility to better represent the agency’s role in helping those with disabilities gain autonomy and independence. The …

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Published on November 1, 2023 - 22:07 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $5.2 Million in Grants as Part of Medical Respite Pilot Program for People Experiencing ...

BOSTON — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration awarded $5.2 million in grants for partnerships between health care agencies and community-based organizations that provide services to people experiencing homelessness. This is part of a new medical …

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Published on October 17, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Opens Second Round of MA Repay Loan Repayment Program Applications

BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced that a second round of applications for the MA Repay program is now open through November 1. Following $140.9M in awards released earlier this year, this second round of MA Repay awards will offer an …

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Published on October 2, 2023 - 19:15 GMT

Healey Driscoll Administration Announces Significant Improvements to Child Care Financial Assistance Program

Boston — The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced significant improvements to Child Care Financial Assistance programs in Massachusetts. Updated regulations and policies will simplify the application process for parents, reduce paperwork for …

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Published on September 22, 2023 - 17:49 GMT

Governor Healey Orders Statewide Maternal Health Review to Ensure Equitable Care in All Communities

Boston — Governor Maura Healey today ordered two reviews to ensure that Massachusetts residents, particularly in rural and underserved communities, have access to high-quality health care, including inpatient services, prenatal, and postpartum care. The …

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Published on September 21, 2023 - 20:47 GMT

Staverne Miller Appointed Acting Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families

BOSTON — Today, Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh announced that Staverne Miller will be appointed acting commissioner of the Department of Children and Families, effective Friday, September 22, 2023. Current Commissioner Linda Spears is …

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Published on September 21, 2023 - 14:21 GMT

Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $20M to Community Health Centers for Climate-focused Capital Improvement Projects

BOSTON — Today, the Healey-Driscoll Administration announced $20 million in grants awarded to community health centers (CHCs) in Massachusetts as part of the state’s Community Health Center Capital Investment Grant Program. The grants will go to four …

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