Advocacy & Sustainability
As evidence of the CHW role in addressing health disparities and reducing spending continues to increase, the sustainability of the CHW role in PA remains at risk without a long-term financing structure. Currently, 58% of PA CHW employers rely on grants to fund positions, making long-term planning and continuity of programming tenuous.
CHWs and CHW allies across Pennsylvania have been working together to strongly encourage PA Dept. of Human Service, Office of Medical Assistance Programs to implement long-term financing recommendations to support and sustain the growing and unique CHW workforce in Pennsylvania.
PA CHW Advocacy Timeline (2019-2023)
Sustainability & Legislative Efforts
2022 Sustainable Financing for Community Health Workers in Pennsylvania
A 2020 study found that for every dollar invested in a CHW intervention, Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) saw an average return on investment (ROI) of $2.47.. Currently, 58% of PA CHW employers rely on grants to fund CHW positions, making long-term planning and continuity of programming tenuous.
[Summary] Sustainable Financing for Community Health Workers in Pennsylvania
A 2020 study found that for every dollar invested in a CHW intervention, Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) saw an average return on investment (ROI) of $2.47. Currently, 58% of PA CHW employers rely on grants to fund CHW positions, making long-term planning and continuity of programming tenuous
CHW Employer Main Office Locations
(2022 Employer Financing Survey)
CHW Employer Service Areas
(2022 Employer Financing Survey)
Endorsing Organizations
For questions or to get involved in advocacy/sustainability please contact:
Leanna Bird, leanna.bird@ahn.org, 412-738-2824
Kristin Lazzara, Kristin.lazzara@ahn.org, 412-260-2634
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