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COLLABORATIVE MESSAGE
Join us for the Glenn County Health System Collaborative.
What is the Health System Collaborative? The collaborative is a multi-sector health care group that meets monthly to discuss improving coordination between health care service providers, integrating systems of care, streamlining health systems, coordinating delivery models, information share, and exploring ideas on increasing health equity in our Glenn County community.
Who? Local medical providers, service providers, and health system representatives.
How? The collaborative identifies areas of need/focus. Then, collective members create workgroups regarding the specified area of need/focus to identify gaps better, need, connections, and problem solve. These workgroups meet as needed and collaborate with the Health System Collaborative to build a cohesive approach with increasing capacity around the area of need/focus.
"We are working alongside medical providers, services providers, and health systems for the care of our community!"
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When? The meetings occur on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The 2021 December meeting will be skipped because of the holiday.
Where? Via zoom and possibly in person as conditions permit.
Any questions and/or meeting information please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Wellness Team (Brenda Enriquez and Shelly Ohlms) benriquez@countyofglenn.net and sohlms@countyofglenn.net
Collaborative activities are funded by the County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Health Systems Development Grant.
*Image citations: from benefitspro, 2021, To improve health outcomes, address health equity, 10/21/2021 date image accessed.
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PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Tri-Counties Community Action Partnership (TCCAP)
501(c)(3) non-profit serving Colusa, Glenn, and Trinity Counties
Whole Person. Whole Families.
Whole Communities.
Wellness Resource Program Vision
The Wellness Resource Program envisions that Glenn, Colusa, and Trinity County will have improved wellness and health outcomes by providing client-centered and holistic services that address health-related social needs utilizing a workforce of Community Health Workers (CHWs). In collaborating with County and Community-based organizations, we will empower community members to act in improving their overall health and wellness.
Development Plan
We are working on building the foundation for our Wellness Resource (WRP) program. During the first phase of our program development, we focus on Community Health Workers (CHWs) as navigators that connect community members to services and supports that address health-related social needs. We are currently working on piloting a transportation program. As we move forward, we envision adding a comprehensive education and peer support component to our program. In building a solid partnership with Glenn County Health and Human Services, Glenn County Community Action Department, local medical providers, and other Community-Based Organizations, we will be able to build the foundation of a strong bridge that brings community members to services and empowers them to become healthier individuals, families, and communities.
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Impact Story: "It just takes a cheerleader!"
“Bob” was a male Community Member with Ace Score of 8. This was one of the highest ACE scores we encountered. Our Community Health Worker, Meghan Metzger, had a referral from the provider. He was suffering from significant anxiety that was impacting his quality of life. Bob was seeking treatment for the anxiety, but did not have insurance when he came in. After Megan’s intake with Bob and discussions around his overall wellness picture, they discussed some possible goals to help him improve his overall health outcomes. Through the understanding of ACES and relationship of toxic stress and anxiety to childhood trauma, both the provider and Community Health Worker were able to engage with the Community Member and empower him to achieve several positive milestones. He did not have insurance when he came in, and they were able to get him connected with an interim plan. He pursued a 2nd job temporarily and found a full-time job with benefits. He began pursuing exercise for stress management as part of his daily routine and developed some other stress reduction techniques. He and Megan really connected and they have had some follow-up calls to share progress and celebrate successes."
Article written by TCCAP
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The need for prioritizing a trauma-informed approach is an essential component of Health Care Systems. The Community Action Department (CAD) and various partners recognize the importance of implementing trauma-informed principles in working with community members around ACEs and various types of traumas. Following the trauma-informed principles is key to creating safe environments and empowering individuals. Trust is built by not over-promising, providing timely in-service delivery, respect, privacy, and following through with commitments.
It is vital that we collectively adopt this approach and build safeguards to assure we are continuously pursuing and practicing through this Trauma-Informed lens. Ideas in moving this forward: it is recommended that significant lead time be given to developing a follow-up system, and strategies are designed for structure and flexibility around different modalities. Most importantly, systems for following up with individuals are crucial to establishing the trust of our community members/clients and service partners.
We invite all of you to consider giving community members the power of choice. Although community members might need to obtain one specific service if they were given the opportunity to learn and educate themselves on available services, it allows space for community members/clients to advocate for themselves. Giving community members choice, normalizing having trauma, exploring new opportunities, and recognizing the stress busters they already use empowers them to build healthy habits.
Also, it is important to recognize that service providers are exposed to secondary trauma while working with community members/clients. Supports must be provided to service providers to help decrease burnout. Debriefing and regular check-ins are recommended to support service providers in processing secondary trauma.
For those of you who could attend the in-person August meeting Restoring Sanctuary, A new operating system for trauma-informed systems of care by Sandra L. Bloom and Brain Farragher was provided. If were unable to attend and are interested in a copy, please email, Brenda Enriquez, at benriquez@countyofglenn.net.
Article written by TCCAP and CAD
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The following are the active workgroups within the Health System Collaborative.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Current activities: This workgroup will leverage the work at the Children’s Interagency Coordinating Council (CICC) meeting and is developing its steering committee (ACEs Collaborative).
4 Sphere of Influence have been identified:
- Education
- Family Services (Behavioral Health, Child Welfare Services, Health, and Human Services)
- Medical System (Medical Providers)
- Justice System (Victim Witness, Probation, Court Judges, Domestic Violence Shelter, Law Enforcement)
Development is in progress, and more information will follow with future newsletters.
Contact information: Shelly Ohlms, Wellness Manager for the Glenn County Community Action Department, sohlms@countyofglenn.net.
CalAIM - Community Supports
Current activities: Community Action Department explores contracting with Anthem and CA Health and Wellness to provide and claim for the following community supports:
- Housing transition navigation services
- Housing deposits
- Hours tenancy and sustaining services
A combined meeting with Colusa County and managed care plans take place every 3 weeks to discuss structure and partnership opportunities.
We are looking for potential partners who are interested in providing services or are already providing services in any of these areas:
- Short-term Post-hospitalization Housing
- Recuperative Care (Medical Respite)
- Respite Services
- Day Habilitation Programs
- Nursing Facility Transition/Diversion
- Community Transition Services/Nursing Facility Transition to Home
- Personal Care and Homemaker Services
- Meals/Medically-tailored Meals
- Sobering Centers
Contact information: Brenda Enriquez, Wellness Program and Administrative Services Coordinator for Glenn County Community Action Department, benriquez@countyofglenn.net.
Medication Assistance Treatment (MAT)
Current activities: Efforts are being made to identify all X-Waivered providers in Glenn County and host a meeting with X Waivered providers to identify opportunities and challenges in providing MAT services.
Millennium is interested in partnering and hosting a meeting for providers.
Eloise Jones and Dr. Jared Garrison have connected with various partners and established providers to identify and develop a plan to bring these services to Glenn County. Brenda will provide administrative supports around this effort.
Contact information: Eloise Jones, Substance Use Disorder (SUDs) Program Manager for Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency, ejones@countyofglenn.net.
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The following are identified workgroups with the Health System Collaborative that do not yet have a champion. If you are interested in leading any of the workgroups, please let the Wellness Team (Brenda E. and Shelly O.) know.
Ambulance services.
Specialty Providers.
Transition is anticipated to occur in January 2024. This workgroup will stay dormant for several months until more information is provided by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).
Orland Navigation Center Opening soon!
Community Action Department has an additional location, 345 Yolo Street in Orland, CA. At this location, you will have access to various assistance applications, and there will be service employees to support individuals in these areas:
- Housing Assistance Services
- Victim Witness Support
- Telehealth Services for the public through their managed care plan (Anthem or California Health and Wellness).
*Service array may expand at a later date.*
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Ampla Health: https://www.amplahealth.org/health-centers/orland-medical-dental/
Anthem:
https://mss.anthem.com/anthem/home.html
Behavioral Health: https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/health-human-services/behavioral-health/orland-behavioral-health
California Health and Wellness/Health Net:
https://www.cahealthwellness.com/
Community Action Department:
https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/community-action/welcome
Dr. Joanne Reid, MD: no current website available.
First Care Medical Associates: no current website available.
First 5 Glenn County:
http://www.first5glenncounty.com/
Glenn County Office of Education:
http://www.glenncoe.org/
Glenn Medical Center:
https://gmcmed.org/
Northern Valley Indian Health, Inc.: https://nvih.org/
Public Health: https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/health-human-services/public-health/welcome
Social Services Department: https://www.countyofglenn.net/dept/health-human-services/social-services/welcome
Tri-Counties Community Action Partnership:
www.tricountiescap.org
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