Categories: New York State
09.17.2013
Release highlights 12 residences across New York State
Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a press release last week on New York’s efforts to house high-cost Medicaid users through the Medicaid Redesign Team (MRT) Supportive Housing Initiative.
The press release, available here, provides details on the $46.7 million in capital funding that the state has already awarded through the program. This funding will help develop 483 new units of supportive housing in 12 residences across the state.
The press release includes a quote from Jason Helgerson, New York State’s Medicaid Director and the soon-to-be recipient of the Government Partner of the Year award at our Awards Gala on October 16.
“There is compelling evidence, both in New York and nationally, that for people coping with chronic illness or disability and behavioral health challenges, the lack of stable housing often results in avoidable health care utilization and, in turn, avoidable Medicaid expenses,” Mr. Helgerson said. “There is a growing national recognition that addressing the social determinants of health is critical for improving health while reducing health care costs. This is most evident in the matter of housing.”
Congratulations to the Network members who’ve received awards:
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Common Ground
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Comunilife
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The Lantern Group
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Mercy Haven
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Opportunities for Broome
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Providence Housing Development Corporation
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Services for the UnderServed
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Volunteers of America Greater New York (in conjunction with the Housing Collaborative)