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Thanks to our partners at Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, more student loan repayments are being distributed as part of the?MA Repay Program (marepay.org). “These investments are critical to addressing the persistent staff shortages in behavioral health and primary care settings,” said?Health and Human Services Secretary Kate Walsh. Read the press release here: https://ow.ly/rvXs50VqLEb

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the lives of others? We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team in the field of health and human services. Every day, you can change lives, offer support, and empower individuals to overcome challenges. Your dedication and commitment will not only transform the lives of those you serve but also inspire positive change within yourself! Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services is hosting an in-person career fair on Wednesday March 26, 2025, from 10a-2p at Holyoke Community College (2nd floor Campus Center Cafeteria) located at 303 Homestead Ave Holyoke, MA. Come meet our hiring managers: MassAbility Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Department of Children and Families (DCF) Department of Youth Services (DYS) Department of Public Health (DPH) Department of Mental Health (DMH) Mass Commission for the Blind (MCB) Mass Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MCDHH) Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE) Register here: https://bit.ly/4bmSUPA Explore featured EOHHS opportunities here: https://bit.ly/4i0HjYP

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced two standing orders today that will allow eligible MassHealth members and Health Safety Net patients to obtain prenatal vitamins and over-the-counter oral contraceptives for free. “Our administration is committed to expanding access to reproductive and maternal health care across Massachusetts. We know that prenatal vitamins and birth control play a really important role in women’s health,” said Office of Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Read more here: https://ow.ly/kGH850Vc7BF

MassHealth is proud to partner with Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and The Arc of Massachusetts (The Arc) to make dental care more inclusive and welcoming. We’re grateful to Tufts Dental Facilities and The Arc for sharing their expertise and perspectives— spanning providers, patients, and caregivers— at the?Yankee Dental Congress, hosted by the Massachusetts Dental Society on January 30th. Learning directly from the lived experiences of self-advocates and their caregivers highlights the opportunities to improve dental access for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism. By fostering empathy and trust, we can create a more welcoming experience for all patients. See a photo below from the event!

Assistant Secretary Michael Levine was honored to receive the Health & Hospital Hero Award from the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association (MHA) on January 30th, alongside Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Robert Goldstein. This recognition highlights their leadership in navigating the Steward Health Care crisis and their outstanding commitment to patients, caregivers, and healthcare organizations across the commonwealth. The photo below features MHA President & CEO Steven M. Walsh, Michael Levine and Robert Goldstein.

“Improving health outcomes for our diverse members and promoting equitable health is central to our mission at MassHealth,” said Assistant Secretary for MassHealth, Mike Levine. Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/eqQMKdQT

Discover how the MassHealth Primary Care Sub-Capitation Program supports better health care access. Visit the program's website to learn more about its resources, benefits, and how it works to improve primary care services for members:?https://lnkd.in/eJjg_9nz

“Will this solve disparities in Massachusetts for our members? No, not this alone,” said Clara Filice, MD, MPH, MHS, FAAP, deputy chief medical officer at MassHealth. “But we think together, with everything else, we have a real opportunity to begin chipping away at these decades-long entrenched disparities in chronic disease care.”

MassHealth has launched the MassHealth Program Advisory Committee (MPAC)?to bring stakeholders together in shaping policies and programs that better serve our members. We’re seeking approximately 12 members from: ?? State or local consumer groups or community organizations serving MassHealth members ?? Providers and administrators familiar with members' care needs ?? Managed care entities participating in MassHealth The MPAC will also include representatives from state agencies serving MassHealth members. Learn more and apply by January 17 at 5:00 pm on COMMBUYS: https://lnkd.in/eV6p6BQz

The MA Repay program is making a meaningful impact in supporting our healthcare workforce. One awardee recently had their student debt significantly reduced, bringing financial relief to them and their family. Discover how the program could support you: marepay.org