Outreach and enrollment strategies that help people understand and access benefits available are vital to the Affordable Care Act’s success. Community Catalyst supports state and local partners in developing and sustaining their outreach strategies.
The following recommendations, based on our research, information from other experts, and conversations with advocates, would make MCO data on any Medicaid website more accessible and user-friendly. [ Blog ]
As we individually reflect and reevaluate at the turn of the year, so too must states in regard to their plans for unwinding the COVID-19 public health emergency and corresponding Medicaid protections. [ Blog ]
In light of recent developments regarding the Build Back Better Act, we will continue to work hard alongside policymakers and advocates across the country to deliver critically-needed improvements in health care affordability, access and equity for all. [ Press Release ]
Planning for the end of the public health emergency and what it means for people in their states. [ Blog ]
Today, the U.S. House passed the Build Back Better Act, which would make critical advancements for health care affordability, access and equity. [ Press Release ]
President Biden and Congress released an agreed upon framework for the Build Back Better Act, which would make historic investments to enhance the health, economic security and well-being of people and communities across the country. [ Press Release ]
Take action to pass the Build Back Better agenda. [ Alert ]
These new and updated tools can help you raise your voice and amplify the need for Congress to act now. [ Alert ]
The U.S. House of Representatives appears set to vote on a $3.5 trillion budget resolution. The resolution signals support for a number of critical health policies. [ Press Release ]
The official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) remains unclear, but some states are already either planning for or taking actions regarding Medicaid enrollment. [ Blog ]
In addition to missing out on the benefits of Medicaid, individuals in states that have not expanded Medicaid also suffer more financially and accrue more debt than their counterparts in expansion states. [ Blog ]
Community Catalyst's new August Recess Toolkit contains several new resources to help you reach out to members and to your base. [ Alert ]
Take action to pass the Build Back Better agenda. [ Alert ]
These new and updated tools can help you raise your voice and amplify the need for Congress to act now. [ Alert ]
This toolkit illustrates how advocates can leverage American Rescue Plan Act funds to spur transformative change and address the unique needs of communities. [ Publication ]
Immigrants must wait 5 years before they can enroll in federally funded programs, such as Medicaid and CHIP. Here's how Congress can remove this barrier for lawfully present immigrants. [ Publication ]
Community Catalyst's new August Recess Toolkit contains several new resources to help you reach out to members and to your base. [ Alert ]
Check out our Medicaid Birthday toolkit! [ Alert ]
A project that is working to collaboratively create policies that help communities of color, low-income people, immigrants, people in rural communities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ people thrive, through grassroots coalitions in 24 states. [ Publication ]
As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, lets step up our efforts to secure high quality, affordable heath care for those who've served our country. Check out these resources. [ Alert ]
As of May 2021, 38 states have closed the coverage gap. Research on the effects of expansion in these states has demonstrated the benefits of closing the gap. [ Publication ]
Check out our new affordability messaging [ Alert ]
Advocates will play an important role in promoting opportunities for expanded health coverage and ensuring robust participation and input from the community. [ Alert ]
This toolkit offers resources and strategies for advocates to make consumers aware of the ARPA investments in affordable coverage and in the community infrastructure. [ Publication ]
Take action to pass the Build Back Better agenda.
These new and updated tools can help you raise your voice and amplify the need for Congress to act now.
Community Catalyst's new August Recess Toolkit contains several new resources to help you reach out to members and to your base.
Check out our Medicaid Birthday toolkit!
As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, lets step up our efforts to secure high quality, affordable heath care for those who've served our country. Check out these resources.
Check out our new affordability messaging
Advocates will play an important role in promoting opportunities for expanded health coverage and ensuring robust participation and input from the community.
Tomorrow night’s state of the union marks the first time President Biden will speak to Congress. Our job is to remind the Biden administration and policymakers that health care is central to infrastructure – and the time to be bold is now.
With the recent passage of the American Rescue Plan, there are new, exciting federal incentives available for the 12 remaining states to expand Medicaid.
The endurance of the ACA for over a decade is a testament to the strength of our collective efforts in the never-ending fight for progress.
Since open enrollment in the Affordable Care Act marketplace began in 2013, the national uninsured rate has declined to 8.6%, its lowest point in history - this didn’t happen in a vacuum. Community Catalyst worked closely with health advocates and enrollment assisters in all 50 states to help consumers gain access to health insurance coverage. Our state partners credit us for having the right expertise and knowledge to help them accomplish these historic health coverage gains.
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