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How Care Coordination Lowers Child Hunger During the Summer

While many children in low-income households benefit from school breakfast and lunch programs, many of them lose that benefit over

June 21, 2024

ClientConnect 2023: Health Roads and Medicaid 1115 Waiver Programs

ClientConnect 2023, our inaugural peer-to-peer conference for human services organizations, was a resounding success! But if you missed out, don’t

December 14, 2023

ClientConnect 2023: Looking Back and Forward

ClientConnect 2023, our inaugural peer-to-peer conference for human services organizations, was a resounding success! But if you missed out, don’t

November 6, 2023

Why Victim Service Providers Should Participate in Coordinated Entry

Victim service providers help individuals and families fleeing domestic violence. However, providers face additional complexity when it comes to protecting

May 16, 2023

How to Deal with Verbally Abusive Clients in Social Work

Many caseworkers endure verbal abuse from clients. There are many de-escalation techniques, some more effective than others. How should you

February 17, 2023

ClientTalk Episode 2 Summary, Part 1: Coordinated Entry for Caseworkers

ClientTalk is where our industry experts give you their best insights and best practices across the spectrum of social services.

December 14, 2022

HUD News Highlights for Continuums of Care

New NOFOs, new resources, and new studies: There’s been a lot of new developments for continuums of care (CoC) over

November 10, 2022

Introducing Eccovia University, a Learning and Development Platform for HHS Organizations

Health and human service organizations often get behind with learning and development. What if there were a solution specifically for

September 29, 2022

Helping Teens Cultivate Resilience: Eccovia Sponsors Pivot Adventure

Eccovia is proud to sponsor Pivot Adventure, a nonprofit organization that provides outdoor recreational therapy to teens experiencing mental health

September 8, 2022

ClientTalk Episode 1: Driving Better Outcomes for Victim Service Providers

ClientTalk is where our industry experts give you their best insights and best practices across the spectrum of social services. With storied careers and thoughtful points of view, the leaders here at Eccovia know about a lot more than compliance—because they’ve been where you are.

June 7, 2022

HUD, HIPAA, and HMIS: What You Need to Know

Can homeless services utilize health data? The answer is yes—but only if they follow strict rules put forth by HUD and HIPAA for HMIS. Check out what these rules entail and what benefits come from following them.

May 19, 2022

What Homeless Services Should Expect This Summer

When summer comes, so do rising temperatures and blistering heat. For people experiencing homelessness, this change can be dangerous—even deadly. How can homeless services best prepare for the coming summer?

May 12, 2022

The Obstacles of Refugee Children

Being a child isn’t always easy; neither is being a refugee. What about when you’re both? Consider these unique obstacles refugee children face, as well as how we can better support them as they resettle.

May 5, 2022

Supporting Transgender Day of Visibility

Since 2009, March 31st marks Transgender Day of Visibility. Celebrated by LGBTQ+ communities across the globe, this day serves as a chance to honor progress that transgender individuals and groups have made. It also offers a chance to improve the ways social services address transgender and gender non-conforming communities.

March 31, 2022

The Mental Health of Social Workers

Did you know that over 60% of mental health professionals are social workers? The unique challenges that social workers face mean that they are also at higher risk of developing adverse mental health. Check out the state of mental health among social workers–and how to help.

March 24, 2022

Four Ways to Support National Social Work Month

What is National Social Work Month? Check out more on the history–and importance–of social work, as well as five ways you can get involved today.

March 22, 2022

Women’s Health and HIV

HIV/AIDS impacts more than men who have sex with men. In fact, 23% of cases in the US occur in women. How can health and human service organizations better support these vulnerable populations? It starts with understanding the unique needs of women and HIV/AIDS care.

March 10, 2022

Setting Survivors Up For Success

How can VSPs best set survivors up for success? The path to healing from domestic violence may be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be lonely. Consider how and why VSPs are an integral part of this very healing.

March 2, 2022

Is My Comparable Database Secure?

For any VSP (Victim Service Provider), the top concern should always come down to security. This is for more than ensuring funding–it comes down to protecting the people in their care from those that would do them harm. But how secure is your comparable database?

February 2, 2022

7 Features of Successful VSP Case Management

Are you a Victim Service Provider? Then you should be aware of the signs of a successful comparable database for case management. It comes down to much more than simply following compliance for HUD–you need to make sure it has powerful management tools, a robust security model, and standards for accessibility.

January 27, 2022

Should VSPs Switch to A Comparable Database?

As a victim service provider, you work with vulnerable populations and must ensure that their data is safe and secure. One way to make sure this happens? Integrating a comparable database into your organization.

January 12, 2022

Why Domestic Violence Awareness Matters

Did you know that on average, nearly 20 people per minute experience physical abuse by an intimate partner in the United States? In the span of a year, this equates to over 10 million men and women. For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, consider these reasons as to why awareness matters.

October 27, 2021

Homelessness Mental Health

Knowing the state of mental health among unhoused individuals is the first step in better advocating for change. Consider how mental health plays a role in issues surrounding homelessness, and how your organization can begin to work towards eradicating adverse mental health in your communities.

September 29, 2021

Care Coordination Services

Care coordination plans are the future of healthcare. By utilizing strategies that bring community resources together, health and human service providers can offer better, more comprehensive services that save costs while improving patient outcomes.

September 22, 2021

Where Health and Human Services Meet

Health and human service organizations are beginning to understand why working together is so important. By bridging the gaps of siloed care through whole person care, these organizations can successfully accomplish the “triple aim”: improving the patient experience, improving health outcomes, and reducing the cost of healthcare.

September 15, 2021

How Does Effective Case Management Look?

Health and human services are complex. They require case management systems that not only do the job but do it well. How can you be sure that your case management is at the standard you need? Consider these four elements: client intake and assessment, design tools, referral management, and reporting.

August 11, 2021

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Ryan White And The Forefront of HIV Care

For over 30 years, Ryan White programs have led the nation in HIV care. Today, nearly half of all HIV-positive individuals in the US rely on Ryan White for their health needs. Organizations providing this care are comprehensive in their approach and focus on helping low-income communities.

July 28, 2021

Domestic Violence in the Summer

As the summer months continue, experts warn of an uptick in domestic violence cases. Why does such violence increase during this warmer season? More importantly, what can your social service organization do to help?

June 30, 2021

How One Non-Profit is Addressing Teen Mental Health

Did you know May is both Mental Health Awareness AND Teen Self-Esteem Month? Pivot Adventure, a non-profit in Utah, utilizes recreational therapy to provide affordable mental health courses for teenagers. Their unique approach is critical to the effectiveness of these social services.

May 20, 2021

Problems Refugees Face

Earlier this year, we discussed what refugee resettlement programs can expect in 2021. Many of these expectations have changed—despite big promises from the current administration, only 2,050 refugees have been admitted to the US during the 2020-21 fiscal year (Sep—Aug). What are the problems facing refugees amidst these changes?

April 28, 2021

Caring for the Whole Person

Americans experience some of the highest rates of stress in the world. Those in lower socio-economic brackets report even higher levels, and this can negatively impact their overall health. A whole person care approach can help health and human service organizations better address stress.

April 21, 2021

Building a Fairer, Healthier World Through Social Determinants of Health

This year’s theme for World Health Day is “Building a Fairer, Healthier World”. Key to accomplishing this goal is understanding—and addressing—social determinants of health. As more healthcare providers take a holistic approach to health, more individuals and communities will receive the care they need.

April 7, 2021

3 Signs You Need Better Case Management

Running a health and human services organization can be as challenging as it is rewarding. Often, case management processes—like entering data into spreadsheets, creating reports, and handling clientele growth—can slow down organization effectiveness. Be aware of the signs that show it may be time to upgrade to a more functional case management system.

March 24, 2021

The Case for Universal School Lunch

How can food and nutrition programs best combat child hunger? The COVID-19 pandemic has opened the path for one possible solution: universal school lunch. Advocates pushing for a long-term implementation cite the academic and health benefits of such programs.

March 10, 2021

HMIS 2020 Data Standards Retrospective

In an earlier blog from 2019, we outlined HMIS Data Standards and how they were changing. Now the changes have been made and it is time to reflect.

February 17, 2021

Food Insecurity is Rising. Can SNAP Meet the Challenge?

Hunger in the United States is rising, and food and nutrition services are looking to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for help. As the new administration is challenging lawmakers to increase the financial support for SNAP, food programs are hoping to see an increase in both benefits and eligibility.

February 10, 2021

Filling Gaps in Cancer Treatment with Whole Person Care

What is the best treatment for cancer? While there may not be one simple answer, experts agree on the importance of a whole person care approach. Through social determinants of health, programs and organizations can better help cancer patients by providing the care that they need.

February 3, 2021

Aging In A Pandemic: How COVID-19 Is Impacting Elder Care

The challenges for aging services have become more apparent in the wake of COVID-19. Not only are older adults more at risk from coronavirus complications but they are also prone to compounding issues regarding food security, mental health, and isolation.

January 20, 2021

What Can Refugee Resettlement Programs Expect in 2021?

As the Biden Administration implements a historic limit of 125,000 refugees into the US, resettlement programs can expect new changes with their budget but should prepare for a more gradual shift in execution.

January 13, 2021

Health-Related Social Needs: Healthcare Costs and Medicaid Programs

In many communities, individuals who are chronically homeless—many of whom are Medicaid beneficiaries—are being served by coordination between community providers

October 3, 2024

A Study on Medicaid Expansion: 1115 Waivers and Whole Person Care

In the United States, Medicaid expansion is now being adopted by 41 states, which unlocks a new funding stream for

October 3, 2024

What Human Services Should Know About Self-Reported Data from Clients

It’s often said that the plural of anecdotes is not data. Perhaps a more nuanced take on the phrase could be: conclusions should not be drawn from anecdotes alone. Because, it turns out, anecdotes (i.e., self-reported individual data) are the primary kind of data we receive at client intake, whether for HMIS, domestic violence shelter, refugee services, etc. So there’s a sense in which it’s possible to derive useful data from multiple anecdotes.

September 6, 2024