Article Publication Date:
8/6/2008
Summary:
NASHP produced this report and webinar to help states provide Medicaid and SCHIP coverage to youth involved with or exiting foster care and juvenile justice systems. The report focuses on simplifying enrollment, enhancing retention through transitions, and integrating services with partners. The webinar slides present the report findings in brief and highlight programs in New Mexico and Washington that focus on the juvenile justice system and youths released from incarceration.
Types/Tools:
Sources:
Rutgers/NASHP
National Academy for State Health Policy
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
juvenile justice; foster care; outreach; Ribicoff; Chafee; 1115 waiver; SCHIP
Contact
Sonya Schwartz
sschwartz@nashp.org
Phone:
202-903-0101
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51658