CHCF Health Innovation Fund

Congratulations to Rocket Doctor and all the companies working to improve health equity and change the face of health care.

Companies can be successful and solve important social problems. Motivo Health is doing just that. “We get to spend hours and hours every week working on a problem that’s really impacting communities. We are working to have enough mental health providers in our country for those who need and want therapy.” Founder Rachel McCrickard, LMFT. Inspired by her own challenges as a therapist, Rachel set out to build a solution and along the way has confronted many challenges and learned a lot in the process. Listen to Rachel’s journey, her advice to entrepreneurs, and what Motivo is doing to ensure its path to profitability: https://lnkd.in/gqjW_m24 Listen where you get your podcasts!

The RockHealth.org Innovation Fellowship is a great opportunity for emerging digital health leaders to gain exposure to the digital health ecosystem. The fellowship helps leaders deepen their understanding of trends and opportunities across the industry and engage with the Rock Health community. Apply today at https://lnkd.in/dyzmrbBm

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Thank you Health Tech 4 Medicaid for the work you do. Older adults are often not at the center of policy change and health systems improvement, especially those living in rural areas. Great insights from The SCAN Foundation Public Policy Lab on the health care needs and current realities of older adults.

🎙️ New Episode Alert on #MakingWavesInHealthTech Podcast 🌊 🔊 Tune to hear Janet B., an entrepreneur, impact investor and trailblazer on our latest episode titled "Big Health Care Problems Demand Taking Risks." Janet shares her deeply personal journey from her family roots in Ghana to becoming a force for change in health equity and technology. 💡 Janet's insights are a beacon for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors alike, proving that big risks can lead to transformative rewards in the quest for health equity. 🌐 Find the full episode wherever you get your podcasts or click here: https://lnkd.in/gqjW_m24 #HealthTech #Innovation #HealthEquity #HealthCareSolutions #DiversityInTech #SocialImpactInvesting #Entrepreneurship

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! As we observe #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, it's crucial to spotlight the significant barriers that Latino/x communities face in accessing mental health care. We are committed to breaking down these barriers and are proud to collaborate with innovative platforms like Sanarai. Enter Luis Suarez, the visionary founder of Sanarai, who is redefining access to mental health care for Spanish speakers. Sanarai is not just an online platform; it's a beacon of hope, offering emotional support and counseling tailored to the cultural and linguistic needs of the Latino/x community. The platform's personalized approach matches clients with providers based on specific needs, ensuring a supportive and understanding environment. Plus, with next-day availability, Sanarai addresses one of the most common deterrents – long wait times. We stand with Sanarai in the belief that mental health care is a right, not a privilege. This Mental Health Awareness Month, let's celebrate the strides being made towards equitable care and continue the conversation on how to support mental wellness in every community. MentalHealth #LatinoHealth #HealthEquity #Innovation #CHCF https://lnkd.in/gqFv-x_6

We are thrilled to highlight a story of technology being a force for good in the most human way possible. In our latest podcast episode, Jonathan Kumar shares the story behind samaritan – a platform designed to empower those without a home to take strides towards a brighter future. 🤝 Samaritan fosters social and financial support, enabling our neighbors experiencing homelessness to rebuild hope and work towards their housing goals. 🏠💡 Samaritan is making a difference and is a great example of how purpose and profit can coexist in startups. Tune in to hear Jonathan's story and his advice for other social entrepreneurs in the healthtech space. #HealthcareInnovation #SocialImpact #Homelessness #TechnologyForGood #CHCF #Medi-Cal

If you care about health care, and you want to learn more about AI's impact on the safety net, don't miss this. Register for our webinar tomorrow. Learn about how AI is benefitting health care, and how we can harness its power to help communities who need it most. Tune in!

Our podcast, Making Waves in Health Tech, is officially live! Check out Episode 1: "Health Care in Schools? Yes!" wherever you get your podcasts. In this inaugural episode, hosts Janet Boachie and Hilda Martinez interview CEO Josh Golomb about how Hazel Health is making big strides in children's health care access. Josh explains why schools are a logical place for children to get the care they need to feel better. Keep a look out for new episodes every two weeks. Each episode, we’ll explore how social entrepreneurs are confronting some of the most pervasive health care problems with smart solutions. They are building business models from day one that support equitable health care by partnering with Medi-Cal, commercial health plans, and health care providers. You’ll want to hear this. Listen and subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/gqjW_m24 #healthequity #impactinvesting #socialentrepreneurs #founders #healthtech #Medi-Cal #Medicaid