The HHS+ program was initiated in the 1990s as a Medicaid demonstration project under the authority of Section 1115 of the Social Security Act. The program was designed to test innovative approaches to delivering healthcare services to low-income individuals and families. Over the years, the program has undergone several changes and expansions, with a focus on improving health outcomes and reducing costs.
Research shows a gendered aspect to food security. Women in urban informal sectors tend to devote a larger portion of their earnings to household consumption compared to men. Therefore, female-headed households or households where women have higher control over income may show different (sometimes better) food security outcomes, although they are also more likely to be poor. 3. Livelihood Diversification and Tenure Security The HHS+ program was initiated in the 1990s
Address burnout and shortages through competitive wages, mental health support for providers, career ladder pathways, and technology that reduces administrative burden. HHS+ treats the well-being of caregivers as essential to system health. Research shows a gendered aspect to food security
Successful households often use enterprise diversification (having multiple income sources) to mitigate the risk of food insecurity. Policy Implications and Interventions early childhood home visiting
Shift 20% of crisis-response funding upstream: community wellness hubs, early childhood home visiting, workplace mental health programs, and climate-resilient health planning. Measurable goals: reduce ER overcrowding and long-term disability costs.