Centering Healthcare Institute Secures $3 Million Investment
Centering Healthcare Institute (CHI) is excited to announce a significant investment of $3 million from Elevance Health Foundation. This funding is set to empower CHI's initiatives over the coming years, aimed at enhancing support for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and other providers delivering CenteringPregnancy®, an innovative approach to group prenatal care.
The Significance of CenteringPregnancy
For over two decades, CHI has been at the forefront of group care models, particularly the Centering model, which is focused on improving health outcomes for expectant mothers. The CenteringPregnancy program encourages interactive learning, allowing patients to spend ten times more time with healthcare providers compared to traditional care settings. This extended interaction provides valuable opportunities to address health and wellness topics that are typically sidelined during standard medical visits.
Elevating Access and Care Quality
Colin Mincy, Co-CEO of CHI, shared, "This investment from Elevance Health Foundation comes at a critical moment. It allows us to deepen our commitment to expanding access and strengthening support for CenteringPregnancy sites nationwide." The initiative aims to enhance technical assistance and accreditation programs, enabling more healthcare providers to deliver top-tier, equitable care that positively influences maternal health outcomes and fosters healthy communities.
Transformative Outcomes for Prenatal Care
Highlighting the transformative impact of CenteringPregnancy, Qiana Cressman, Co-CEO of CHI, stated, "With Elevance Health Foundation's generous support, we're equipped to progress our mission of health equity and ensure even more families benefit from comprehensive, community-focused prenatal care." This model has shown promising results, effectively reducing the rates of preterm births and NICU admissions while significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and reducing healthcare costs.
Strengthening Maternal Health Efforts
Since 2021, Elevance Health Foundation has invested $30 million into initiatives designed to optimize the health of women and their newborns. Dr. Shantanu Agrawal, Chief Health Officer of Elevance Health, noted, "Expecting mothers participating in our grant programs have achieved preterm birth rates that are significantly lower than the national average. This is a positive indicator of progress, but there remains much work to do. Our support for programs like CenteringPregnancy ultimately aims to enhance birth outcomes, thereby improving overall health outcomes for mothers and families alike."
CHI's Commitment to Transforming Care
Since its inception, CHI has dedicated itself to revolutionizing prenatal healthcare through the CenteringPregnancy model, which creates a supportive community for expectant parents during their group prenatal visits. The newfound funding from Elevance Health Foundation will facilitate the expansion of CHI's reach, allowing more Centering sites to achieve and maintain accreditation and ensure an elevated standard of care for all patients.
About Centering Healthcare Institute
Centering Healthcare Institute is a national non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing health and transforming care delivery. Based in Boston, MA, CHI has pioneered the Centering model, currently offered at over 500 clinical sites across 46 states and territories, having served more than 500,000 patients. This evidence-based approach combines health assessments, interactive engagement, and community building, fostering positive health behaviors and better health outcomes. Programs like CenteringPregnancy® and CenteringParenting® cater to families from pregnancy through the early years of their children’s lives, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. The Centering model is also being adapted to address various health conditions, from chronic illnesses to supportive care for vulnerable populations.
About Elevance Health Foundation
Elevance Health Foundation, the philanthropic branch of Elevance Health Inc., focuses on improving health outcomes for socially vulnerable groups. The Foundation emphasizes maternal-infant health, behavioral health, and nutrition, aligning with Elevance Health's mission to act as a trusted health partner within communities. To learn more about its initiatives, visit the Elevance Health Foundation website.
Contact Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CenteringPregnancy?
CenteringPregnancy is a group prenatal care model that combines health assessments with community support, enhancing care quality for expectant mothers.
Who funds the Centering Healthcare Institute?
The recent investment of $3 million from Elevance Health Foundation supports CHI's efforts to enhance prenatal care services.
How does CenteringPregnancy improve health outcomes?
This model significantly increases patient-provider interaction time, which helps address critical health topics and improves overall maternal health outcomes.
What are the goals of CHI with this funding?
CHI aims to expand access and enhance support for CenteringPregnancy sites, empowering more healthcare providers to deliver equitable care.
What other health conditions does the Centering model address?
The Centering model has broadened its scope to include various health issues such as asthma, diabetes, and opioid recovery, improving care for diverse patient populations.
