The HASD&IC Biweekly Briefing provides timely news and information for HASD&IC members and associates and is published on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. Key articles and issues of interest from each publication, along with the President’s Message, are included below.
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5 Things To Know: Community Conversation Will Focus on Regional Workforce Challenges
On June 5, the San Diego Workforce Partnership will host a local conversation with employers, partners, and funders from across San Diego County. The 9:30–11:30 a.m. session is geared toward partner organizations and potential funders, and the 1:30–3:30 p.m. session is geared toward employers. Topics to be discussed include: retention and turnover reduction, pilot programs, improving productivity and customer service, and more. Registration is open for each session individually; light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
5 Things To Know: Imperial County PATH Collaborative to Host Summer Events
The Imperial County Providing Access and Transforming Health (PATH) Initiative Collaborative has several events scheduled for this summer, including: an in-person gathering on June 26 in El Centro, a virtual California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) Provider Forum on June 18, virtual CalAIM Peer Coaching Circles every other Monday, and a quarterly CalAIM 101 training on Aug. 14. More details and registration links can be found online.
5 Things To Know: Fall Prevention and Balance Screening Training Offers Resources for Providers
On June 16 from 12:30–3:30 p.m., the San Diego Fall Prevention Task Force will conduct a training at the County Operations Center in Kearny Mesa. The training is intended for anyone interested in providing free fall prevention presentations and fall risk screenings to community groups, including service providers, older adults, community leaders. Attendees will receive the slide deck, presentation talking points, and supplemental materials. Registration is requested.
5 Things To Know: DHCS Delays Medi-Cal Commercial MCP Procurement
The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) will postpone the next commercial Medi-Cal Managed Care Plan (MCP) procurement by at least two years, to allow the department time to focus on critical California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal initiatives. Current MCP contracts will be extended from Jan. 1, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2026, and the next competitive procurement for MCPs will begin no sooner than 2029, with contracts expected to take effect no sooner than 2031. More information is available on the Medi-Cal Managed Care web page.
Public Health Leadership Is More Critical Than Ever
Public health plays an essential role in the well-being of San Diego communities — not only by responding in times of crisis, but by building systems that help people live healthier, more secure lives every day. As our region continues to face urgent and complex health challenges, San Diego County has a new voice at the helm: Newly appointed San Diego County Public Health Officer Sayone Thihalolipavan, MD, MPH.
5 Things To Know: AARP Aims to Empower Residents with Fraud Tools, Resources
AARP California has launched its San Diego Scam Jam Tour, a series of free events designed to empower residents with the latest tools and resources to combat fraud and protect against identity theft. The tour runs from May through July in San Diego County and will feature fraud presentations, document-shredding events, and cybersecurity workshops. To attend, registration (but not AARP membership) is required.
5 Things To Know: Mandatory Neurodegenerative Disease Reporting Begins July 1
Starting July 1, providers diagnosing or treating patients with neurodegenerative diseases — such as Alzheimer’s, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s — are required to report each case to the California Neurodegenerative Disease Registry, run by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). To assist providers, CDPH has developed a Neurodegenerative Disease Guide to Reporting. Providers may also email the department at CDSRBhelp@cdph.ca.gov with questions.
5 Things To Know: Alzheimer’s Association to Host Community Info Series
The San Diego/Imperial County Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association has partnered with California Estate and Elder Law on a series of events to help educate community members on Alzheimer’s warning signs, estate planning, and other related topics. For more details about the events, which run through Aug. 19, see the event flyer.
5 Things To Know: Upcoming Regional Collaborative Promotes Expanded Access to Medication-Assisted Treatment
At the CA Bridge Program’s free virtual regional collaborative on June 3 from 9-10:30 a.m. (PT), attendees can connect with both regional and statewide leaders in the substance use disorder treatment field and learn how to influence Behavioral Health Services Act priorities for their county. Registration is open via Zoom.
Time is Running Out to Claim More Than $5 Billion in Settlement Opportunities
Providers may still be eligible to recover funds from class action settlements with upcoming deadlines, more than $5 billion in total is available, including:
