A Trauma-Informed Approach to the 1115 Waiver: A Critical Ingredient for Success

• By: Jenna Velez, LCSW Tricia Williams Coordinated Care Services, Inc.
• October 7th, 2022
• 1115 waiver, adverse childhood experiences, community-based organizations, Fall 2022 Issue, health equity, trauma, trauma-informed care
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Despite an increasing recognition and surge of evidence that trauma is pervasive and has significant negative health consequences, the traditional healthcare system has not yet been configured in a way that is adequately responsive to this knowledge. Conversely, the system creates barriers to...