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Concept Paper: A Safe Way Forward Prevention Services for Families Experiencing Domestic Violence

On October 13th, the New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) released a Concept Paper outlining a forthcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Safe Way Forward (SFW) program, which provides child welfare protections to families experiencing intimate partner violence. The program includes the provision of therapeutic interventions to address intimate partner violence and…

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NYS Enhanced HCBS Spending Plan Quarterly Update

On October 20th, the New York State (NYS) Department of Health (DOH) posted the first quarterly update to its enhanced Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) spending plan under the American Rescue Plan (ARP). In this update, DOH estimates that it will be directly eligible for $2.248 billion in state share savings through this program, up…

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RFP: Development and Management of a Pre-Admission Process for Residential Services for Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders

On October 14th, the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) reissued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for one contractor to develop, implement, and manage pre-authorization/admission services for individuals ages 21 and under with substance use disorders who are in need of inpatient treatment. The awarded applicant will establish and manage an Admissions Review Team…

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Concept Paper: Ending the Epidemic in NYC

On October 6th, Public Health Solutions, on behalf of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH), released a Concept Paper outlining an upcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) that aims to reduce new HIV infections in New York City through a viral load suppression program and crystal methamphetamine harm reduction services. DOHMH…

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Weekly Health Care Policy Update – October 15, 2021

In this update:  COVID-19 Response FDA Panel Meets to Consider Moderna and J&J Booster Doses Merck and Ridgeback Biotherapeutics Apply for EUA for Covid-19 Oral Antiviral Administration Melanie Anne Egorin Sworn in as Assistant Secretary for Legislation Legislative Democratic Ways and Means Staff Release Report on Race in Clinical Decision Support Tools Regulatory Colorado to…

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RFP: Family Enrichment Centers

On September 22nd, the New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to expand the Family Enrichment Center (FEC) model, a family-centered, place-based primary prevention approach available to all members in the community that aims to strengthen family protective factors, increase child and family wellbeing, and promote stability. FEC…

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Weekly Health Care Policy Update – October 8, 2021

In this update:  COVID-19 Response Pfizer Asks FDA for EUA for Covid-19 Vaccine for Kids 5-11 White House Announces Investment in Covid-19 Rapid Tests, FDA Grants EUA for FlowFlex OMB Publishes Guidance on Federal Vaccine Mandate Exemptions AstraZeneca Applies for EUA for Long-Acting Antibody Treatment J&J Requests FDA Authorization for Booster Shots Administration NIH Director…

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Weekly Health Care Policy Update – October 1, 2021

In this update:  Covid-19 Updates CMS to Pay for Covid-19 Booster Shots CDC Issues Advisory Recommending Covid-19 Vaccinations for Pregnant Women OCR Releases Guidance on HIPAA Protections and Covid-19 Vaccinations Regulatory Biden Administration Issues Second Part of Surprise Billing Rule HHS Opens PRF Round 4 Applications and Round 3 Reconsiderations HHS Awards $1 Billion to…

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RFA: CDC HIV Prevention Programs

On September 21st, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a Request for Applications (RFA) for community-based organizations to develop and implement high-impact HIV prevention programs for the following populations: Category A: Young (13-34 years) men of color who have sex with men and their partners, regardless of age, gender, and race/ethnicity; or …

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