The Goals of CHS Programs

• Decrease Emergency Room utilization
• Reduce the need for inpatient services
• Establish and support the Medical Homes concept to members
• Use a culturally sensitive, individualized, approach to build resiliency, assist in the achievement of age related developmental tasks and promote medical and emotional well-being
• Provide services and support that are specific to each unique member and their family to help develop the ability to care for themselves or their loved ones at home
• Offer members and families a choice of Medical Homes, of unencumbered access to specialty, diagnostic, pharmacy and hospital providers
• Provide services that promote better outcomes, yet are also cost-effective
• Demonstrate that the Medical Homes Network model is an integrated approach that partners the member, the family, the providers, and other natural supports such as community-based services into a holistic approach to healthcare