By Megan Owen Heaton, LCSW, CCM We’ve all heard the typical consent speech before surgery: “If you don’t proceed, you risk dying sooner; if you do, we extend your life.” […]| CMSA
By Janet Coulter, MSN, MS, RN, CCM, FCM Happy 35th anniversary, CMSA! 35 years of promoting the profession of case management! Amazing! In celebration of our 35th anniversary AND Case Management Month, CMSA is presenting a month of activities – celebrating us! This year’s […]| CMSA
By Tami Wantola, BSN, RN and Sandra Zawalski, MSN, RN, CRRN, CCM In January 2025, Maryland’s disability community was blindsided by the unthinkable: a proposed $200 million slash to the Developmental Disabilities Administration […]| CMSA
Fred has been developmentally disabled since birth. He was non-verbal and came to our hospital with a bowel obstruction due to Pica. He lived in a long-term nursing home known to have a less-than-desirable reputation, but it was one of the few places that took Medicaid patients in our area. Upon admission, we learned that the facility was now being closed due to multiple violations. | CMSA
The client intake process requires caseworkers to consider and remember extensive information about clients’ personal details as well as their unique needs and preferences. A comprehensive nonprofit intake form streamlines this process by establishing a consistent, standardized data system tailored to the needs of your staff and clients. Beyond collecting client information, nonprofit consulting intake […] The post Nonprofit Intake Forms: What to Include and How to Streamline the Proces...| Casebook
Building understanding of software markets in local government from the Local Digital team: We’ve also identified through roundtable discussions and feedback from partners that managing effective procurements and successfully exiting technology contracts is a challenge, particularly where internal capacity or capability is limited. With local government reorganisation, new unitary authorities will need to consolidate systems, ... Keep reading| Dave Briggs
By Angela Mounsey, BSN, RN, CCM, CPHQ One of the most dreaded responsibilities of a case manager is having to issue a letter of non-coverage to a patient or their family. […]| CMSA
By Ronald Hirsch, MD, FACP, ACPA-C, CHRI, CHCQM The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services recently made headlines with its report on […]| CMSA
Social workers know the frustration of trying to help families deal with multiple disconnected systems that don’t communicate with each other. Collaborative case management breaks down these silos by connecting agencies through shared platforms for a collaborative approach to social work. The result is faster delivery, better outcomes, more efficiency, and less stress for workers […] The post 7 Ways Collaborative Case Management Improves Social Service Outcomes appeared first on Casebook.| Casebook
By Eleanor Diaz, MSN, BSN, BA, ACM-RN, ONN-CG I am one of the chairpersons of the Education Committee of the Case Management Society of America (CMSA) Houston/Gulf Coast Chapter, who […]| CMSA
By Janet Coulter, MSN, MS, RN, CCM, FCM| CMSA
By Christina Shollack, RN, BSN, CCM, CBIS| CMSA
By Dr. Colleen Morley, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMGT-BC, CMCN, ACM-RN, FCM, FAACM | CMSA
Domestic violence touches as many as 10 million people in the United States every year, which means you’re sure to handle survivors throughout your career regardless of your specific role. The lifetime economic impact reaches $3.6 trillion when you factor everything in. Behind these staggering domestic violence statistics are real people who need someone trained to understand […] The post How Can Social Workers Help Domestic Violence Victims? Key Roles & Resources appeared first on Ca...| Casebook
Children’s safety depends on child welfare systems that work. The problem is that most caseworkers are overwhelmed with massive caseloads and have to rely on outdated processes that make their jobs nearly impossible. While the challenges in child welfare run deep, innovative approaches and technology can help agencies better serve families. Top 5 Challenges in […] The post Overcoming Challenges in Child Welfare: Tools and Effective Strategies to Try appeared first on Casebook.| Casebook
Discover how case management tools improve veterans' homeless support by streamlining services, tracking housing, and coordinating long-term care.| Casebook
Navigating the world is tough for anyone. Navigating a world that does not understand you is even harder. Then, adding the complexities of a disability to the mix takes things to a whole other level. | CMSA
Sunflowers. I love their tall, huge stems and sunny yellow flowers reaching for the sky! This year, I planted several sunflowers to see if they would grow. They did! I was so happy! I thought the flower at the end of the long green stem would never open, but finally the blooms blossomed into their full majesty. I was amazed and happy.| CMSA
By Mary Rose Ready RN, MSN, CCM, ACM| CMSA
Discover effective ways to attract and retain a diverse talent pool by creating inclusive hiring practices and fostering an equitable workplace culture.| Casebook
