Advancing Equity and Sustainability in Workforce Development
The Department of Health and Human Services in Long Beach is navigating significant challenges in workforce development, particularly in addressing the needs of underserved and vulnerable populations. Historical economic disparities have disproportionately affected low-income residents and communities of color, creating barriers to health services and employment opportunities. These challenges have... Read more
Creating an Integrated Service Delivery Model to Improve Public Health
Residents of Long Beach have access to more than 40 programs through the Department of Health and Human Services. These programs address a variety of community health needs, including family planning, HIV care, homelessness, veteran support, and more. But there is no department-wide standard for determining client need or eligibility... Read more
Creating an Integrated Approach to Addressing Homelessness
On any given day, approximately 2,300 people experience homelessness in the City of Long Beach. The City’s Department of Health and Human Services leads the Long Beach Continuum of Care (CoC), which administers housing and support services. FUSE Fellow Sharon Meron worked with the city and the CoC to design... Read more