Participants met with a public health nurse when they started the program to receive a comprehensive health assessment. The nurse also acted as a case manager to support and coordinate access to care, as well as to help participants manage and prevent diseases through primary care or referrals and health education. Participants were also given the opportunity to attend a two-hour information session about Medicaid. The program lasted nine months, and participants checked in with the nurse after three, six, and nine months.
The target population included unemployed female TANF recipients between 18 and 60 years of age with at least one chronic health condition. Most participants were unmarried and had previously received TANF cash assistance. The program took place in two counties, one urban and one rural, in north-central Florida.
8% (in percentage points)
High
