Whole Person Care Stories

Read how value-based care can help health care services to better address an individual’s’ physical, mental, behavioral and social needs.

• Medical Care and Social Services Work Together to Meet Kids’ Needs: Gloria’s Story  |  En Español
    CMS pilot supports health and social service providers’ efforts to help children and families  
• Treating the Whole Person: Vince’s Story
  After a retired florist’s rent surged, he found help through his primary care provider
• Help from a Home Care Companion: Paul’s Story
  Loneliness and isolation can worsen health conditions, and in response, CMS helps promote companionship
• Improving Health and Access to Care in Rural Areas: One Pennsylvania Couple’s Story
  The Pennsylvania Rural Health Model aims to improve rural patients’ access to care and reduce hospital admissions
• Fall Prevention Program Helps MD Resident: Philmore’s Story
  Maryland programs help prevent falls, address other health-related issues
• Navigating Life After Dementia Diagnosis: Joe’s Story
  CMS’ GUIDE Model aims to improve the quality of life for people living with dementia, reduce caregiver strain
• Help with Hospice: Alejandro’s Family’s Story
  Navigating end-of-life care is challenging for many families, but a CMS program provides extra support
• Making Change Possible: A Health Coach's Story
  Motivational interviewing and supports nudge Baltimore residents to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes