Immediate Release
11/7/24
Media Contact:
Jenefar de León Cossey, Public Relations Specialist
JdeLeonCossey@yamhillcco.org
Yamhill Community Care (YCCO) Expands Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Benefit to Address Barriers to Housing
McMinnville, OR — Yamhill Community Care (YCCO) is improving members’ overall well-being by addressing barriers to health through the Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN) Benefit services.
What are Health-Related Social Needs (HRSN)?
YCCO’s HRSN Benefit addresses barriers to health, such as housing instability, food insecurity, and lack of access to critical resources for Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members who need support to maintain their health — helping bridge the gap between healthcare and daily needs.
Housing Services
Starting now, launched on November 1, 2024, YCCO will provide housing support to eligible members at risk of losing housing. This includes assistance with rent and utilities, safety home-modifications, and more to maintain housing.
Climate Services
Climate device services will continue to ensure eligible members can stay safe in their homes during this upcoming Fall and Winter season. YCCO began offering climate-related support in March of this year. This includes providing health-related air conditioners, heaters, air filters, portable power supplies, and mini-fridges for medication.
Who Is Eligible?
Members of the OHP with an eligible medical condition who have had one or more of the following experiences:
- Adults and youth recently incarcerated within the past 12 months.
- Adults and youth discharged from eligible behavioral health and substance use disorder facilities, or inpatient psychiatric units within the past 12 months.
- Individuals currently or previously involved in the Oregon child welfare system.
- Individuals transitioning from Medicaid-only to dual eligibility (Medicaid and Medicare) within the past nine months or the upcoming three months.
- Individuals who are at risk of becoming unhoused.
Each benefit has different requirements, and may factor income, age, and health conditions.
For More Information
For more information on YCCO’s HRSN Benefit, including eligibility and how to apply, please contact our YCCO Customer Service at 855-722-8205 (TTY 711) or visit yamhillcco.org/hrsn to find a community agency to assist you.
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About Yamhill Community Care:
Yamhill Community Care (YCCO) is a Coordinated Care Organization that serves Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members in Yamhill County and parts of Washington and Polk County. YCCO’s more than 90 employees are dedicated to improving members’ quality of life by coordinating family support services and effective, integrated, patient-centered health care. YCCO stands out as the only CCO that is also an Early Learning Hub. Learn more at www.yamhillcco.org, and follow YCCO on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
