Georgians for a Healthy Future

Oct 3

The Kennedy Forum highlights Georgia’s landmark enforcement of mental health parity laws, including $20 million in insurer fines. 💬 “The fines issued to insurers are a powerful and important move toward making sure families can get the mental health and substance use care they need — and have a ri...Read more

The Kennedy Forum highlights Georgia’s landmark enforcement of mental health parity laws, including $20 million in insurer fines. 💬 “The fines issued to insurers are a powerful and important move toward making sure families can get the mental health and substance use care they need — and have a right to — with fewer delays or costly barriers.” — Laura Colbert, GHF Executive Director

Oct 2

📬 The September edition of Peach Pulse is here! This month’s newsletter covers: ✔️ A message from our Executive Director on autism facts, resources, and trusted experts ✔️ GHF’s latest publications, including mental health parity enforcement ✔️ Upcoming webinars and opportunities to take action ...Read more

📬 The September edition of Peach Pulse is here! This month’s newsletter covers: ✔️ A message from our Executive Director on autism facts, resources, and trusted experts ✔️ GHF’s latest publications, including mental health parity enforcement ✔️ Upcoming webinars and opportunities to take action Stay informed with the latest health care updates, resources, and stories shaping Georgia’s future. 👉 Read the full newsletter here:https://healthyfuturega.org/ghf_peach_pulse/september-2025-peach-pulse/ #PeachPulse #HealthPolicy #GeorgiaHealth #HealthcareAccess

Sep 29

Medicaid work requirements are moving forward, and experts say states shouldn’t delay. These changes will impact how families access and keep their health coverage. As our own Enrollment Assister, Deanna Williams, explains: clear, repeated communication across multiple platforms is key to making su...Read more

Medicaid work requirements are moving forward, and experts say states shouldn’t delay. These changes will impact how families access and keep their health coverage. As our own Enrollment Assister, Deanna Williams, explains: clear, repeated communication across multiple platforms is key to making sure people understand what’s happening. 📖 Read the full article from Healthcare Dive: https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/medicaid-work-requirements-state-implementation-macpac/760531/ #Medicaid #HealthCoverage #CoverGA

Sep 26

A rural Georgia hospital is preparing to close its labor and delivery unit, citing Medicaid cuts as a key factor. This decision will limit access to maternal health services and impact reproductive care for patients across the region. Read more from the Georgia Recorder: https://georgiarecorder.com...Read more

A rural Georgia hospital is preparing to close its labor and delivery unit, citing Medicaid cuts as a key factor. This decision will limit access to maternal health services and impact reproductive care for patients across the region. Read more from the Georgia Recorder: https://georgiarecorder.com/2025/09/17/rural-georgia-hospital-plans-to-close-its-labor-and-delivery-unit-in-part-due-to-medicaid-cuts/ #CloseTheCoverageGap #GeorgiaHealth #Medicaid

Sep 24

1.4 million Georgians could face higher health care costs if Congress doesn’t act to extend the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits. Want to know how much more you could pay in premiums? Use the Kaiser Family Foundation calculator to estimate your costs—and then take action. 📣 Contact your lawmake...Read more

1.4 million Georgians could face higher health care costs if Congress doesn’t act to extend the ACA’s enhanced premium tax credits. Want to know how much more you could pay in premiums? Use the Kaiser Family Foundation calculator to estimate your costs—and then take action. 📣 Contact your lawmakers today and urge them to protect these savings for Georgia families.