Rx: Human, Spring 2023

In this issue, we explore the financial and non-financial impacts of health inequity, answer your pressing questions on SDoH, and look at some of the steps the federal government is taking toward health equity.

How Social Support Improves Health Care Utilization

Recent Papa research shows that members who received social support showed reduced rates of hospital readmission and emergency department use.

The Shift from Social Determinants to Social Drivers of Health

Language matters which is why Papa and many others have switched to using the terminology Social Drivers of Health. Read to find out why.

Real World Health Perspectives

Listen in as two health care professionals share their perspectives on how to best care for our aging population through nuanced health care solutions.

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Reaching for Health Equity

Read Papa’s research about the impact of social support services on the overall health of DSNP members.

Rx: Human, Spring 2023

In this issue, we explore the financial and non-financial impacts of health inequity, answer your pressing questions on SDoH, and look at some of the steps the federal government is taking toward health equity.

Human Connection as the Path to Purpose

Download this infographic to learn more about what drives purpose and how that changes depending on our social support and age.

Real World Health Perspectives

Listen in as two health care professionals share their perspectives on how to best care for our aging population through nuanced health care solutions.

Innovating Health Care for the Aging Population

New innovations in the health care industry are helping older adults to maintain their health and dignity as they age.

Bringing Health Home: The Shift to Home-Based Care

Listen as health care professionals discuss the post-pandemic shift to health care in the home.

A Journey Through American Loneliness with Kristen Radtke

Listen as author Kirsten Radtke shares about her book, Seek You: A Journey through American Loneliness and gives insights on loneliness as a health crisis.

Meet Tara and Frank: Pals to Get Through Life’s Toughest Trials

Listen to Papa Pal Tara and member Frank as they share about how Papa’s companion care helped Frank to recover from a life-changing injury and brought hope for his future.

A Look Into the Future of HealthTech with John Sculley

Listen to businessman and entrepreneur John Sculley as he shares about his newest project in health tech innovation and talks about his experiences with Pepsi and Macintosh.

Addressing Social Needs To Improve Health Care Utilization

Join our research team for a conversation about the power of real, human connection and hear how social support positively impacts health care utilization.

Population Probe: Social Support around Major Health Events

As one in five older adults require hospitalization each year, the need for broad-scale access to social support is clear. See how companion care can fill these unmet needs.

How Social Support Improves Health Care Utilization

Recent Papa research shows that members who received social support showed reduced rates of hospital readmission and emergency department use.