A strong Indiana economy requires healthy Hoosiers — OneHIP is the path.
The Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) has been a cornerstone of Indiana’s healthcare system, improving the health and productivity of hundreds of thousands of Hoosiers since its inception. As we enter 2025, Indiana has the opportunity to build on this successful, homegrown program to strengthen the workforce, enhance economic stability, and ensure healthier communities statewide.
According to Dr. Bryce Ward, a Harvard economist researching the economic impacts of Medicaid in states across the nation, “Medicaid expansion is the best jobs and economic expansion program ever.” HIP exemplifies this, delivering significant economic and health benefits to Indiana while leveraging federal funding that covers 90% of program costs. It is an investment in the state’s people, with a proven return in workforce readiness, job creation, and consumer spending.
Valerie Lassere Ross
Valerie Lassere Ross is a seasoned entrepreneur and industry leader with extensive expertise in the janitorial and cleaning business. As the visionary owner of one of the largest apartment complexes building service enterprises in her region, Valerie has built a multi million-dollar operation known for its exceptional service and innovation.
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YMI center hosts Kwanzaa event celebrating African-American heritage and community
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — People across the country are celebrating Kwanzaa, a cultural celebration that honors African American heritage, community, and values.Xylophone music and the sound of drums filled the the Young Men's Institute Cultural Center as organizers set up...
Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Coalition celebrates roots of African American culture
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - The Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Coalition held its 33rd annual celebration to celebrate the roots of African American culture. The tradition, founded in 1966, is observed over seven days, starting December 26 and ending on January 1.Visitors came...
African American Museum of Southern Illinois celebrates Kwanzaa
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KFVS) - Kwanzaa is currently being celebrated around the world, and one Heartland museum is working hard to bring awareness to the cultural celebration.In Carbondale, the African American Museum of Southern Illinois hosted its annual Kwanzaa...
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