Earlier this year, Public Policy Associates, Inc. spoke with Michigan Works! agencies about their efforts to meet the needs of job seekers with barriers to employment, to connect individuals with middle-skill jobs (those requiring less than a four-year degree), and to support the 60 x 30 goal (60 percent of Michigan adults holding industry-valued postsecondary … Continued
Our latest issue brief, “Emerging Cross-Sector Solution for Health-Related Social Needs,” discusses how health care and community-based organizations can work together to address both the social and health needs of patients. This approach requires communication and cooperation across systems that have not traditionally worked together, but offers promise for improving patient outcomes and reducing health … Continued
We really enjoy connecting with people to discuss strategic solutions to challenging issues. Although we cannot get together in person right now, virtual events keep the ideas and collaboration flowing. This month, PPA staff Dr. Nancy McCrohan, Anna Colby, and Nathalie Winans conducted a webinar with Feeding America West Michigan as part of a larger … Continued
Public Policy Associates (PPA) is conducting research on the effects of policy changes to the Michigan Child Development and Care (CDC) program, which provides assistance to help families access quality child care. The preliminary report of findings is now available on PPA’s website. The policies under examination included instituting a graduated program exit, a 12-month … Continued
The 2020 Child Care Market Rate Survey opens on October 26 to all licensed child care providers in Michigan. Providers have the option to take the survey online, on paper, or by telephone. Public Policy Associates, Inc. is conducting the survey on behalf of the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Great Start. The survey … Continued
One in four school-age children in the United States don’t have the digital tools in their homes to support remote learning Public Policy Associates, Inc. researchers have found in a new study for the National Education Association. The lack of computers or high-speed internet means millions of students are ill-equipped for the online education that … Continued
