Mental health is #MaternalHealth .
You're not alone. Mental health challenges can happen after having a baby - - and help is available. If you need someone to talk to, call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262). #MaternalMentalHealthMonth

#DYK : Culturally and linguistically appropriate information and services can help provide good mental health support for those who need it. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available in English and Spanish. 988lifeline.org/talk-to-someon… 988lifeline.org/es/obten-ayuda/

It was wonderful to join AARP at VHCHealth yesterday and an honor to meet with healthcare workers and family members who sacrifice so much to help loved ones get the care they need at home. Your feedback is essential as CMS continues to strengthen our support for caregivers.

Today, @CMSgov approved an amendment to Tennessee's TennCare 1115 demonstration. The amendment expands eligibility, covers diapers for eligible families with children under the age of 2, and enhances home and community-based services. medicaid.gov/medicaid/secti…

.CMSGov approved a five-year extension to the Delaware Diamond State Health Plan Section 1115 Demonstration. With this approval, the state will add three new benefits, including piloting coverage for home delivery of meals or a food and diaper box to postpartum people.

Pregnancy is beautiful, but it can also be emotionally complex. Mood swings, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed are all common. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone! There are resources to support your mental health journey. ➡️ 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/…

Your family history and heritage help you realize your unique self, but there can also be challenges. Cultural influences can impact people seeking out the #MentalHealth care they need. Don't let stigma stop you: samhsa.gov/find-support #AANHPIHM #MentalHealth AwarenessMonth

Virtual registration for #HealthEquity Con24 closes tomorrow!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to sustain #HealthEquity through action. Register today to attend virtually: cmshealthequityconference.com/register.html

As women, we often find ourselves in caregiving roles, which can leave little time for us or our health. During #WomensHealthWeek , make yourself a priority and take charge of your health journey. Learn more about the unique health needs women face: health.gov/healthypeople/…

Happy #MothersDay ! I especially want to recognize and thank the hardworking moms I have the pleasure of working with at CMS. Your support and dedication make all that we do possible.

Becoming a new parent can be hard. It is normal to feel depressed, anxious, & overwhelmed after having a baby. If you need someone to talk to, call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA. It's free & confidential. #MaternalMentalHealth

Taking care of your mental health is important at every stage of life. Talk with your doctor to see if mental health services are right for you—Medicare covers many of them: go.medicare.gov/3wil7XL

In-person talks promote healthy mental development. This Mental Health Awareness Month, talk to your children and teens about mental health. Need help getting started? samhsa.gov/mental-health/… #MHAM2024 #MentalHealthMatters

#DYK that May is #OlderAmericansMonth ? Embracing aging and all the changes that come with it is vital to staying connected and keeping your mind and body healthy. Learn more about staying active and not letting age define your limits:
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Nurses are the front line of caring for patients. They not only support our hospitals, but they also make health care possible for people across the country. Thank you for your dedication & ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care! #HHSCelebratesNurses #NursesWeek

May is #MaternalMentalHealthMonth !
Becoming a new parent is a time full of joy but also a time of new stressors and challenges. You can't care for others if you aren't caring for yourself. Make your mental health a priority and get the care you need.

.CMSGov published a final rule that reduces barriers to obtaining health coverage by modifying the definition of “lawfully present” enabling #DACA recipients to enroll in health insurance plans through the ACA Marketplaces or a Basic Health Program. cms.gov/newsroom/fact-…

.CMSGov is connecting families to the health coverage they need by approving 12 months of postpartum #Medicaid and #CHIP coverage in Nevada — An estimated 6k more NV residents annually will be eligible for health coverage for a full year after pregnancy.

Honored and privileged to serve in this role.

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It's #AANHPIHeritageMonth ! This month, we honor the many achievements and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders that have enriched our country's history and helped us continue to build a better future.