ResultsOhio: Transforming Addiction Recovery Funding with Data-Driven Success
We're not going to dictate how you get there, but clearly, if you're going to have results, you're going to have a high integration, as we talked about, with the critical elements of care.
Ever wondered how your tax dollars are spent on public health programs? In this eye-opening episode of Cover 2 Resources, host Greg McNeil sits down with Ohio State Treasurer Robert Sprague to discuss the innovative ResultsOhio initiative. Sprague, who manages Ohio’s substantial investment and debt portfolios, introduces a groundbreaking 'pay-for-success' approach to funding recovery programs. This means only projects that prove their effectiveness get the green light for government funding.
Imagine pitching your best recovery project and having to demonstrate its success to secure financial backing. That’s the essence of ResultsOhio. This initiative is not just about throwing money at problems; it’s about supporting solutions that work. From small community organizations to large-scale initiatives, everyone gets a fair shot, but they must show results. During the episode, Sprague shares his passion for creating meaningful change and highlights successful programs like Drug-Free Clubs of America and Employee Assistance Programs.
He emphasizes the importance of sober living environments and other critical elements of care. If you're curious about how data-driven strategies can revolutionize public health funding and make a real impact on addiction recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover how ResultsOhio is setting a new standard for accountability and success in social and public health programs.