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At NACo's Annual Conference, KPMG gave an educational presentation called Behavioral Health & Justice: Challenge Your Assumptions, Uncover Your Opportunity. View the presentation here!
KPMG has a comprehensive set of resources to help government and the public sector respond and recover. See link to our insights here.
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As recovery from the human and economic impacts of COVID-19 pandemic gains strength, elected officials and executives leading county organizations are evaluating lasting changes to their delivery of service to constituents and communities – all while preparing to strategically prioritize and allocate unprecedented levels of Federal and State stimulus dollars to shore-up recovery and invest for future resilience – while ensuring compliance with evolving funding guidance. KPMG can help your county achieve key strategic objectives that benefit your fiscal and operational impact:
KPMG brings deep experience in key sectors of county government, including Justice & Public Safety, Health & Human Services, Transportation & Infrastructure, Housing & Community Development, and Finance & Administration. KPMG is committed to government and public sector organizations in their most challenging times. The KPMG difference lies in our people, passion, insights, and ready-to-use analytical tools, but most of all, our track-record of results. We bring a Rigorous, Rapid, and Results-Driven approach, rooted in Real Partnership and focus on improving the safety, health, and prosperity of the communities you serve.
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In-betweeners: Looking at the people between behavioral health stability and crisis
Super-utilizers. Familiar faces. Frequent visitors. These terms have become ubiquitous in national and local discussions on the intersection of primary health, behavioral health and justice as well as the high costs associated with ineffective, cyclical use of emergency rooms, crisis psychiatric facilities and jails.
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Behavioral Health & Justice - Challenge Your Assumptions, Uncover Your Opportunity
Now, more than ever, counties need to address the mental health epidemic facing 1 in 5 adults in the United States. Although counties annually invest over $83 billion in their local health systems, less than half of those that require treatment actually receive it.
Empowering Communities: How County Leaders are Tackling the Opioid Crisis Head-On
Forward-thinking county leaders are implementing year-round strategies to prevent overdoses, educate communities about the importance of proper drug disposal and connect residents with local resources for support.
County collaboration is key to overcoming the cybersecurity talent shortage
In the United States, citizens depend on county governments to deliver many of the nation’s most critical services. These organizations play a crucial role in ensuring overall community well-being by managing essential services such as law enforcement, public health, infrastructure maintenance, and emergency response.
DTE Energy bringing natural gas, opportunity to Tri-County Region in Northern Michigan
Residents of Benzie, Manistee and Wexford counties in Michigan can breathe a sigh of relief this winter as natural gas becomes available in the region for the first time leading to significant savings, increased comfort and improved reliability.
Building Resilience Against Climate Change – Insights from Tidal Basin
Carlos J. Castillo, President of Federal Services at Tidal Basin, emphasized the critical role of emergency management in local climate resilience at the 2024 NACo Legislative Conference and Annual Conference.
Investing Over $100 Billion in American Infrastructure
AT&T has invested over $140 billion in the past five years to enhance American connectivity, focusing on expanding its role as the nation's largest fiber internet provider and improving its reliable 5G network, which now serves nearly 290 million people.
Building Networks for the Next Century, Not the Last One
AT&T emphasizes its nearly 150-year history of innovation and connectivity as it transitions from traditional copper landlines to modern fiber and wireless technologies, highlighting the importance of adapting to current consumer demands and technological advancements.
Travis County Develops 2,000 Units of Housing to Address Homelessness
This post is sponsored by our partners at Guidehouse. Through Guidehouse's comprehensive support, Travis County is on track to successfully create over 2,000 units of affordable, supportive housing by 2027.
Feeding kids during the summer requires county officials
The introduction of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer program marks a pivotal shift in addressing childhood hunger, especially during the summer when school meals are unavailable. This nationwide initiative, offering substantial grocery benefits, promises transformative support for over 29 million children, with a significant impact on communities facing systemic inequalities.
Why customer-centric strategy is vital for digital service adoption
The importance of a customer-centric strategy in digital service adoption for county governments is emphasized, highlighting the need for thoughtful design, clear communication, and multi-channel engagement to meet user expectations and improve customer experience.
Fighting opioid addiction – one life at a time
The opioid crisis, a major national issue, saw a 55% increase in drug overdose deaths from 2019 to 2022, with 75% involving opioids. Effective strategies to combat this include integrated care, policy enhancement, and technology, focusing on whole-person care and intervention opportunities to save lives.
Planning for the post-American Rescue Plan Act future
Guidehouse outlines strategies for state and local governments to sustain programs after the end of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) funding. It emphasizes the need for reassessing constituent needs, measuring program impact, and considering fiscal implications to ensure long-term viability and effective resource allocation for programs initially funded by SLFRF.
How voluntary benefits can help improve your employee benefit package
Voluntary benefits, tailored to diverse employee needs and often at reduced costs, are proving essential in enhancing employer benefit packages, attracting, and retaining talent, and addressing specific wellbeing issues across different age and income groups.
A countywide opioid misuse prevention campaign is easier to implement than you think
The Deterra Household Mailing Campaign delivers educational tools and deactivation pouches directly to homes. To save lives by tackling the opioid crisis.
From prevention to resilience: Strategies in wildfire mitigation
Explore a multifaceted approach to wildfire mitigation with Tidal Basin. From creating defensible spaces to early detection systems, discover strategies fostering resilient communities, protecting lives & property. Urgent action is crucial amidst rising wildfire risks. Learn more at TidalBasinGroup.com.