Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Policy & Research Solutions in Ohio
Center-Community Solutions is a century-old, nonpartisan research center dedicated to improving health, social, and economic conditions in Ohio. Our work combines policy analysis, research, and data-driven strategies to address critical issues such as behavioral health, maternal and infant health, Medicaid policy, poverty, and the well-being of older adults. We provide actionable insights through statehouse testimony, educational initiatives like the Medicaid Institute, and legislative engagement to amplify community voices. Our research includes demographic studies, community health assessments, and narrative analysis to inform government and nonprofit organizations. Data analysis remains central to our mission, helping direct service organizations and policymakers develop strategies that support Ohioans.With over 80% of our staff holding advanced degrees, we combine academic rigor with practical policy expertise. Our board comprises leaders from Northeast Ohios legacy institutions, ensuring a deep understanding of regional challenges. We maintain a nonpartisan stance while advocating for systemic improvements in health and human services. Our century-long legacy reflects a commitment to pragmatic problem-solving in Ohios evolving social landscape. Through fact sheets, Census analysis, and community data profiles, we make complex information accessible to stakeholders across the state.
Services
Policy Analysis
Research Services
Data Analysis
Medicaid Policy
Behavioral Health
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of experience in Ohio's health and human services policy landscape
- Our staff includes experts with advanced degrees in policy, data analysis, and communications
- We produce actionable data through fact sheets, demographic research, and community health assessments
- Our nonpartisan approach ensures balanced, evidence-based policy recommendations
- We maintain deep connections with Northeast Ohio's legacy institutions and policymakers
Services
Policy Analysis
We provide comprehensive policy analysis through statehouse testimony, legislative engagement, and educational programs like the Medicaid Institute. Our work helps organizations understand complex health and human services policies. We translate policy changes into actionable strategies for nonprofits, government agencies, and healthcare providers across Ohio.
Research Services
Our research includes demographic studies, narrative analysis, and community health needs assessments. We conduct surveys and qualitative research to identify trends in Ohio's health and social services landscape. This work supports government entities and nonprofits in developing targeted interventions for at-risk populations across the state.
Data Analysis
We transform complex data into accessible insights through fact sheets, Census analysis, and poverty trend reports. Our data profiles help policymakers understand local conditions in Cleveland wards, Ohio congressional districts, and Cuyahoga County municipalities. This analysis informs resource allocation and program development.
Medicaid Policy
Our Center for Medicaid Policy provides in-depth analysis of Ohio's Medicaid system, covering coverage, financing, and access issues. We track policy changes affecting the 3 million Ohioans who rely on Medicaid and offer research-based recommendations to improve healthcare delivery and expand access across urban and rural communities.
Behavioral Health
We address Ohio's behavioral health challenges through system redesign analysis, overdose prevention research, and advocacy for integrated care models. Our work focuses on reducing stigma, improving access to treatment, and addressing disparities in mental health outcomes, particularly for youth and marginalized communities across the state.
Questions
What areas of policy does Community Solutions focus on?
We focus on five priority areas: behavioral health, maternal and infant health, Medicaid policy, poverty reduction, and older adult well-being through research and advocacy.
How does Community Solutions use data in its work?
We analyze demographic trends, health outcomes, and social indicators to create fact sheets and data profiles that inform policy decisions across Ohio communities and organizations.
What makes Community Solutions unique?
Our century-long legacy combines nonpartisan research, advanced-degree staff expertise, and deep connections with Ohio's health and human services sector to drive evidence-based policy solutions.
How can organizations work with Community Solutions?
We collaborate through policy advocacy, research partnerships, and consulting services that help nonprofits, government agencies, and healthcare providers understand and navigate Ohio's complex service landscape.
What geographic areas do you cover?
While focused on Ohio statewide, we provide detailed analysis for Cleveland wards, Cuyahoga County municipalities, and Ohio's congressional districts through our localized data initiatives.
