Tennessee Social Care Summit
Join us for a dynamic regional gathering of social care leaders, innovators, and practitioners at the Findhelp State Social Care Summit in Nashville. This event brings together healthcare organizations, community-based providers, government agencies, technology partners, and others to explore the future of connected care in our region.
Key topics shaping the Tennessee landscape:
- Collaborate Across Sectors | Learn how counties, health plans, and providers are advancing shared accountability and collective impact through aligned goals and funding models.
- Advance Interoperability | Discover new approaches to integrating systems and data to streamline referrals, reporting, and care coordination.
- Shape the Future of Community Engagement | Participate in discussions on how government and community leaders can work together to drive local solutions that meet the states most pressing needs.
- Join a Growing Network | Be part of a movement to
build a unified, connected social care ecosystem that empowers organizations and residents alike.
This Summit is designed to provide actionable best practices, real-world success stories, and opportunities to collaborate with peers who are driving change across the region. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, community-based organization, policymaker, or social care innovator, this event offers a unique chance to connect, learn, and lead together.
Agenda
Breakfast & Welcome Gathering
Grab breakfast, connect with peers, and settle in for the day.
Grab breakfast, connect with peers, and settle in for the day.
Welcome Remarks
Kick off the day with a warm welcome, quick introductions, and a chance to meet fellow attendees.
Kick off the day with a warm welcome, quick introductions, and a chance to meet fellow attendees.
Funding the Future: Tennessee's Strategy for Maximizing RHTP Dollars in Rural Communities.
Rural communities across Tennessee face unique challenges in accessing resources that support health and wellbeing. In this panel discussion, state leaders and healthcare partners will explore how Tennessee is strategically deploying Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funding to strengthen local infrastructure and expand access to care. Panelists Michael Hendrix and Dr. Victor Wu will share insights on collaboration, investment priorities, and how these funds are being leveraged to drive sustainable impact across rural communities.
Moderated by Kraig Dalton
Rural communities across Tennessee face unique challenges in accessing resources that support health and wellbeing. In this panel discussion, state leaders and healthcare partners will explore how Tennessee is strategically deploying Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funding to strengthen local infrastructure and expand access to care. Panelists Michael Hendrix and Dr. Victor Wu will share insights on collaboration, investment priorities, and how these funds are being leveraged to drive sustainable impact across rural communities.
Coffee break
Tennessee's Connected Future: A Vision for Integrated Social Care
Join this session to explore the social care landscape in Tennessee and envision a future where technology, collaboration, and shared purpose drive equitable access to vital resources. This session will set the stage for our vision in the state, highlighting the power of a connected ecosystem to transform communities.
Networking Lunch Moderated by
Aligning Strategy and Action: How TennCare and MCOs Address Social Needs Together
Addressing social needs at scale requires strong alignment between state programs and managed care organizations. In this session, leaders from TennCare and participating MCOs will discuss how they collaborate to integrate social care into healthcare delivery and improve outcomes for members. Hear how shared strategies, data, and partnerships are helping to coordinate services and strengthen support systems for communities across Tennessee.
Moderated by Alison Steinbacher
The Reality of the Work: Common CBO Struggles and What Actually Helps
Community-based organizations play a vital role in meeting social needs, yet many face ongoing challenges related to funding, capacity, and coordination. This session brings together leaders working directly with CBOs to discuss the realities of delivering services on the ground and what support truly makes a difference. Attendees will gain practical insights into how healthcare and community partners can better collaborate to strengthen and sustain the organizations at the heart of the social care safety net.
Moderated by Richard Grooms
Community-based organizations play a vital role in meeting social needs, yet many face ongoing challenges related to funding, capacity, and coordination. This session brings together leaders working directly with CBOs to discuss the realities of delivering services on the ground and what support truly makes a difference. Attendees will gain practical insights into how healthcare and community partners can better collaborate to strengthen and sustain the organizations at the heart of the social care safety net.
Coffee Break
Powering a Smarter Safety Net: Personalized, Proactive, and Designed for the Future
In a world of fragmented services and complex eligibility requirements, connecting people to the right care can be a major challenge. This session will share Findhelp's strategy for building a truly connected platform that simplifies access to care. We will demonstrate how our evolving solutions provide more than just a list of resources and explore the power of integrated systems. Learn how we are automating workflows, enabling closed-loop referrals, and streamlining member eligibility to ensure that no one falls through the cracks.
Closing Remarks
Happy Hour
Learn more about Findhelp
Findhelp is the leading social care platform, powering a connected safety net. We enable health systems, governments, payers, and more to identify social needs, coordinate services, and manage benefits enrollment through a unified digital infrastructure. Our technology provides a smarter, faster, and more efficient way to deliver social care—at scale.
