Author: Jay Couture

(Opinion) Mental health centers need a ‘meaningful’ rate bump

As crisis and workforce shortage continue, a Medicaid rate hike is essential

NH still has work to do on mental health

Progress has been made, but inadequate funding prevents true success

A path forward for community-based mental health

New Hampshire once shone as a national model for success, and it can do so again

Yes, expanded Medicaid is working

Coverage is helping working poor with mental illness

N.H. risks reneging on mental health commitment

It’s concerning that state’s history of underfunding may be repeating itself

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(Opinion) Vocational education, work will power NH economy to a brighter future

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(Opinion) Give New Hampshire residents the freedom to work

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Cook on Concord: Civics 101 reminders

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