Steps Forward
What is Steps Forward?
Discover your health needs and goals with the guidance of our dedicated healthcare professionals who promote wellness. With the assistance of a Support Coordinator, you can tailor your journey to better health without impacting your Medicaid benefits. Participation is entirely your choice, and best of all, the program is funded by Medicaid, ensuring it is free for you.
What Steps Forward is NOT:
A health home is not a place to live, nor does it provide direct medical services or replace your doctor. Instead, it serves as an additional partner to complement your existing planning team, enhancing your overall healthcare experience.
What’s Next?
The Steps Forward program began in July 2024, offering a seamless way to enhance your healthcare journey. Eligible individuals will be automatically enrolled with a local health home provider, with no authorizations required to join. For more details, simply talk to your Support Coordinator. Participation is flexible—you can leave the program at any time or switch Steps Forward providers as needed.
To determine if you are eligible to participate in the Steps Forward program, please complete one of the following:
Call the Springfield Regional Office and ask for “intake”, 417-895-7400
Complete the DMH self-referral form on the Steps Forward website: (Click Here)
Need more information?
Contact [email protected] or call (417) 886-0404
What Does Steps Forward do?
- Provides support with managing chronic health conditions, medications, and medical treatments.
- Assists with meeting health goals.
- Provides education on general health and wellness.
- Adds healthcare pros to your team to help manage your health and wellness.
- Connects your current healthcare providers.
- Tracks progress on your healthcare goals and care.