The Health and Disability Working Group (HDWG) is a research, technical assistance and training center of the Boston University School of Public Health. Previously known as the Medicaid Working Group, our goal is to improve the delivery of medical, behavioral, and support services to people with a broad range of disabilities and chronic illnesses. The HDWG promotes the exchange of information and ideas between policy makers, providers, and consumers to support the delivery of the best possible services in the most effective manner.

We also assist providers and policy-makers in identifying needs and implementing practices or programs that address these needs. HDWG research activities include policy and primary research as well as program evaluation. In addition, we convene conferences, training programs, and workshops.

Our interests span the spectrum of disability and chronic illness, and include medical, behavioral health, support, and long-term care services. Our primary focus is on low income and disenfranchised populations. We have a special interest in service delivery systems that address the needs of individuals with multiple chronic conditions, and minority populations. Our staff is diverse, and we have the capacity to conduct research in multiple languages.