Storytelling is a powerful way to for community-based programs to build stakeholder engagement, attract funding, and build trust with clients and communities. Data-driven storytelling is even more powerful. Data-driven stories enhance credibility, increase transparency, and demonstrate accountability. In other words, data helps to ground a story in evidence. But what is the most effective way…
We’re thrilled to welcome Reighan Grandolfo to the EVALCORP team as our newest Project Assistant! Her strong foundation in mental and public health, coupled with a passion for outreach and communication, makes her a valuable addition to our growing team. Prior to joining EVALCORP, Reighan interned with the City of Rancho Cucamonga where she used…
As we close out another fiscal year, the entire EVALCORP team has countless reasons to feel proud. This year has been filled with even more growth, collaboration, and incredible client service. The heart of EVALCORP’s success lies in our team. To honor their exceptional contributions, our Party Planning Committee assembled thoughtful goodie bags for our…
Substance use disorders (SUDs) continue to pose a significant public health challenge across the U.S. With new resources becoming available, such as opioid settlement funds (OSF), the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) in California, and youth vaping settlements (e.g., JUUL), state and local agencies are reevaluating how to deliver prevention, treatment, and recovery services. Effective…
Our Service with Purpose initiative continues to grow, this time with a global footprint. This spring, team members from the West Coast, East Coast, and even internationally came together for EVALCORP’s second firm-wide volunteer event. From farming to food packing and service, classroom support, and environmental cleanup, the day reflected our collective commitment to giving…
We’re pleased to introduce Emily Rader, who joins our team as a Research Associate! With over a decade of consulting and applied research experience, Emily brings deep expertise in behavioral health, public health, and criminal justice. A skilled mixed-methods researcher, she supports a wide range of projects through her strengths in developing data collection tools,…
Integrated Plans, Community Planning, Transparency Reports, and Timelines In our previous post, we examined how California’s Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA), enacted under Proposition 1, restructures and redefines the priorities of the former Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). Since then, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) has released Version 1.2.0 of its BHSA…
Evaluation Methods Quarterly is a blog series by Dr. Anthony Clairmont, EVALCORP’s Lead Methodologist. Each quarter, Dr. Clairmont explores key methodological concepts, challenges, and innovations in evaluation, offering insights to strengthen practice and advance the field. There are several truly difficult aspects of evaluation that demand years of patient study to approach with any confidence:…
For the third consecutive year, EVALCORP has had the honor of collaborating with our long-term partner and client, Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH), at the National Rx and Illicit Drug Summit, held this year in Nashville, Tennessee. Our joint efforts continue to spotlight impactful outcomes in combating the opioid crisis. Showcasing Collaborative Successes At this…
EVALCORP has had the opportunity to work with the Substance Use Services division of Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) since 2006, and that long view has allowed our team to generate insights that shape how we approach the work. We have led program evaluation and strategic planning projects for several VCBH substance use and prevention…