Resources and Information

CHFF' staff members are frequently asked to provide articles for industry publication and to make presentations at industry conferences regarding issues related to capital for nonprofit behavioral healthcare providers. 

The following are some recent articles and presentations which may be of interest:

Industry Research and Analysis

Capital Formation and Financial Planning for Behavioral Healthcare Organizations (Summer 2008)
This presentation focuses on the important role that financial health plays in fulfilling an organization's long-term mission and sustainability. It explores the sometimes divergent views of an organization's stakeholders and how these differing perspectives can impact the long-term viability of the organization. The presentation focuses particularly on the income statement and balance sheet as tools to guide the organization in evaluating the current and future financial health of the organization.
Presented at the USPRA Annual Conference (June 16-17, 2008)

Lease versus Buy: Considerations for Behavioral Healthcare Organizations (Spring 2008)
This article highlights the issues that a non-profit organization should consider as it analyzes its options related to real estate needs.  Several key questions are identified which can help an organization to make this key financial and operational choice.

The Credit Crunch: Implications and Opportunities (Spring 2008)
This article discusses and analyzes the financial and capital implications for non-profit behavioral healthcare organizations that have resulted from the recent turmoil in the credit markets.  It highlights how the credit crisis has created significant changes in lenders lending decisions.
Published in "National Council Magazine" April 2008

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