Renée Dain

At The Coordinating Center, putting people first is central to our mission and to how we support the individuals and families we serve. Centering people within our own organization requires…

A new federal law, H.R. 1, is bringing changes to Medicaid eligibility and renewal requirements. While not all Maryland Medicaid members will not be affected, some individuals may see changes…

Communication connects us. It helps caregivers explain a new routine. It helps families advocate for services. It helps people share what they need, want, and feel. But here’s something we…

When you care for someone with complex medical needs, you make decisions every day, some small, some life-changing. One of the most important decisions is making sure a person’s medical…

Your personal health information, often called PHI, is valuable. It includes things like your medical history, diagnoses, medications, insurance details, and even appointment notes. For people with disabilities, complex medical…

Planning ahead can feel overwhelming, but it’s one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones—and yourself. Whether you’re creating your first Advance Directive, updating an existing Power…

By: Renee Dain, Sr. VP, Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs Transition is defined as “the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.” When you…

By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs and Dianne Edwards-Barnes, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Coordinator We started off the year celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Coordinating…

By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships and Sherell Townes, Program Director, Coordination of Community Services for DDA October this year holds special significance, as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of…

September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, designated by Congress to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease. We recently sat down with…

At The Coordinating Center, we understand the importance of comprehensive care and support for individuals and families. This month, as we celebrate the convergence of National Immunization Awareness Month, Children’s…

By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships & External Affairs July is National Social Wellness Month—a time to reflect on the profound impact of social interaction and its transformative effects on…