Breaking Health Episode 154: Dan Brillman on Unite Us’ Impressive Mission to Bridge the Gap Between Americans and Access to Social and Health Services
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May 17, 2022 Dan Brillman, CEO of Unite Us and former US Air Force pilot, shares his journey in bridging the gap between Americans and essential social and health services. He discusses the fragmented nature of support systems faced by veterans and the need for a unified approach to care. The conversation highlights how digital health innovations are connecting communities and improving access to services, while also addressing regional disparities. Brillman underlines the importance of collaboration among organizations to achieve better health outcomes and equity across diverse populations.
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Veteran's Personal Struggle Sparks Startup
- Dan Brillman started Unite Us after helping veterans personally find fragmented social and health services.
- His early experience showed that navigating this system was frustrating and inefficient, inspiring the company's creation.
Fragmented US Service Ecosystem
- The social and health services system in the US is fragmented and disconnected across sectors.
- Funding and management are split between government, medical, and nonprofit worlds without integration.
Social Services Are Highly Localized
- Social services are local, varying by state and community despite federal program frameworks.
- Efficient service delivery depends on localized networks connecting providers and recipients.