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Here's a quick link to articles in this issue:
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 Thank You Josie
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Josie Maroney
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For the past seven years, if you called or visited the Rural Health Network you would usually talk with Josie Maroney who served as our receptionist for most of that period. Over time, Josie's position evolved to include much more. She was responsible for accounts payable and provided the level of scrutiny and detail necessary to excel at this task. Josie was also our point person for all things related to our computer hardware and software - she was the liaison between our staff and our I.T. contractor. There were many other ways, both large and small, that she kept our office operation running smoothly.
Josie's upbeat personality and eagerness to help others put people at ease. This was particularly evident when she was helping direct or provide information to someone with a health related issue. Most mornings I would visit with Josie to check in and exchange stories of the rural life we both love and draw strength from.
Josie is moving on to explore what her next adventure will be. We thank her for her years of generous and excellent service. We will miss you!
-Jack Salo-
Executive Director
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Transportation to Employment Program Announced
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We're excited to officially announce that Rural Health Network is one of 12 organizations selected to implement projects under the Empire State Poverty Reduction Program Initiative in Binghamton. Read Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's Announcement.
Read More about the Binghamton-Broome Anti-Poverty Initiative, an initiative of United Way of
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We're Growing - Three Positions Open
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Rural Health Network is growing and currently seeking applicants for three positions. All three positions are full-time with benefits. Please visit our Employment page for details on how to apply.
Transportation to Employment Coordinator
Mobility Management Transportation Advocate
Customer Service Associate
Application Deadline: July 22 or until positions are filled.
Please feel free to share these job postings with anyone who may be interested in applying.
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675-Hour AmeriCorps Positions Available!
RHSC has a few more slots available involving work combating the opioid epidemic with STAP, Healthy Lifestyles Coalition, and Rural Health Network. These positions involve hands-on,direct service, providing naloxone trainings, developing and implementing community initiatives, and performing outreach services. The term will span from July/August - November and involve 35-40 hours/week. More details can be found on
our website.
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Tom Lewis, current Food and Health Network VISTA member (R) talks with a student at the Cornell University Social Justice Fair.
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Reflections on the Northeast
Farm to School Institute |
Farm to School Coordinator Jessica Barbini had an opportunity to travel to Shelburne, Vermont with a team from Sidney Central Schools for the Northeast Farm to School Institute.
Jess said that "Weaving inspiring conversations, enlightening workshops, and delicious meals at the Inn or on the lake shore removed daily distractions for our team and challenged us to focus in on the change we truly want for Sidney Schools."
Read the full article here. 
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Living Healthy Workshops offered in
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This fall, RHNSCNY's team of Peer Leaders will expand the Stanford Living Healthy Chronic Disease Self-Management Program to Delaware County residents through a contract with Bassett Healthcare. Two teams of our qualified Peer Leaders will conduct this evidence based intervention in new locations in Sidney and Delhi.
- Mondays 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM September 10 through October 15 at the A.O. Fox Tri-Town Campus, 43 Pearl Street West, Sidney, NY. Led by Mary Maruscak and Evan Heaney.
- Tuesdays 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM September 11 through October 16 at the Delhi Telephone Company, 107 Main St., Delhi. Led by Pamela Guth and Terri Tweedie.
To register adult participants eager to learn more self- management tools for themselves or as a caregiver, please contact Lynae Wyckoff, Senior Health Educator Bassett Healthcare Network | 607-547-3360 or Register Online.
 The curriculum is free to registered participants! A book and cd support self- management skill building beyond the class ses sions.
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Population Health Update - Mental Health Toolkit
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Healthlink NY Community Network Workplace Wellness Toolkit
Those living with Mental Health or Substance Use diagnoses often face uncertainties about how best to communicate their needs. It may prevent them from seeking help from co-workers, friends, and even family. With a majority of the population spending one-third of their day at the office, the Healthlink NY Community Network saw an important opportunity to partner with employers, to provide essential resources for improved wellness of residents throughout the Southern Tier.
Download our free Workplace Wellness Toolkit to learn more, or contact your county's Population Health Coordinator by clicking on their name, below.
Why it's good for business
Studies have found that a mentally healthy workforce is linked to:
Happier Employees Accident Reduction
Lower Medical Costs Lower Absenteeism
Higher Productivity Lower Presenteeism
Lower Sick Pay Costs Higher Business Performance
How you can help
2) Contact your Population Health Coordinator to schedule a time to meet and discuss the best way to implement the most valuable Toolkit components into your workplace.
3) Work alongside your Population Health Coordinator to begin a path to a healthy workforce in your county.
Mary Maruscak - Tioga County
Evan Heaney - Delaware County
Jamie Hagenbuch - Chenango County
John Mazzello - Tompkins County
Jo DiFulvio - Broome County
Phillip Ginter - Healthlink NY
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In the News
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The Evening Sun recently published an article highlighting the demand for non-emergency medical transportation in Chenango County.
The City of Norwich saw the highest demand in our five-county service area during 2017. "Mobility Management, a collaborative of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York, reports that nearly 200 of the 1,979 calls to its call center last year sought rides to medical appointments, most of which were outside the Norwich Area."
Read the full article from Sun Staff Writer Shawn Magrath. View our 2017 Progress Reports from all five counties.
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Advocacy Update
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August Recess is coming! For much of August, Representatives will be home in their district doing tours, meetings, and events. The Senators will likely only be home for part of the month, but you can try your best to squeeze in to their schedules too! NRHA prepared a packet providing all the resources you need to invite your Members to come for a visit so that you can educate them on the challenges facing rural providers.
Anytime your Senator and Representative are home in your district, it is a key opportunity to make your voice louder. Townhalls, "Coffee with Your Congressman", and similar chances to sit and speak with those working for you in Washington, are a great time to tell them your story. It is the perfect moment to ask them to be a rural health advocate. View the 2018 Congressional calendar.
NRHA's Government Affairs Team encourages you to attend any public events your Members are holding, and remember these three keys: be polite, be concise, and follow-up. What do these mean?
- Be Polite: You may not agree with everything your Senator or Representative does. In fact, you may not agree with ANYthing your Senator or Representative does, but being respectful as you tell them your story and explain the needs of rural patients and providers will be much more effective than being aggressive. Always be sure to thank them for their time.
- Be Concise: Tell your story and get straight to the point. You will likely be competing for time and attention with other constituents, so tell them who you are, what you do, and ask for their help and support when they go back to D.C. Keep it short and sweet.
- Follow-Up: Get the business card of whatever staffer is joining the Member of Congress at the event and be sure to send them an email thanking them for their time and send them an email with any materials you can provide on your work. You may even want to invite them for a tour of your hospital, community health center, or other facility.
If you are interested in learning more about RHN's advocacy work or would like to get involved in our policy workgroup, please contact Mary Maruscak at (607) 972-0329 or via email at
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