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 Leadership Message |
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Executive Director Jack Salo
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As I reflect on the past year I am struck by the positive changes that have taken place at the Rural Health Network in 2018.
Our work with healthcare partners deepened and work began to connect to Care Compass Network's new Care Management data collection and information sharing system. When the system is activated in the next few weeks, it will enable us to manage information on those being served in new and exciting ways. We will have the ability to communicate both internally and with partners to ensure timely resolution of issues, make referrals and track progress.
On a personal note, In 2019 I had the opportunity to participate in a training program with leaders from the Community Foundation for South Central New York to learn how philanthropy is making a difference as a partner in rural economic development across the country. The training reinforced my belief that unless we can restore and develop our rural economies, provide living wages, affordable housing, childcare and transportation options, we will not realize the vision of healthy rural people and communities.
Looking forward to the New Year, Rural Health Network has an ambitious line up of activities and projects. We are initiating a capital campaign to purchase and make improvements to the Court Street facility. This will require hard work and support from our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and the community. We are excited to begin the campaign and there will be more information forthcoming throughout the year.
Read the complete article including highlights of other 2019 projects and initiatives.
In conclusion I want to acknowledge and thank all who made it possible for Rural Health Network to provide a high level of service and to initiate new projects. Everything we do as an organization requires the input, support and participation of a larger community of partners. We look forward to continuing to work with all of you in 2019 to improve the health and well-being of our region.
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Farm to School NY Thursday
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On January 10th, the participating districts in Broome-Tioga BOCES served BBQ Oven Roasted Chicken from Cascun Farms, Roasted Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes from Headwater Food Hub, Steamed Peas, an apple from Russell Farms, a Wheat Dinner Roll, and Low Fat Byrne Dairy Milk for NY Thursday. These delicious meals wouldn't be possible without the hard work of many partners, from our farms to our kitchen staff and lots of support behind the scenes!
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Students at Binghamton High School ready to enjoy a NY Thursday meal. Photos courtesy of Julie Raway, BOCES Rock On Cafe.
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Introducing a New AmeriCorps Member
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Shahidah Mubarak-Hadi, AmeriCorps Community Outreach Specialist
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Shahidah Mubarak-Hadi is a native of New York City, graduating from a private Islamic school in Queens, NY, then broadening her horizons by attending Savannah State University in Savannah, GA. She attained her Bachelors in Political Science, concentrating in Public Administration. Her notable employment experiences include the Social Security Administration in Queens NY and Broome County Department of Social Services. As a new AmeriCorps member for Community Health Services, Shahidah will serve as a Community Outreach Specialist until late November 2019. Her duties include mitigation, prevention, and recovery support to combat the opioid and heroin epidemic plaguing our community. This position is shared with SUNY Upstate Medical University Binghamton Clinical Campus.
Shahidah intends on using her AmeriCorps experience to continue her passion and contribution to public service. Her future goal is to obtain a Master's in Public Administration. Shahidah is a wife and proud mother of two. During her spare time she enjoys reading, sewing and sightseeing.
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Rural Health Service Corps Has a New Website!
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Our brand new website is live! Please visit
ruralhealthservicecorps.org
to view our new digital home, where you can view all the part-time positions we currently have available, along with other information about our program.
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News from our Friends and Partners
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HealthlinkNY, Chenango Health Network, Human Services Coalition, and Rural Health Network are sponsoring a series of free workshops designed to engage partners interested in supporting an Age-Friendly Southern Tier. The first session on Friday, January 25th from 10 AM - 3 PM will be an introduction to the AARP Age-Friendly Network. View the workshop dates and topics and then pre-register.
United Way of Delaware & Otsego Counties, Fidelis Care, and Cooperstown Food Pantry have partnered to bring Mass Food Distribution to Otsego County. The first distribution will be Wednesday, January 30th. Click for further information.
Southern Tier AIDS Program (STAP) and Lourdes Youth Services Alcohol and Drug Education Prevention Team (ADEPT) have partnered to provide FREE Naloxone* training sessions the first Thursday of every month from 5 - 6 pm. This training is open to anyone who may come in contact with someone who is using an opiate or opioid may attend including professionals, community members, and concerned family members. For more information, Call (607) 584-3114 or register online.
Broome County Office for Aging is hosting a free Living Healthy Workshop for Diabetes Self Management on Wednesday afternoons from March 6 - April 10 at the First Ward Senior Center. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to join a class, call 607-778-2411. |
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To support our work at Rural Health Network,
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