Maryland Community Health Resources Commission
May 27, 2022 | Issue 81
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UPDATE: Pathways to Health Equity
The Maryland Health Equity Resource Community (HERC) Advisory Committee met jointly with the CHRC on May 12. During this meeting, CHRC staff provided an update on the 9 Pathways to Health Equity grants that were awarded by the CHRC Commissioners earlier this year and are beginning program implementation this spring.
The CHRC and HERC Advisory Committee are implementing a technical assistance (TA) program for all Pathways grantees. Two TA sessions were held in May, addressing data collection, grant reporting requirements, and grant fund distribution. Future TA sessions are expected to focus on CRISP panel uploading, community outreach and marketing, and additional topics. All TA meetings are recorded, and all meeting materials are available on the HERC webpage.
To sign up for the Health Equity Resource Community (HERC)/Pathways Mailing List, visit Sign Up.
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UPDATE: FY 2022 Call for Proposals
The CHRC’s FY 2022 Call for Proposals generated 48 applications requesting $27,783,700. Following a review period, the CHRC Commissioners voted to invite 21 applicants to present their proposals to the CHRC at its next meeting on June 9.
Following these presentations, the CHRC Commissioners will issue grant awards.
Under the FY 2022 Call for Proposals, the Commission will award a total of $7.2 million in new grant funding for the following three areas: (1) Addressing chronic disease prevention and management, including diabetes and its comorbidities, hypertension, and heart disease; (2) Promoting family health, including maternal and child health, and childhood asthma; and (3) Addressing Behavioral Health, including Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder and the ongoing impact of the opioid crisis.
The meeting on June 9 is open to the public. CHRC meeting information and agendas are posted on our website as they are scheduled.
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Mountain Laurel Completes CHRC Grant to Support Diabetes Management |
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Mountain Laurel Medical Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center in western Maryland, completed a two-year grant from the CHRC to support its “Glucose-To-Goal” diabetes program for type 1 and type 2 adult diabetic patients. The program’s overall goal was to empower patients and their families through education, guidance, and professional support to better manage their diabetes and other chronic conditions, regardless of their ability to pay. The program complements Mountain Laurel's array of services that includes primary care, integrated behavioral health, pharmacy, and nurse care coordination.
A total of 235 patients were served through the duration of the CHRC grant: 196 patients were enrolled in the Chronic Care Management program, 24 patients participated in Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) or other diabetes education programs, and 15 patients were provided navigation to help them obtain diabetes medications. Based on patient survey responses collected by the grantee, program participants reported increased confidence in their ability to manage their diabetes.
For more information about CHRC grants to address diabetes, promote food security, and reduce obesity, click HERE.
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Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month Events |
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The Asian American Center of Frederick is hosting an outdoor “Celebrate Asian Heritage” event on Saturday, May 28, at Downtown Frederick’s Carroll Creek Park. The event will feature cultural performances, food, and arts & crafts. Please RVSP by clicking HERE.
The Asian American Center of Frederick is also sponsoring a Thai Water Festival on Saturday, June 4, in Carroll Creek Park.
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CareFirst Behavioral Health Grant Opportunity |
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CareFirst has issued a Request for Proposals focused on youth Behavioral Health needs. Funding is available for programs that address behavioral health disparities for at-risk youth by expanding access to care and addressing the root causes of these disparities. Funding is also available for workforce development programs to increase the availability of behavioral health providers. Applications are due June 13. More information can be found HERE.
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June is National Men's Health Month
June is National Men's Health Month. For more information about events, resources and other information, visit the National Men's Health Month website. |
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Larry Hogan, Governor
Boyd K. Rutherford, Lieutenant Governor
Dennis R. Schrader, Health (MDH) Secretary
CHRC Commissioners: Edward J. Kasemeyer, Chair, J. Wayne Howard, Vice Chair, Scott Gibson, Flor Giusti, David Lehr, Karen-Ann Lichtenstein, Roberta Loker, Carol Masden, Sadiya Muqueeth, DrPH, Destiny-Simone Ramjohn, PhD, TraShawn Thornton-Davis, MD.
Mark Luckner, Executive Director
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