CCRHN Quarterly Newsletter | Spring 2023
If you wish to unsubscribe from future emails, please use the "unsubscribe" link located at the bottom of this email.
ADVOCATING FOR PATIENTS
During the National Association of Community Health Centers' 2023 Policy and Issues Forum, the Healthcare Network Executive Team and members of its board proudly represented the nonprofit health center and the underserved patients it serves.

The first Forum since 2019, the 2023 Policy and Issues Forum is a dynamic gathering drawing thousands of Community Health Center professionals and leaders to focus on critical healthcare issues affecting vulnerable communities and individuals throughout the United States.

These healthcare leaders also descended on the halls of Congress to advocate for the work of health centers in improving health equity for all. Learn more about Healthcare Network's mission and how it's breaking barriers to care: HealthcareSWFL.org.
DEFENDING THE 340B DRUG PRICING PROGRAM
Become an Advocate and Help #ProtectFLPatients

One way Healthcare Network is able to provide comprehensive services to patients who are underinsured or uninsured is through the 340B Drug Discount Program.

What is the 340B Drug Pricing Program?
The 340B program requires pharmaceutical manufacturers who participate in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program to provide discounted pricing to health centers like Healthcare Network.

Why is this program important?
With savings generated through the 340B Drug Pricing Program, health centers are able to expand access to more patients and provide affordable medications and quality health services to individuals in underserved communities.

How you can help?
Visit https://bit.ly/ProtectFLPatients to let Florida leaders know this program is essential. (Time needed, 1 minute.)
#GWYLCOLLIER: THE GENEROSITY OF A COMMUNITY
YOU MADE IT POSSIBLE

With help from supporters like you, the Richard M. Schulz Family Foundation and Collier Community Foundation, Healthcare Network raised $49,632.42 during 2023 Give Where You Live Collier. Out of the 37 participating non-profits, Healthcare Network placed in the top 3 for donor participation, recording gifts from more than 120 generous donors! 

A sincere THANK YOU to all who participated by generously donating funds to support Healthcare Network and/or by sharing the organization's fundraising link. Your support is immensely appreciated as the Healthcare Network team works to create a healthier community for all.

You can learn more about how Healthcare Network serves Collier County at HealthcareSWFL.org.
IMMOKALEE FAIR HOUSING ALLIANCE
Strengthening the Community through
affordable housing

On March 1, 2023, the Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance invited community partners and Collier County residents to gather for its inaugural wall-signing celebration.

"Affordable housing is the missing link for hardworking families that live in Immokalee to escape from poverty and exploitation," said Dr. Arol Buntzman, Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Chairman.

This monumental moment signifies an important step in creating a healthy and thriving Immokalee community through affordable, safe housing for many underserved families.

Congratulations to the Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance on this special accomplishment!

“We are thrilled to see affordable housing come to fruition for the many families living in Immokalee because we know housing is an important social determinant of physical, mental and overall health,” said Jamie Ulmer, Healthcare Network President and CEO.

To support and learn more about Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance, please visit https://www.immokaleefairhousing.org/.
NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH
Did you know racial and ethnic minority populations have higher rates of poor health than white counterparts in a range of conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, asthma and heart disease?

In recognition of National Minority Health Month, Healthcare Network President and CEO Jamie Ulmer brings awareness to health disparities in “Closing gaps in minority health helps us all,” published in the News-Press.

Jamie talks about Healthcare Network’s unique model of care to improve health equity. He shares, “We are also problem-solvers who reach beyond the exam room to care for the whole person and help address the social determinants of health, such as connecting patients to resources like food and housing that are essential for a person’s complete well-being.”

Read the full article here.
1454 Madison Ave., Immokalee, FL 34142
FOLLOW US