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Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center CEO Recognized as a "Most Powerful Woman"

MWCHC CEO Katina Beard was presented at a luncheon where she and three other amazing local leaders were acknowledged as Nashville Post's 2024 Most Powerful Women. Selected for their commitment to serving others and accomplishments in their respected fields, these four women served as panelists and discussed various topics including what "power" means to them, what their superpowers are, and who their mentors have been. Congrats to Katina and the other honorees on this tremendous acknowledgment!

• RHA 30th Annual Conference This conference is specifically tailored to professionals in rural health, including those in rural health clinics and hospital settings, it also extends its reach to stakeholders from local public health, school health, community mental health, substance use disorder centers, maternal health, and organizations dedicated to positively influencing social drivers of health. For more information and to join us November 20-22nd, click here.

• All Things Behavior: FBA, BIP, Manifestation Meetings & More This September 18th free virtual class is specifically designed for parents, caregivers, and professionals who want to understand key elements of behavior management in school settings. In this course you’ll learn about Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Intervention Plans, and Manifestation Meetings. Register here or contact Jordan Buchanan at Jordan.Buchanan@tnvoices.org with questions.

• Mental Health and Wellness Expo and Reception Join licensed psychologist, and host of the award-winning podcast Therapy for Black Girls to learn about tools and gain tips on supporting the mental health and wellness of Black women and girls. The event will be held on Thursday, September 19 from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Campus, 6027 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38120. Please contact abby.brann@bmhcc.org if you are interested in reserving a space in the mental health expo. To learn more and register, click here.

• RHC and Critical Access Hospital Conference National Rural Health Conference has opened registration for it's September 24th-27th Critical Access Conference in Kansas City. For more information, click here.

• SNAP Time Limit Impact on Hunger Join the Tennessee Justice Center for its webinar, “SNAP Time Limit Impact on Hunger,” on September 26, 2024, at 1:00 PM. Join us to discuss the negative impact of the SNAP work requirement and learn how we can advocate for ending this policy. To register, click here.

• Tennessee Public Health Association Annual Conference Join hundreds of health professionals October 9th-11th to dive into creating a healthier Tennessee. For more information, click here.

• NARHC Fall Institiute NARHC's October 7th-9th educational conferences are the only national association offered strictly to Rural Health Clinics. Whether you are looking to expand your RHC knowledge or keep up to date on the ever-changing rules and regulations happening in the RHC world, NARHC Institutes are the resources to do so! For more information, click here.

• Parent 2 Parent Advocacy Training Are you looking for support with your child’s IEP, 504, mental health, child welfare, or juvenile court involvement? This October 22nd-23rd trainings is a free and virtual. It can also be a step towards certification as a Family Support Specialist. For registration and more information, click here.

• 2024 HRSA Healthy Grant Workshops These workshops provide valuable resources regarding grants and how to manage them through every step. For more information, click here.

Resources

• Rural Pregnancy Health Risks Grow as Care Options Disappear This article dives into the importance of maternity care and rural areas and what maternity care deserts look like for rural women. To read the full article, click here.

• Healthy Aging Month Celebrated in September, this month promotes the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle habits as we age. It encourages older adults to stay active, both physically and mentally, to improve overall well-being and longevity. The initiative also raises awareness about health screenings, social engagement, and self-care practices to support aging gracefully and healthily. For more information, click here.

• 2024 County Profiles in Child Well-being The Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth has released the 2024 County Profiles for each county across the state. To access profile with overall ranking and information on 52 indicators of child well-being, click here.

• Seeds of Hope for Farmers' Mental Health This resource highlights mental health challenges for farmers and efforts across the Midwest to connect agricultural workers and their families with mental health resources. Discusses stigma, loneliness, and rural mental health workforce shortages. To read the full article, click here.

• World Alzheimer's Month World Alzheimer's Month raises global awareness about Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. It encourages education, support, and advocacy to reduce stigma and promote early diagnosis. For more information, click here.

• National Recovery Month Toolkits September is national Recovery month. SAMHSA has curated a multitude of resources including toolkits to help spread awareness. For more information, click here.

• Newborn Screening Awareness Month This month focuses on raising awareness about essential newborn screening tests. These tests are vital for identifying potentially life-threatening diseases that may not be apparent at birth. To learn more, click here.

• Palliative Care Challenges and Solutions in Rural U.S. Communities This study sought to describe the availability of PC services in rural communities compared to urban communities and identify novel solutions for providing this essential care to rural communities. To access the full study, click here.

• 2023 Suicide Prevention Annual Report Through a comprehensive review of existing data and resources, along with input from key partners, this report aims to identify specific, actionable, and equitable strategies and best practices for the prevention of deaths by suicide in Tennessee. For more information, click here.

• Rural Health Information Hub The RHIhub is a great first stop when looking for information, opportunities, and resources on rural health. Access the RHIhub here.

Funding Opportunities

The below grants have been hand picked to offer new funding opportunities.

• CMS Transforming Maternal Health Model Deadline September 20
• Strengthening Community College Training Programs Grant Deadline September 24
• NBCC Foundation Minority Fellowship Program for Addictions Counselors Deadline September 30
• Targeted Technical Assistance for Rural Hospitals Program Deadline September 30
• Delta Region Innovative Readiness Training Medical Missions Deadline September 30
• American Electric Power Foundation Grants Deadline Ongoing basis
• American Corps Connection Ongoing Basis
• Community Facilities Disaster Repair Grants Program Ongoing basis
• Delta Region Community Health Systems Development Program Technical Assistance Ongoing basis

Welcome to Our New and Returning Members!

The below organizations have recently joined or renewed their memberships. Members can search our member directory to connect with other members when logging into the RHA of TN's website. While you're searching, update your profile!

UTC SON- engAGING Communities

Clinton City Schools CSH

Nashville Diaper Connection

Walters State Community College

Tennessee Department of Health

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors

for making this communication and our annual conference possible.

Rural Health Association of Tennessee

Mailing Address:

PO Box 656,

Decaturville, TN 38329