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New York State Government Places Trust in HRHCare to Fight Toughest Long-Term Health Challenges
Peekskill, NY – HRHCare, one of largest federally qualified health center (FQHC) systems in the country, announced today that it has received a $2.05 million grant from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to launch the Hudson Community Health Alliance, a coalition including the Rockland and Westchester County Departments of Health to help prevent and control chronic health issues such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease and stroke. The funding will allow for the implementation of strategies that promote health, support and reinforce healthful behaviors, encourage lifestyle change program participation, and link community programs to clinical services. The funds were distributed to HRHCare as part of a $7 million statewide grant administered through New York State Department of Health’s Local Initiatives for Multi Sector Public Health Action, or Local IMPACT, program. The selection of HRHCare for this grant is yet another testament to the unparalleled services it offers its patients in Rockland and Westchester Counties.
“HRHCare is honored to accept this grant, signifying our commitment to ensuring that primary care services are well organized to address the prevention and treatment of chronic health issues. We look forward to using the funds to promote healthy living along with our partners in Rockland and Westchester Counties through the Hudson Community Health Alliance,” said Anne Kauffman Nolon, MPH, President and CEO of HRHCare. “Community health plays a vital role in protecting our most vulnerable populations, and HRHCare is grateful to be leading this critically important program.”
HRHCare operates five facilities in Rockland and Westchester Counties, where residents suffer from some of the highest rates of chronic disease in the state. Governor Cuomo’s office has identified diabetes, heart disease, stroke, cancer and asthma as leading causes of death, disability and rising health care costs in New York.
About HRHCare
HRHCare Community Health is a nonprofit, New York State licensed, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Founded 40 years ago to provide care to the medically underserved population of Peekskill, New York, HRHCare is now one of the nation’s largest community health providers. From the Capitol Region to the East-end of Long Island, HRHCare’s network of over 26 health centers provides affordable, accessible care to more than 135,000 patients. Our more than 200 primary care practitioners and 700 specialists and support staff have made HRHCare a destination for high-quality and compassionate care for all. In 2014, HRHCare saw a total of 480,000 patient visits across its facilities throughout New York State.
As HRHCare has grown it has retained its core values of community and compassion. Excelling in patient care, HRHCare provides comprehensive services to anyone who walks through our doors. HRHCare’s health centers provide primary and preventative treatment including adult and pediatric care; obstetrical and gynecological care; family planning; HIV counseling, testing, and referral; dental services; mental health counseling; nutrition counseling; podiatry; WIC services; health education; and a full complement of outreach, translation, transportation, benefits counseling and health insurance enrollment assistance.
HRHCare has a profound commitment to the communities it serves and works to improve community health through partnerships and collaborations with local community leaders, businesses, social service agencies, housing organizations, food banks, agricultural worker alliances and other local stakeholders. HRHCare believes if it wants to ensure quality care for its patients, it should ensure quality pay for its staff, which is why it provides a minimum living wage of $15 an hour for all employees.
For more information contact:
Elizabeth Kenigsberg
646.930.0222
ekenigsberg@skdknick.com
