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Get to Know Grantees: RCORP III Successes

Episode 83

In this episode, JBS Technical Expert Lead, Sue  Gadacz, returns to guest-host a repeat conversation with Program Manager Chansica Lanier and Consulting Deputy Director of Public Health Programs, Dr. Liza Nicholson of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program(RCORP) Implementation III grantee  West Central Alabama Alabama Area Health Education Center (WCAAHEC). They discuss RCORP successes, highlighting the importance of building  partnerships with community leaders, community organizations, and  community health workers (CHWs) for sustainability. They touch on  medication drop boxes and CHWs in clinical settings.

Timeline:

  • Introduction to West Central Alabama Staff 1:55
  • How Substance Use Disorder Programming Has Been Expanded in their Community 2:30
  • How Has The Community Responded to West Central Alabama AHEC 7:00
  • Has The Program's Message Become Apparent to Your Community 8:30
  • Highlights of the Program 11:40
  • Community Education Elements That Were Developed Out of Southwest Alabama Opioid Response Project (SAOR) 15:50
  • Why Is Community Messaging Important to Your Organization 18:00
  • Impact of HOPE Dealers 20:50
  • What's Next 25:00
  • Advice You Wish You Knew From the Start of Your Grant 28:15


Listen here

-Interview conducted October 2024 


This podcast is supported by JBS International, Inc, through a grant  award from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of  the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with 0% financed  with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s)  and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an  endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information,  please visit HRSA.gov. Hosts: Isha Taylor-Kamara and Tim Rabolt;  Producer: Samantha Garonzik; Editor: Alex Serban          

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  • RCORP TA
  • Rural Roads: The RCORP Podcast
  • JBS International, Inc
  • RCORP

Developing a Foundational Health Collaborative

Rural Health Network Development: Grantee Spotlight

 The Georgia Health Policy Center spoke to Annie Jones, Network Director, and Dr. Liza Nicholson, Consulting Deputy Director of Public Health Programs at the West Central Alabama Area Health Education Center (WCAAHEC) about their success in developing a foundational health collaborative for improving population health across a six-county region.  


Listen/view here

-Interview conducted July 2024 (by Lori Solomon)


The video was made possible with support from the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy through contract 75R60219D00024.

       

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  • Goldenrod Outreach Initiative at WCAAHEC
  • Community Health Systems Development
  • Georgia Health Policy Center
  • Federal Office of Rural Health Policy

Supporting Youth Impacted by Addiction in Rural Communities

Missed the live event?

 Eluna is grateful to this incredible panel and moderator, who shared their personal stories and wisdom for this conversation.
 

In case you couldn't make it live in May 2024, or you would like to revisit their powerful words, you can view the event and explore additional resources here. This is an important and ongoing conversation, so feel free to share the video and resources with your community.
 

Thanks again to our moderator Amelia Ferrell Knisely and panelists: Dr. Liza Nicholson, Mary Beth Collins, and Shea Hausman.
 

Incredible attendee quotes below illustrate the impact of the conversation.

 

“A key takeaway for me was the importance and effectiveness of community-based models in providing care and support to children, adults, and families impacted by alcoholism or addiction.” 

- CC Attendee 


“I learned valuable approaches and activities to start conversations that I plan to use in the grief support groups I lead.” 

- CC Attendee 


“Excellent strategies and suggestions offered to rural communities struggling with SUD.” 

- CC Attendee 


“Working together with community partners is important for rural professionals.” 

- CC Attendee
 


Interested in learning more?

  

  • Explore and share the link to the resource page with  your network.
  • Request personalized support from the      Eluna Resource Center.
  • Find a Camp Mariposa location near you.
  • Find a Camp Erin location near you.
  • Learn  about Camp Erin Online.
  • View the Community Conversations page for more topics & resources. 
  •  Want to help a child impacted by grief or addiction? Order a care package today. 

The Role of Community Health Workers

Episode 16

 In this episode, Sue Gadacz, the Technical Expert Lead for West Central  Alabama Area Health Education Center (AHEC,) takes the role of guest  host to discuss the importance of community health workers (CHWs) in  rural communities with Dr. Liza Nicholson, Tamika Dial, and Chansica Lanier. Listen as they explore how West Central Alabama AHEC  is fulfilling its' mission to improve health equity by supporting CHWs  and community-based initiatives that address social determinants of  health. Discover how CHWs play a vital role in bridging healthcare gaps  and promoting better health outcomes for rural populations. Tune in to  gain insights into the transformative impact of CHWs in rural  communities and the innovative solutions they bring to address  healthcare challenges. 


Listen here

-Interview conducted May 2024 (by Tim Rabolt)


This podcast is supported by JBS International, Inc, through a grant  award from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of  the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) with 0% financed  with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s)  and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an  endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information,  please visit HRSA.gov. Hosts: Isha Taylor-Kamara and Tim Rabolt;  Producer: Samantha Garonzik; Editor: Alex Serban          

Learn More

  

  • RCORP TA
  • Rural Roads: The RCORP Podcast
  • JBS International, Inc
  • RCORP

Overview of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program

Interviews with RCORP Program Leaders

Programs serving rural Alabama, Iowa, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and Virginia share how RCORP funding has made a difference in their communities, supporting their work addressing opioid use disorder. 


Watch video here

-Interview conducted July 2023 (RCORP Reverse Site Visit)

Learn More

  • RHIhub: Your First Stop for Rural Health Information 
  • West Central Alabama AHEC
  • RCORP Implementation



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