This toolkit equips health centers with ready-to-use advocacy materials to raise awareness and urge action ahead of the September 30 federal funding deadline. It includes sample social media posts and...
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Written by Liz Schenkel, External Affairs Manager As the backbone of primary care, health centers deliver affordable, high-quality services to nearly 34 million people across the country and over 162,000...
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This toolkit equips health centers with ready-to-use resources to raise awareness about food insecurity during Hunger Action Month. Inside, you’ll find customizable social media posts for North Dakota and South...
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This communications toolkit equips health centers with ready-to-use resources to promote fall immunizations across their communities. The campaign supports efforts to encourage patients to schedule recommended seasonal vaccines. The toolkit...
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Written by Shelly Ten Napel, Chief Executive Officer This year marks a significant milestone for CHAD—our 40th anniversary as the Primary Care Association serving health centers across North Dakota and...
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Written by Jenn Saueressig, Clinical Quality Manager As students return to classrooms this fall, health centers play a critical role in preventing vaccine-preventable illnesses that can disrupt learning and strain...
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Written by Jenn Saueressig, Clinical Quality Manager CHAD is excited to share a new resource designed to support health centers in improving blood pressure (BP) control, a critical component of...
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Written by Brandon Huether, Marketing & Communications Manager North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Family HealthCare a $1.67 million grant from the state’s Opioid Settlement Fund to...
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Written by Liz Schenkel, External Affairs Manager We’re excited to share that CHAD’s advocacy listserv has a new name – Dakota Health Center Voices! Formerly known as Dakota Voice, this...
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Written by Kaitlyn Van Peursem, Digital Communications & Design Specialist Community health centers across North and South Dakota are celebrating National Health Center Week (NHCW) by shining a spotlight on...
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Below you can find state-specific one-pagers and a printable rack card that include essential advocacy and policy materials to help clearly define the purpose, value, and impact of community health...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Huether, Marketing and Communications Manager, CHAD 605-910-8150 bhuether@communityhealthcare.net Release Date: August 5, 2025 CHAD Celebrates National Health Center Week in North Dakota BISMARCK, ND —...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Huether, Marketing and Communications Manager, CHAD 605-910-8150 bhuether@communityhealthcare.net Release Date: August 5, 2025 CHAD Celebrates National Health Center Week in South Dakota SIOUX FALLS, SD...
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Mastering Strategic Forecasting This training session focused on enhancing forecasting skills crucial for financial stability and strategic growth. Participants engaged in hands-on activities, case studies, and discussions to develop robust...
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Maximizing Revenue Opportunities for Community Health Center Sustainability This session aimed to provide community health centers with insights and strategies to boost their organization’s financial health and sustainability. Participants explored...
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This collection of resources is designed to help your health center celebrate and promote the vital role you play in keeping communities healthy in North Dakota and South Dakota. Here,...
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Break-Even Analysis for FQHC Financial Stability FQHCs are facing financial challenges and uncertainty around ongoing grant funding amidst the Federal budget, changes in Medicaid, and threats to 340B. This presentation...
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Leveraging Technology to Support Care Management Success This workshop focused on steps for scaling chronic care management programs while ensuring high-quality patient care. Participants learned about the essential training required...
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Building and Sustaining Nurse-Led Care Management Programs This workshop provided practical strategies for creating or enhancing effective nurse-led chronic care management programs. Participants learned key concepts, such as how nurses...
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Foundations of Nurse-Led Chronic Disease Management In this session, we introduced the benefits of nurse-led chronic disease management, including better patient outcomes, higher staff satisfaction, and financial gains. We highlighted...
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Impacting Access to Care and Executing on Growth: Turning Vision into Action at Your FQHC Federally Qualified Health Centers are on the frontlines of expanding access to care—but growth isn’t...
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Mastering the Media: Strategies for Success in Earned Coverage Vanessa Gomez presented this engaging two-part breakout session designed to empower you with the tools and confidence to navigate the media...
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Patient Growth: Measuring and Preparing for Impact As Federally Qualified Health Centers continue to expand access and serve more patients, understanding how to effectively measure growth—and prepare for its impact—is...
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Project Management for Non-Project Managers: Simple Tools for Big Impact Have you ever found yourself leading a project without formal training? Whether you’re a volunteer, “volun-told,” or an accidental project...
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Written by Jennifer Saueressig, Clinical Quality Manager Jennifer Saueressig, Clinical Quality Manager at CHAD, attended the North Dakota Cancer Coalition (NDCC) Annual Meeting on June 24 and the ND Colorectal...
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Written by Shelly Ten Napel, Chief Executive Officer On July 4, President Trump signed H.R. 1, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This new law presents both...
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Value-based care requires health centers to consider structured ways to manage the care of high-risk patients, using supportive care management. NACHC offers guidance for health center care management programs, including...
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Sample care manager job description. Click here to access the documents.
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We’ve developed blood pressure (BP) competency documents that you’re welcome to edit and adapt to fit your needs. In addition, AUCH has shared a proper BP measurement training video that...
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This webinar provided a comprehensive overview of the 2024 Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) and Great Plains Health Data Network (GPHDN) Databooks. The CHAD team prepared these books...
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This webinar provided practical information designed to strengthen a health center’s credentialing and privileging processes. During this webinar, the presenter broke down the key HRSA expectations, common pitfalls, and how...
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General Sessions Keynote Address Inspiring a Culture of Excellence Gary Campbell, Impact2Lead Presentation Health Center Bright Spots Darcie Lee | Maternal Health Grant at Horizon April Gindulis | CHCCW – Azara Use...
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There are many misconceptions about Medicaid. Our goal is to break the stigmas surrounding Medicaid through storytelling. In this toolkit, you’ll find stories about how the program helps Dakotans live...
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Written by Brandon Huether, Marketing & Communications Manager Each year, CHAD celebrates with our member health centers during National Health Center Week, and this year, we’re excited to unveil a...
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Written by Kim Kuhlmann, External Affairs Manager Your input is requested: The CHAD external affairs team requests your help! As we reflect on how to distribute information and reach elected...
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Written by Becky Wahl, Director of Innovation & Health Informatics The Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) team has prepared the Uniform Data System (UDS) Databook annually for member...
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This two-part webinar series is designed to equip health center care teams with the knowledge, strategies, and tools to integrate oral health into prenatal care. As the connection between oral...
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As the demand for health care services continues to rise, workforce shortages have become a critical concern in the industry. This makes it essential to understand the role of the...
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The “Game-Day Ready” sports physicals and wellness exam toolkit equips health centers with ready-to-use materials to promote adolescent checkups ahead of the school year and sports season. This toolkit includes...
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This toolkit is designed to help health centers engage patients and promote the importance of regular dental care. The toolkit includes ready-to-use social media posts, patient text message reminders, and...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Huether, Marketing and Communications Manager, CHAD 605-910-8150 bhuether@communityhealthcare.net Release Date: May 14, 2025 Health and Community Organizations Respond Swiftly to Support Yankton Families after Job...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Huether, Marketing and Communications Manager, CHAD 605-910-8150 bhuether@communityhealthcare.net Release Date: May 13, 2025 CHAD Launches “Medicaid Matters to Me” Campaign to Amplify Stories and Protect...
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandon Huether, Marketing and Communications Manager, CHAD 605-910-8150 bhuether@communityhealthcare.net Release Date: May 13, 2025 CHAD Launches “Medicaid Matters to Me” Campaign to Amplify Stories and Protect...
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Written by Kim Kuhlmann, External Affairs Manager The ND Legislative Session adjourned sine die at 4:00 am on Saturday, May 3. A record 1,035 bills were filed and over 600...
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Written by Jenn Saueressig, RN, Clinical Quality Manager North Dakota has reported eleven measles cases in Williams County and Cass County so far in 2025, with several of the latest...
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Written by Shelly Ten Napel, CEO Medicaid has been a hot topic over the last several months as Congress has considered its values and priorities relative to the program. At...
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Measles Resource Guide for Clinical Staff Click here to access the guide.
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JOIN THE CAMPAIGN LAUNCH Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) hosted an impactful webinar launching Medicaid Matters to Me, a campaign that illustrates the profound impact Medicaid has on everyone...
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Written by Jenn Saueressig, RN, Clinical Quality Manager CHAD recently wrapped up a successful three-part webinar series aimed at increasing Well-Child Visits, Adult Annual Wellness Visits, and Medicare Annual Wellness...
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This comprehensive toolkit is designed to support you in educating and empowering your patients to take control of their heart health. Inside, you’ll find ready-to-use social media posts, eye-catching graphics,...
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This toolkit provides a variety of resources to help you raise awareness and support your patients' mental well-being. Inside, you'll find ready-to-share social media posts, engaging graphics, a sample press...
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Preventative Power: Best Practices for Maximizing Wellness Visits CHAD hosted an engaging and informative webinar series dedicated to exploring the critical importance of wellness visits for children and adults. Wellness...
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2025 FTCA Application Updates: Ensuring Compliance & Success CHAD welcomed Kyle Vath, BSN, MHA, RN, and CEO of RegLantern, for an in-depth review of HRSA’s 2025 Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)...
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This toolkit is designed to help health centers promote regular check-ups for Medicare patients. It includes a variety of resources such as customizable social media graphics and videos, eye-catching posters,...
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Medicare Billing: Maximizing Reimbursement & Revenue in 2025 CHAD hosted a dynamic four-part webinar series designed to equip Health Centers with the latest insights and strategies in healthcare management and...
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Every year, National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) highlights the importance of protecting infants and young children from vaccine-preventable diseases NIIW will take place from April 21-28, bringing together health care...
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The Navigator team has been hard at work during this busy season, connecting with individuals and families who need access to health care. Recently, we participated in a resource event...
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Written by Shelly Hegerle, Director of People & Culture On March 8, it was announced that a winter storm could impact our area the following weekend. My immediate thought was,...
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This toolkit is designed to help health centers promote regular check-ups for adults. It includes a variety of resources such as customizable social media graphics and videos, eye-catching posters, informative...
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This toolkit is designed to help health centers raise awareness, promote education, and encourage proactive measures to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV year-round. This comprehensive toolkit includes a...
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This toolkit is designed to help health centers promote regular check-ups for kids. It includes a variety of resources such as customizable social media graphics and videos, eye-catching posters, informative...
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How to Love Your Craft Without Losing Your Mind Healthcare professionals often enter their fields driven by a deep passion for helping others. However, the demands of the profession and...
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This comprehensive resource is designed to help you educate and encourage patients to stay up to date with their colorectal cancer screenings. This toolkit includes engaging social media graphics and...
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This toolkit equips health centers with essential resources to help patients enroll in health insurance. This toolkit includes social media graphics, sample text messages, and outreach materials to simplify communication...
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The Clinical Advisory Committee at CHAD, made up of medical directors and leadership from member health centers, has identified hypertension as a top clinical quality priority. See below for sample...
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Communicating with Data CHAD and the GPHDN hosted a follow-up webinar to the Data Storytelling session held during the 2024 GPHDN conference. In this 90-minute webinar, we explored how your...
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Looking for the latest news at CHAD and health centers across the Dakotas? Check out the CHAD Connection newsletter and read about current news, upcoming events and training, programs, and...
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March: National Dental Assistant Recognition Week (Mar 2-8) National Dentists Day (Mar 6) National Social Work Month National Doctors’ Day (March 30) April: Administrative Professionals Day (Apr 23) May: Nurses...
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In today’s fast-paced digital world, maintaining a consistent and engaging online presence is key—even when you’re out of the office. That’s why having a toolkit for crafting personalized and engaging...
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Open Enrollment for 2025 health insurance ends on January 15, 2025. Use this toolkit to share and promote content encouraging your audiences and patients to enroll in health insurance and...
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Cervical cancer awareness is crucial for community health centers in North Dakota and South Dakota because these states face significant barriers to preventive care, including rural populations, limited healthcare access,...
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Diabetes Prevention: Strategies for Identifying and Managing Prediabetes CHAD hosted an engaging webinar focused on the critical importance of prediabetes awareness and management. This session equipped health care professionals with...
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The Great Plains Health Data Network Summit (GPHDN) Summit & Strategic Planning Conference CHAD hosted the Great Plains Health Data Network Summit & Strategic Planning Conference to build a vision...
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In this short on-demand presentation, Jennifer Genua-McDaniel highlights key health center financial metrics and the board's role in oversight of health center finances. This is the third video in the...
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In this short on-demand presentation, Jennifer Genua-McDaniel provides an overview of risk management best practices for boards of directors. The presentation includes an introduction to risk management and highlights key...
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In this short on-demand presentation, Jennifer Genua-McDaniel provides an overview of board member roles and responsibilities. The presentation discusses HRSA program requirements as they relate to boards, including board authority...
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CHAD hosted the 2024 Uniform Data System (UDS) training sessions on November 12 & 14. These free web-based trainings are designed to provide assistance navigating and preparing the 2024 UDS report....
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CHAD hosted a webinar designed to empower health care professionals, community organizers, and public health advocates with effective strategies to enhance education and support to individuals with diabetes. We explored...
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The Medical Assistant Training Program is a 12-month program that combines on-the-job training with the educational foundation and principles to prepare learners to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)...
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As of 2024 health centers are required to report on how many patients were screened for their family planning needs using a standardized screening tool. CHAD has also developed a...
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The following links are South Dakota loan repayment opportunities and resources. Recruitment Assistance Program (RAP) Rural Healthcare Facility Recruitment Assistance Program (RHFRAP) SD State Loan Repayment Program (SLRP)
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The following links are Federal Loan Repayment Programs and Resources National Health Service Corp (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program NHSC LRP Fact Sheet NHSC Substance Use Disorder Workforce Fact Sheet NHSC...
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The following links are North Dakota loan repayment opportunities and resources. ND Healthcare Professionals Loan Repayment Program Dental Loan Repayment Program ND Federal Loan Repayment Program
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The following links are Federal Scholarship Opportunities and Resources National Health Service Corp (NHSC) Scholarship Program Scholarship Fact Sheet Nurse Corp Scholarship Program Nurse Corp Fact Sheet
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A guide for primary care providers and medical practice managers. The PDF version provides continuous content in a PDF document format. Links to individual materials are provided. The PDF version...
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In this short on-demand presentation, Jennifer Genua-McDaniel provides an introduction to the health center program for board members. The presentation includes a review of the health center movement, overview of...
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Board Work Plan Tool (Excel Template) CCHN developed this Board Work Plan Tool to allow CHCs to plan out the Board of Directors’ oversight responsibilities over the course of the...
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The Importance of CHC Boards in Advancing Equity (Audio content, 16:51) This episode explores the deep ties CHCs have with the social justice movement and equity, and the important role...
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Introduction to CHC Boards (Audio content, 17:30) This episode provides an introduction to the important role of the CHC Board of Directors. The episode opens with a brief overview of...
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Series: Board Governance and OSVs HCAN developed a series of on-demand videos to share information with health center boards about HRSA operational site visits (OSVs). Presented by Burt Waller, MHA,...
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Succession Planning in Health Centers (Video, 5:20) Presented by Jennifer Genua-McDaniel, BA (HONS), CHCEF Founder/CEO of Genua Consulting This on-demand webinar will provide an overview of succession planning - not...
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Strategies for Effective Meeting Minutes (Video, 4:34) Presented by Jennifer Genua-McDaniel, BA (HONS), CHCEF Founder/CEO of Genua Consulting Meeting minutes are just one mode of ensuring compliance - not only...
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Becoming a Generative Board of Directors: Creating a Forward-Thinking Board (Video, 5:05) Presented by Jennifer Genua-McDaniel, BA (HONS), CHCEF Founder/CEO of Genua Consulting Forward thinking Board of Directors should see...
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Taking the Next Step: Becoming a Generative Board of Directors (Video, 7:20) Presented by Jennifer Genua-McDaniel, BA (HONS), CHCEF Founder/CEO of Genua Consulting Less than 10% of health center Boards...
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Tips for Boards on Health Center Workforce Challenges and Opportunities (e-Learning Module, PDF) Workforce retention, recruitment, and development are strategic issues in healthcare. While a health center’s CEO and their...
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The Board’s Role in the Needs Assessment (e-Learning Module) Each health center must undertake a community health needs assessment to understand critical needs in its community at least once every...
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Four Fundamentals of Value-Based Payment for Health Center Boards (e-Learning Module) This brief video outlines four fundamental things boards and board members should know about value-based payment. This resource might...
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Board’s Role in Strategic Planning (e-Learning Modules, 10 minutes) Strategic planning is the board and management team’s attempt to create the health center’s future, achieve its vision, advance its mission,...
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Tips for Health Center Boards of Evaluating the Sliding Fee Discount Program (e-Learning Modules, 10 minutes) Health center boards are required to adopt, review and evaluate at least once every...
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