CEO Update: Scary and Sweet October is the month of both scary and sweet.  That perfectly describes the roll out of the RHTP awards in rural communities across the U.S. and in Colorado.  At an NRHA Conference last month, attendees described the RHTP as challenging and in my words,...

CEO Update: Remembering and Looking Forward This month we recognize the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 and honor those that lost their lives, those that survived, and those that helped during and after these terrible events.  You may not know, but my husband was one of those firefighters that was...

CEO Update: Looking Forward There are so many things to look forward to as August is winding down.  Let’s first start with Pumpkin Spice Latte or PSL as it’s known!  I love PSL. Why? Because it feels like a warm fall hug!  I know it’s still 90-ish degrees outside,...

CEO Update: Rural Health Transformation Program Yikes, it’s hot outside!  I typically welcome the longer days for the opportunity to be outside and enjoy the fresh air.  This year is different with the record-breaking heat Colorado is experiencing.  Not only are things heating up outside, but they are also...

CEO Update: 250 Years The U.S. is turning 250 years old. Happy Birthday, America!  Its interesting and fun to travel to other countries and see historic buildings from a time even before the U.S. was officially formed and to learn that other countries may have actually gained their independence...

CEO Update: Rural is Everywhere Rural is in fashion now with the release of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund and more and more talks are occurring about what works best for rural, who is the foremost expert by topic, and of course, the money. For the Colorado...