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- January 14, 2010
2010 Census Coming to Colorado
By Bridgette Olson on January 14, 2010Read moreCensus information affects the numbers of seats Colorado occupies in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the U.S. uses census data to advocate for causes, rescue disaster victims, prevent diseases, research markets, locate pools of skilled workers and more. An accurate count of residents can do a lot for...
00 - January 14, 2010
Workforce Summit Tackles Healthcare Provider Shortage
By Bridgette Olson on January 14, 2010Read moreThe Colorado Health Professions Workforce Summit was held on October 22, 2009 and brought together 150 healthcare providers, educators, policymakers, and other stakeholders to address the shortage of healthcare providers in Colorado. 2008’s Workforce Summit focused on primary care providers and developing policy recommendations to address the severe shortage,...
- January 13, 2010
CDPHE Emergency Medical Services Grants
By Bridgette Olson on January 13, 2010Read moreApplication Deadline: February 16, 2010 CDPHE has approximately $6 million in EMS grant funds, thanks to SB09-002, a bill supported by CRHC through the Policy and Legislative Council last session. Funds can be used to support any of the following categories: Ambulance/other vehicle, Communications, Data collection, Equipment, Injury prevention,...
- January 13, 2010
The 2010 Colorado State Legislature Begins!
By Alicia Haywood on January 13, 2010Read moreToday kicks off the 67th Colorado General Assembly. Our state is facing a budget shortfall of over $1 billion, which is sure to make the next few months an extremely challenging yet interesting session. The fun begins this morning at 10am and you can watch the opening comments &...
- January 12, 2010
Winter AgrAbility Workshops
By Bridgette Olson on January 12, 2010Read morePlan now to attend a free workshop for farmers and ranchers; their family members with chronic conditions, injuries, or disabilities who want to continue or start farming and ranching; and professionals who work with agricultural individuals and families with disabilities (e.g.: extension agents, rehabilitation counselors, occupational therapists, county health...
- January 12, 2010
CRHC Launches HIT Consortium
By Bridgette Olson on January 12, 2010Read moreIn January 2010, CRHC launched a new Health Information Technology (HIT) consortium, dubbed Technology for Healthcare Excellence (THE) Consortium. CRHC developed THE Consortium in 2009 to assist rural providers with the complex process of adopting technology. Federal HITECH Stimulus funds are available to providers and facilities who reach meaningful...
- January 11, 2010
Colorado STRIDES in Crowley County
By Bridgette Olson on January 11, 2010Read moreColorado STRIDES (Sustainable Towns: Rural Innovation, Development, Expansion & Success) continues to work with rural communities to enhance their economies and amenities, with the goal of attracting and keeping more healthcare providers. Over the past year, STRIDES has been working with the Office of Economic Development and International Trade...
- January 10, 2010
State Legislature Braces for 2010 Session
By Bridgette Olson on January 10, 2010Read moreThe General Assembly convened on January 13, 2010 and it is expected to be a very tough session due to the budget shortfall. According to the Colorado Legislative Council Staff, as of December 2009, Colorado’s general fund is $600.6 million short of what was originally budgeted for FY09-10. In...
- January 10, 2010
The Forum: April 19-21, 2010
By Bridgette Olson on January 10, 2010Read moreWhat: The Forum serves as an educational, training, and networking event for all safety net clinics, members of the clinic team, and other interested parties. This year, the event has expanded to include other states and clinic types in order to address the central issues facing us all. The...
- January 9, 2010
CRHCGP Grant Writing Workshops
By Bridgette Olson on January 9, 2010Read moreRegister now to attend one of three free workshops being offered to assist applicants in preparing their Colorado Rural Health Care Grant Program application. Workshop 1: Fort Morgan, February 4, 10am-3pm. Lunch provided. Workshop 2: Gunnison, February 10, 8am-12:30pm. Breakfast provided. Workshop 3: Denver, February 24, 10am-3pm. Lunch provided....