Category: Webinar

Upcoming Webinar: Firstline Infection Prevention Webinar Series, December 5

November 25, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Firstline Infection Prevention Webinar Series, December 5

The Firstline Infection Control webinar series focuses on the basics of infection control. These webinars cover topics like how viruses spread, proper cleaning, and how to use personal protective equipment. The content is delivered in plain language with practical applications. Those working in long term care, outpatient settings, public health, and hospitals can all benefit from these webinars.

Please note your registration allows you to participate in all/any of the webinars – you only need to register one time. If you missed a live Zoom webinar you will have the opportunity to watch a recording, but you must be registered to receive a link.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, December 5, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Webinar: The Early Project Planning Phases of a Capital Development Project, December 12

November 22, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: The Early Project Planning Phases of a Capital Development Project, December 12

Is your health center planning a capital project in the next 1-5 years, but you’re not sure where to start? Consider joining Capital Link, on December 12, for The Early Project Planning Phases of a Capital Development Project webinar to learn the foundational steps for developing facilities that provide access to comprehensive, affordable health services tailored to meet the cultural and linguistic needs of diverse communities.

Capital Link will also introduce their Capital Development Learning Collaborative – Early Project Planning Stages, launching in January 2025. This collaborative will provide actionable guidance and tools for successfully planning, financing, and completing a capital project.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, December 12, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

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NCOA Expanding Evidence-Based Programs in Rural Communities, November 19

November 18, 2024

NCOA Expanding Evidence-Based Programs in Rural Communities, November 19

Older adults and adults with disabilities residing in rural communities across the nation are aging in place while managing ongoing health conditions. While rural communities may offer close community connections and critical networks o support, they can also present challenges in accessing health care and community-based services. Evidence-based health education, such as chronic disease self-management programs is vital in complementing clinical care and building the everyday skills to improve quality of life.

This webinar hosted by the nonprofit National Council on Aging (NCOA) will introduce and explore the practical and adaptable toolkit developed from roundtable discussions on engaging rural communities in health education. The toolkit offers best practices for:

  • Building and advancing community partnerships
  • Enhancing participant engagement
  • Adapting and effectively delivering evidence-based programs, and
  • Overcoming key barriers (i.e., transportation and connectivity), in rural communities.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, November 19, 3:00 p.m. ET

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Upcoming Webinar: Access to Maternity Care in Rural U.S. Communities, November 14

November 8, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Access to Maternity Care in Rural U.S. Communities, November 14

Consider joining this webinar where the leadership of the University of Minnesota Rural Health Research Center Maternity Care Team will provide a timely update on critical issues impacting maternal health in rural U.S. communities.

The presentation will describe disparities in maternal health outcomes for rural populations, the growing scarcity of obstetric care, and the far-reaching consequences of obstetric unit closures.

Additionally, the presentation will delve into the reasons behind these closures and examine policy solutions aimed at improving access to maternal health care and advancing health equity.

Registration is free and required. Attendance of the live webinar is limited to 500 persons. If you are unable to attend, you will be able to access the recording, archived on the Gateway website.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, November 14, 10:00 a.m.

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NARHC Webinar: Regulatory Changes for Rural Health Clinics in 2025, November 18

November 8, 2024

NARHC Webinar: Regulatory Changes for Rural Health Clinics in 2025, November 18

The nonprofit National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) is hosting a free, FORHP-supported webinar with information about changes for RHCs in the federal regulation that determines how much physicians and other providers are paid for treating Medicare beneficiaries.

Experts will discuss changes that include:

  • Removal of RHC productivity standards
  • New billing processes for care coordination
  • Streamlining required lab services
  • Extending telehealth flexibilities

Advance registration is required.

Cost: Free

When: Monday, November 18, 1:00 p.m. CT

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Webinar: The Power of Rural in Action: RCORP Success Stories & Strategies, November 21

November 4, 2024

Webinar: The Power of Rural in Action: RCORP Success Stories & Strategies, November 21

Join the National Organization for State Offices of Rural Health in celebration of National Rural Health Day! This year’s event shines a spotlight on the transformative impact of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP), featuring powerful success stories and innovative strategies from grantees and key partners.

Discover how these community-driven approaches can be adapted to drive lasting change in your own community.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, November 21, 1:00 p.m.

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Webinar: How Federal Funds are Being Used to Support Rural Communities, November 19

November 4, 2024

Webinar: How Federal Funds are Being Used to Support Rural Communities, November 19

This webinar features a panel discussion to include the Utah State Office of Rural Health, Uintah Basin Medical center, a rural hospital and Blue Mountain Hospital, a critical access hospital.

The panelists will share their experiences with leveraging combined federal funding to improve financial performance and enhance quality data outcomes in rural healthcare settings.

By the end of the webinar, participants will:

  • Understand the value of partnerships with SORHs, vendors, and hospitals
  • Learn how multiple funding streams can be combined to support hospitals

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, November 19, 2:00 p.m.

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Upcoming HRSA Webinar – Addressing the Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence and Substance Use in Maternal Health Care, November 7

October 31, 2024

Upcoming HRSA Webinar – Addressing the Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence and Substance Use in Maternal Health Care, November 7

The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Office of Women’s Health invites you to a webinar, “Addressing the Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Substance Use in Maternal Health Care”.

The webinar will feature speakers from HRSA’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH), Office on Women’s Health.

Attendees will learn about the National Strategy to Improve Maternal Mental Health Care as well as HRSA and OASH’s initiatives that are integrating prevention and care for IPV, substance use, and maternal health.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, November 7, 1:00 p.m. CT

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Upcoming NRHA Webinar – Building Resilient Rural Healthcare: Strategic Solutions for Financial Stability and Enhanced Care Delivery, November 6

October 31, 2024

Upcoming NRHA Webinar – Building Resilient Rural Healthcare: Strategic Solutions for Financial Stability and Enhanced Care Delivery, November 6

Rural healthcare leaders face unique financial and operational challenges that demand innovative solutions. This presentation will equip attendees with the strategies needed to ensure your hospital’s resilience and maintain high standards of care.

Dr. Corey Scurlock, a pioneer in telemedicine, and Donna McHale, a seasoned expert in rural health consulting, will share proven methods to stabilize your finances, optimize workforce management, and enhance care delivery.

Learning Objectives:

  • Implement strategies for financial sustainability tailored to rural healthcare settings
  • Optimize workforce management through virtual nursing and telehealth solutions
  • Apply successful case study insights to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, November 6. 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 pm. CST

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Upcoming Webinar: Access to Maternity Care in Rural U.S. Communities, November 14

October 31, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Access to Maternity Care in Rural U.S. Communities, November 14

In this hour-long webinar, experts will describe disparities in mental health outcomes for rural populations, the growing scarcity of obstetric care, and the far-reaching consequences of obstetric unit closures.

Additionally, the presentation will delve into the reasons behind these closures and examine policy solutions aimed at improving access to maternal health care and advancing health equity.

Registration is free and required. Attendance of the live webinar is limited to 500 persons. If you are unable to attend, you will be able to access the recording archived on the Gateway website.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, November 14, 2024

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