Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth utilization has increased and evolved. To better understand the provider and patient experience, the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund and REACH Foundation commissioned research on telehealth use in Kansas. The research included a statewide survey of health care providers and administrators, as well as in-depth follow-up interviews. … Continued
The REACH Healthcare Foundation has announced Jasmin Avakyants will join the REACH Foundation as Program Officer, responsible for administering grants, informing grantmaking strategies, and engaging the community to identify opportunities that align with the foundation’s mission to advance equity in health coverage and care. Avakyants brings extensive experience in the nonprofit sector in the areas … Continued
When the American Medical Association (AMA) adopted a policy affirming voting as a social determinant of health, that action helped propel health providers and organizations to explore ways to engage patients on the importance of voting. The REACH Foundation connected with Vot+ER, a national civic engagement program that works with hospitals and community health centers … Continued
The REACH Healthcare Foundation was established to help all people in our communities achieve equitable health outcomes. Our focus on health care coverage and access, and reducing health disparities across our service area, has included significant investments in maternal and prenatal care. This includes support to increase the capacity of community health clinics that provide … Continued
The REACH Foundation awarded Building Connections to Coverage and Care grants totaling $580,000 to support health care connector and health navigation services and enrollment assistance. Fourteen grants were awarded through a request for proposal (RFP) process within the foundation’s Bridge the Coverage Divide outcome area and the strategy to connect health care consumers to culturally appropriate … Continued
In celebration of National Immigrant Heritage Month, the REACH Foundation offers highlights of a few of its investments in immigrant and refugee health. More than six years ago, the foundation identified immigrants and refugees as a priority population within its community investment framework because of cultural, legal, social/civic and linguistic barriers that limited access to health … Continued
The REACH Healthcare Foundation Board of Directors has announced the election of new members and officers, continuing a commitment to draw community members with diverse professional and community backgrounds. New board members and officers assume their roles on June 1, 2022. Seven individuals are new to the REACH Board; 10 individuals are continuing their service … Continued
Damon Daniel joined Ad Hoc Group Against Crime as executive director in 2015. He was enrolled in seminary at the time, pursuing studies to deepen his understanding of his own faith and call to ministry, a vocation he was drawn to through his work as a community organizer. Daniel had more than 20 years of … Continued
I joined the REACH Healthcare Foundation back in January 2022 as a Communications Intern. With my internship nearing the end of its term, I had the pleasure of interviewing Carla Gibson, Vice President of Programs, to learn more about Centering Black Voices (CBV). In our interview, we discussed what CBV is, the goals of the … Continued
Communities Concerned for Immigrants and Refugees is a learning network open to health, social services other community groups interested in strengthening the health and well-being refugee and immigrant communities. Two upcoming forums will address pathways to citizenship and next steps in creating a Safe and Welcoming Wyandotte. The Path to Citizenship for Immigrants and Refugees, … Continued
