Our guests in this episode know firsthand the tragic outcomes of adverse childhood events. Not only did they work in the system under-resourced to stop the cycle of disparities that led to unspeakable tragedy, but they also wrote a book about it, and then another one that offers a step-by-action plan to close the gaps that keep families in surviving mode vs. thriving. This conversation may be challenging to hear, but we hope you'll agree it's time to approach our rural disparity challenges from a different angle. Listen. Share with Change Makers You Know. Subscribe. Rate. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
Our guests in this episode know firsthand the tragic outcomes of adverse childhood events. Not only did they work in the system under-resourced to stop the cycle of disparities that led to unspeakable tragedy, but they also wrote a book about it, and then another one that offers a step-by-action plan to close the gaps that keep families in surviving mode vs. thriving. This conversation may be challenging to hear, but we hope you'll agree it's time to approach our rural disparity challenges from a different angle. Listen. Share with Change Makers You Know. Subscribe. Rate. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
And...that's a wrap. Thank you to our listeners, subscribers, followers, and those who supported our podcast in 2023. We also want to extend a very special thanks to Wipfli, an outstanding organization joining us as a sponsoring partner in 2024. Stay tuned for our first episode in a new series and new season just after the start of the New Year. A question we ask you to think about in advance? What role do local and state governments play in ensuring their residents and constituents survive and thrive? Let the conversations and dot connecting continue!
Listen in as Alana Knudson, Director of NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis shares the critical role research and data play in informing policymakers and ensuring that rural communities' needs are addressed. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
When a wise person has some things to share, we've learned, listen! In this episode of the special series, Women Who Impact, Director of the Pennsylvania Office of Rural Health, Lisa Davis, shares with Michelle the impact State Offices of Rural Health have on the rural communities in their states, as well as the importance of collaboration and persistence. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
DYK that 47 of Colorado's 64 counties are rural or frontier, which counts for nearly 723K people, of whom 21% are 65+ years of age. 22% of rural renters are classified as extremely low income, 43% of SNAP households have children, and 54% of these counties lack OB care. Data matters a lot when it comes to rural health access and outcomes, and on a mission to collect, analyze, and disseminate data is the CEO of the Colorado Rural Health Center, Michelle Mills. Michelle Rathman-Batschke sat down with her to discuss her impact and that of the team she leads. Listen, Subscribe, Share this special Women Who Impact episode: https://bit.ly/47Z0RaO
During the month of November, rural health organizations across the U.S. participate in what is now widely known as National Rural Health Day. If you've ever wondered how rural health even got a date on the calendar in the first place, wonder no more! In this special Women Who Impact episode, Michelle Rathman-Batschke sat down with Karen Madden, whose idea was to make a big to-do about a day to pay tribute to those making an impact for over 60 million people living in America's rural and remote places. Listen where you like and watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3SXF8eO
It's no secret America's rural places have experienced some of the most devasting impacts of opioids. And while this is an incredibly complex challenge, you will find there are thousands of people on the front lines working to bring solutions and address the root causes of substance use close to home. This Extra Episode brings attention to the solutions. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
The path to post-secondary education for many rural students is paved with barriers. Better support, partnerships, and funding for rural students today, ensures rural communities have the workforce they need to thrive tomorrow. Listen in to this episode as John White highlights the importance of innovative programming for rural students. http://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
One of the many things we appreciate about our guests is their unwavering passion for the work they're doing. In Taylor's case, making a profound impact on many rural learners, who may have no idea about Rural Schools Collaborative's mission and how it is helping to shape their bright futures. Listen to this episode and learn about this gem of an organization. bit.ly/3P6VQX0
One of the many things we appreciate about our guests is their unwavering passion for the work they're doing. In Taylor's case, making a profound impact on many rural learners, who may have no idea about Rural Schools Collaborative's mission and how it is helping to shape their bright futures. Listen to this episode and learn about this gem of an organization. bit.ly/3P6VQX0
Learn about National Rural Education Association's Legislative and Research Agendas, as well as innovative approaches for teacher recruitment and retention in this mini masterclass on rural education! https://bit.ly/3EQudvd
"The loss of rural grocery stores threatens the health of local citizens and the very existence of rural communities. Unfortunately, between 2008 and 2018, 105 grocery stores in rural Kansas closed, and in half of those communities, a new store has not re-opened." Listen to Michelle's conversion with Erica Blair, Extension Specialist with K-State Research and Extension and a Program Manager for both the Rural Grocery Initiative and Kansas Healthy Food Initiative and learn how they are helping to address America's expanding rural grocery store closure crisis. https://bit.ly/3P6VQX0
Carrying on our "Rural Health on Life Support" conversation, Michelle kicks off our “Extra” episode joined by Deputy Under Secretary for USDA Rural Development, Farah Ahmad to talk about the $129 million in Emergency Rural Health Care Grants awarded to 172 rural healthcare organizations to expand critical services to improve health care facilities in rural towns across the nation. Connecting the dots. Policy+Grants=Rural Impact. bit.ly/3P6VQX0
DYK, in 2019 40% of the US population lived more than one mile from the nearest food store? Listen in as Alana Rhone, Agricultural Economist from the USDA Economic Research Service shares two mapping tools that community leaders can use to drive decisions to ensure everyone has access to healthy foods. https://tinyurl.com/49vrt25j
The majority of people who are on SNAP are working, and underpaid. Without living wages, and access to resources, many must choose between paying rent or feeding their families. What can you do to help? Listen in as Gina Plata-Nino of Food Research & Action Center explains easy steps we can all take for food security, even if you don’t live in rural, or don’t need SNAP. https://tinyurl.com/49vrt25j
How is your organization changing lives, transforming communities, and increasing access to resources for rural populations in America? Partner with us and we'll help you share your rural story and how you're making an impact. Learn more about opportunities to amplify your influence and mission. #rural https://tinyurl.com/mr2vpuas
Do you know how many people in #rural America find out they no longer have health coverage? The answer, when they need it! In this episode, Michelle talks w/an expert connecting the dots between policy and Medicaid unwinding, which, as of July 5, 2023, equates to at least 1,652,000 Medicaid enrollees who have been disenrolled in 28 states. Listen to a preview of their conversation and then subscribe for more. https://tinyurl.com/49vrt25j
The U.S. maternal mortality crisis is in the news constantly. Most coverage focuses on the statistics and a few examples of where it's happening the most. In this episode, The Rural Impact talks with Julia D. Interrante, PhD, MPH to go beyond the problem by the numbers. Informed by research, the two focus on the root causes of maternal mortality and morbidity in rural America, especially disproportionality in #BIPOC communities, and discuss how data can inform policies that reverse the conditions that lead to poor outcomes and increase access to obstetric and postpartum care. Listen now at http://www.theruralimpact.com.
