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Western Appalachian Kentucky Health Care Access Network Montgomery County, Kentucky

Western Appalachian Kentucky Health Care Access Network Montgomery County, Kentucky. I Wish I Had Known…: Lessons Learned from Past Outreach Programs ORHP Grantee Partnership Meeting August 31 – September 2, 2009. Background – Our Grant. Community infrastructure

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Western Appalachian Kentucky Health Care Access Network Montgomery County, Kentucky

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  1. Western Appalachian Kentucky Health Care Access NetworkMontgomery County, Kentucky I Wish I Had Known…: Lessons Learned from Past Outreach Programs ORHP Grantee Partnership Meeting August 31 – September 2, 2009

  2. Background – Our Grant • Community infrastructure • Promotoras model for outreach • Cultural competency • El Puente (The Bridge) • Primary medical care • Primary dental care

  3. From grant vision to implementation • Is the plan implementable? • Do you have the resources - staff? • Have you contacted “Best Practice” models? • Have you kept your partners and your community “in the loop”? • It probably won’t be a “turn key” process (3-6 months)

  4. Key Word: FLEXIBILITY • Stay focused on the work plan and outcomes • Work plan adjustments are allowed as long as it meets the desired outcomes – the “feds” are flexible • Stay in touch with your project officer • Prioritize and re-prioritize – you can’t implement everything at once • Prepare early for sustainability – 3 years goes by very quickly!

  5. Data – Data - Data • Begin collecting data immediately – you will have to report on your progress annually. • More is better • Expected outcomes must be measurable – data must match your goals

  6. Evaluation – Performance Review • Engage your evaluator immediately • Review the HRSA Performance Review process during the first six months of the grant • Understanding and anticipating the Performance Review will result in a positive experience • Involve your partners in the process

  7. Financial Oversight • Track your expenses and review at least monthly • Know the requirements and submit HRSA financial reports in a timely manner • Keep track of indirects (in-kind)

  8. Monitor Progress • Meet regularly with staff to review goals, outcomes, financial parameters • Keep partners informed of progress • Address challenges and/or barriers when they occur • Always evaluate other options

  9. Where are we now? • Obtained 2nd round of HRSA funding with expanded services • Applying for FQHC new start funding • Evaluating other grant opportunities • Expanding capacity at the local health department to continue services • Continuing to work with local providers

  10. Contact Information • Project Director: Jan Chamness, Public Health Director Montgomery County Health Department 117 Civic Center Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 Phone: 859-498-3808, Ext. 242 Email: janm.chamness@ky.gov

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