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CEO Update: September 6, 2024

9/6/2024

NYS 1115 Waiver

New York is launching a new program under its Medicaid Section 1115 Demonstration Waiver to bring together healthcare and social services with dedicated funding for the first time. The Western New York Integrated Care Collaborative (WNYICC) has been chosen as one of nine groups across the state to share $500 million over the next three years to create a Social Care Network (SCN) program. These SCNs will focus on meeting essential needs like nutrition, housing support, transportation, and case management for eligible Medicaid members. This effort aims to reduce health disparities and improve overall community health. STHCS is excited to join this effort and work with WNYICC on this project. We look forward to collaborating to make a lasting, positive impact on the health and well-being of our community.

Focus on Healthy Families Symposium

On September 17, the Focus on Healthy Families Symposium will take place in Ellicottville, focusing on Maternal and Child Health Improvement Strategies for a Post-Pandemic World. With featured speakers Dr. Catherine Vladutiu and Dr. Michele Lauria, this event offers valuable insights and strategies for improving maternal and child health. Supported by The Health Foundation for Western and Central New York, this symposium promises to be a great opportunity for learning and collaboration. We encourage you to attend or send staff to take advantage of this important event and its potential impact on our community’s health. If you are interested in attending, be sure to register by clicking here.

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CEO Update: August 30, 2024

8/30/2024

Jones Memorial – Silver Recognition

Jones Memorial Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Silver Recognition for the Get With The Guidelines® – Coronary Artery Disease Rural Recognition. This award acknowledges the hospital's commitment to providing timely, research-based care to patients experiencing ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), a particularly severe and dangerous type of heart attack.

I would like to recognize the hard work of everyone at Jones Memorial, with special mention of STHCS board member Sandra Watkins, VP of Patient Care Services/Chief Nursing Officer. This achievement reflects the dedication of the Jones Memorial staff to the Allegany County community.

Reminder: Office Closure for Labor Day

Our office will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. I hope you all have the chance to relax and spend quality time with your loved ones this weekend, especially as we prepare for the new school year. It's hard to believe my youngest son, Jacksen, is starting his senior year next week