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Health Insurance Get Insurance! Southern Tier Health Care System (STHCS) has partnered with Healthy Community Alliance and the New York State Office of Rural Health to provide free health-insurance enrollment services to residents of the Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. This partnership is supported by the NY State of Health Marketplace which was created in response to the Affordable Care Act. Individuals, families and small businesses can explore their health insurance options, find out if they are eligible for tax credits and other financial assistance and enroll in a health plan that best fits their needs. A navigator can answer questions, identify required documentation, and assist with completing all components of the on-line application. Our goal is to help people access the health insurance they need to protect their health and wellness and that of their children and families. To schedule an appointment and learn more, please call Southern Tier Health Care System at 716-372-0614 ext. 201 or contact us. Required documentation for each applicant: Photo identification for primary applicant Projected total gross income (last 4 pay stubs or letter of verification) Tax Return Forms for previous year (if filed) Social Security Number for applicant and EACH household member Email Address Insurance card, cost and term date if ending (if currently insured) If any of the below changes occur, please be sure to contact your navigator immediately as your coverage may be affected: Change in income Change in employment Change in address Planning to move out of state Eligible for Medicare (on disability for more than two years) Turning 65 years old Marriage Divorce Pregnancy Adoption Losing health coverage To learn more about health plans offered in the New York State Marketplace Exchange Program, visit nystateofhealth.ny.gov Submit Client Referral

Nav Menu Cribs for Kids Apply now Safe sleep matters for babies. Each year 3,500 infants die suddenly and unexpectedly during sleep time. Sadly, most of these deaths are preventable. Many infant deaths are due to accidental suffocation or strangulation from unsafe sleeping environments. As part of our Safe Sleep Initiative, STHCS is working to prevent sudden unexpected infant deaths by spreading the ABCs of Safe Sleep and by serving as a Cribs for Kids® partner organization. If you are in need of a safe place for your baby to sleep and live in Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, or Allegany county, apply now! Thank you to the East Hill Foundation and the Dr. Lyle F. Renodin Foundation, a ministry of the Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, NY, for supporting our infant safe sleep initiative! Click here to download the Safe Sleep Posters! Partnership Cribs for Kids® Partnership The Cribs for Kids Program, administered by the Southern Tier Health Care System, is dedicated to providing free Pack ‘N Plays and essential baby safety items to expecting parents and caregivers in Allegany, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua counties. Aligned with the mission of Cribs for Kids®, a national organization striving to prevent infant deaths since 1998, our program addresses the tragic reality of 3,500 infants dying suddenly and unexpectedly during sleep each year. The majority of these deaths are preventable, often resulting from accidental suffocation or strangulation due to unsafe sleeping environments. STHCS has established relationships with local hospitals and health-care providers to identify families who are unable to afford a crib to provide a safe sleep environment for their baby. These families are referred to our organization which determines whether or not they qualify to receive a Graco® Pack n’ Play portable crib for their baby. Click Here for a List of Safe Sleep Ambassadors . For more information, please contact us .

Emergency Medicine Southern Tier Emergency Medical System (STEMS) is a program of Southern Tier Health Care System, Inc., and also an EMS program agency for the Southwestern Regional EMS Council (SWREMS). STEMS is responsible for researching and coordinating educational seminars to meet the needs of the EMS agencies in Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. We are contracted by the New York State Department of Health Bureau of EMS to provide a specific set of "deliverables," which are required goals for us to meet. STEMS also supports the Western Regional Medical Advisory Committee (WREMAC). Register Now Current Provider Resources Southwestern Regional EMS Council STEMS Monthly Minute Southern Tier EMT-B Academy WREMAC Regional Paramedic Program NYSDOH Division of EMS

Overdose Prevention Interested in Narcan Training? What is Narcan? Narcan (also known as Naloxone) is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opiate drug. Narcan blocks opiate receptors in the brain, stopping an overdose and restoring breathing within two to eight minutes. It gives those in danger of dying from an overdose the chance to get the treatment and services they need to survive. Important Information Cattaraugus County Treatment & Recovery Resources: Information about treatment, recovery and prevention resources in the Cattaraugus County region is available at www.recoveryincattco.org/ Prescription Drug Safety View Medication Drop Off Locations by County The Southern Tier Overdose Prevention Program is a community based opioid overdose prevention and Narcan distribution program supported by the New York State Department of Health. For more information please contact us.

Nav Menu Safe Kids Bike Helmet Program It is important to remember that kids should wear a helmet when riding a scooter, skating, skateboarding or biking. It is the single most effective safety device available to reduce head injury and death from bike crashes. Safe Kids Southern Tier New York (SKSTNY) is excited to announce that we are kicking off the Safe Summer Bike Helmets program in Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Chautauqua Counties. Local police departments and EMS agencies will be giving children a free bicycle helmet if they are seen riding without one or reward them with a $5 Amazon gift card if they are seen wearing a helmet while riding. If your child is in need of a helmet, please contact us at safekids@sthcs.org or call us at (716) 372-0614.

Nav Menu Safe Kids Upcoming Events Kids in the Kitchen In partnership with Feedmore WNY, this hands-on experience allows chefs to explore new recipes and ingredients in a safe, supervised setting. Children from the ages of 8-18 will have the opportunity to get creative in the kitchen, develop valuable cooking skills, and take home ingredients to make the recipes again. Don’t miss this fun and educational event that will inspire a love for cooking! Sign Up Babysitter Training This is a hands-on course designed for children ages 11to 18. After completing this course, students will receive a two-year CPR certification and be trained in basic first aid and choking relief. Class participants will learn how to care for infants and young children, communicate effectively with children, properly find babysitting jobs, recognize safety issues, and how to handle emergencies, students will also learn appropriate games, meals, and snacks for children. Sign Up

Caregiver Navigation New Client Form Providing care for a loved one can seem like an overwhelming task at times. This places new demands on your time and resources and can strain relationships. If you're new to caring for someone, one of the most challenging tasks can be figuring out what resources exist to help care for a loved one. The caregiver navigator at Southern Tier Health Care System can serve as a guide as you search for supports and services to help provide care for your loved one. The caregiver navigator will meet with you to determine what your needs are and will help connect you to existing community resources that can assist you. Southern Tier Health Care System offers free caregiver navigation services to help you identify which resources are best suited for your situation. Frequently asked questions General What does the Caregiver Navigator do? The STHCS Caregiver Navigator will work with you to determine the services you need & what you qualify for. The Caregiver Navigator will research the best options & give you a referral to fulfill the services needed, often saving you hours of research & frustration. What is a Caregiver? A Caregiver is a person who takes care of the needs or concerns of a person with short-term or long-term limitations due to disability, illness, or injury. This includes taking care of yourself. A parent, spouse, child, sibling, friend, or neighbor may also all be considered a Caregiver. What will it cost? The STHCS Caregiver Navigator services are 100% free. Costs for specific services you are referred to will be determined by the organization providing those services, but we will work with you to try to find the most cost-effective options that you are eligible for. What kind of service referrals can I ask for? There is no defined list of what you can ask for, but if you think it would be useful, feel free to talk to our Caregiver Navigator & we will see what we can do. Some examples of services might be finding a home health aide, transportation to appointments, meal delivery, medical supplies, or legal services. Can I ask for myself? Yes, if you are caring for yourself, you can work with the STHCS Caregiver Navigator directly to get referrals. For more information, please contact us.

Blood Drives Make An Appointment to Donate Blood Why Donate How To Prepare Pint For A Pint Accident and burn victims, people battling cancer, organ transplant patients, and those getting heart surgery, blood donation helps all of these patients and more. When you give with ConnectLife , you don’t just make a difference – you do it in your own community. All the blood that ConnectLife collects stays local, helping nearly every hospital in Western New York’s eight counties, including Olean General Hospital , maintain safe inventory levels. ConnectLife is the sole supplier of blood products for OGH. For every pint of blood donated, we save the lives of three of our neighbors! 1/1

Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Apply Now! Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) - Independent Contractor Job Summary: The primary function of the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) is to provide initial physical and behavioral assessment, clinical specimens, evidence collection, and intervention for victims of sexual assault. The SAFE assists in coordinating the provision of urgent medical evaluation, follow-up care, and crisis intervention resources. The SAFE also establishes and maintains clinical and legal records and chain of custody. In addition, the SAFE will provide testimony regarding assessment, evidence collection and handling, and documentation of findings in the examination of a victim who presents with the complaint of sexual assault. Education, Training, and Experience: The minimum qualifications include being a registered, certified, or licensed, as appropriate to practice as a nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or physician in NYS & perform within their statutory scope of practice. Also, having a minimum of one (1) year, full-time clinical post-graduate experience. Successful completion of the Sexual Assault Examiner training program and completion of clinical competence is required. Should possess strong communication skills. Must be a resident of WNY with a willingness to travel and have reliable transportation. Requirements: Current Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner, Physician or Physician Assistant licensed by New York State. Once certified, each SAFE is responsible for maintaining NYSAFE certification as set by NYSDOH. Perform exams and practice as a NYSAFE according to rules and regulations set forth by NYSDOH and STHCS. Attend all classes and complete all preceptorship requirements. Benefits: $300 compensation for each SAFE exam performed. $300 per year toward CME credits. Initial online training costs covered upfront. Certification through NYSDOH as a SANE-A. Paid malpractice coverage with a $1 million/$3 million limit. Helping those who are victims of sexual assault/rape in your community. For more information, please contact us .

Southern Tier EMT-B Academy Resources Below are the links to resources for students in our 2025 EMT-B Academy Prework Assignments/ Schedule Pearson eTextbook Prework trainings and paperwork: Hazmat Training FEMA ICS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command System FEMA IS-700: National Incident Management System, An introduction NYS Mandated Reporter Training DOH 3312 Student Health History Form NYS Practical Skills Exam Videos: PSE Station 1: Medical Assessment PSE Station 2: Trauma Assessment PSE Station 3: Cardiac Arrest Management PSE Station 4: Bag-Valve Mask Apneic with a Pulse PSE Station 5A: Upper Airway Adjuncts and Suction PSE Station 5B: Supplemental Oxygen Administration PSE Station 5C: Bleeding Control and Shock Management PSE Station 6A: Immobilization Skills- Long Bone PSE Station 6B: Immobilization Skills- Joint Injury PSE Station 6C: Immobilization Skills- Traction Splint

Current Provider Resources Request Copy of EMS Card DOH Inspection Prep Applications and Forms Public Access Defibrillation Education and Training EMS Agency Update Prehospital Care Reports Pediatric Safe Transport Annual Skills New or Returning Provider EMS Protocols Vital Signs Reimbursement

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