Accomplishments
- Over 275 individuals assisted in reducing the risk of Metabolic Syndrome, which reduces their risk for chronic disease like diabetes, heart disease and stroke
- Collaborated with the Mercer County Health Department to update the Mercer County Tooth mobile and continues to work to expand access to oral health for individuals who may not have access to dental care or dental insurance
- Secured grants to support diabetes prevention, reduction and management and to expand the cardiac rehabilitation program and concussion testing at the Medical Center, Aledo
- Awarded over $125,000 to over 80 individual residents to secure their CNA and nurse scholarships to help nurses begin, continue or complete their nursing education which improves the quality of care and health outcomes for patients.
- Provided over $1,200,000 Medical Center, Aledo to maintain and enhance state-of-the-art facility and equipment
- Collaborates with community and nonprofit organizations for enhanced physical and mental wellness, supports improving physical activity, and provides programs to promote early cancer screening, education for cancer survivors, and provide farm safety education
- Invests in the most pressing health issues identified in the community to improve the health and wellbeing providing access to health care and reducing barriers in the Mercer County area.
