FARMINGTON — A community resource partnership established through an Access to Quality Care Planning Grant funded by the Maine Health Access Foundation is hosting informal discussions for residents to talk about their health care needs. The group would like to learn about the needs of the uninsured who seek a majority of their health care through the emergency room, and what individuals need to have a healthier life.
This group of individuals and organizations has been meeting to discuss ways to assist community members with better access and coordination of care, as well as connecting to local health and social service resources. As part of the planning process, the group is interested in learning what is keeping local residents from being healthier.
The goal of this initiative is to develop a plan to help local residents receive appropriate care for their health and well-being. The partnership has identified potential ideas to better assist local residents and is requesting input. One consideration is the possibility of establishing a community resource coordinator to assist residents in connecting to local services and providers to help improve their health and quality of life.
Community forums will be held from: 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 24 at the Mt. Blue Campus, room A140, across from the Main Office; 6-7 p.m. Thursday, June 25 in the Spruce Mountain High School library; and 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 at the Forster Memorial Building in Strong.
Two $50 gas cards will be raffled at each event as a thank you to participants for their feedback. RSVP is requested. Light refreshments will be available.
To RSVP or for individuals who are unable to attend an event, but would like to provide input through a survey contact Janis Walker at 207-779-2750 or jwalker@fchn.org.
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