Thanks to All Attendees
Thanks, Sponsors!MRHA Conference 2022 was a huge success. A big thank you to all who attended, those who presented, our staff, partners, and sponsors.
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Join the new MRHA Community Platform!
The Missouri Rural Health Association has launched a new community platform to allow collaboration with peers to share strategic advice, solve challenges and develop new approaches. MRHA’s new platform also allows access to a plethora of resources, news and funding opportunities. MRHA’s communication pipeline provides individuals and communities with information and tools to understand health care issues and their role in shaping and improving their community. This exclusive platform is only available to MRHA members. Become an MRHA member.
Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program Offers support!
The Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program identifies the family’s needs and connects caregivers to personalized support resources. CCTRP offers caregivers free care consultations, customized in-home care assessments and training, tools to reduce stress, improve communication, make home safety improvements, and reimbursements for qualified respite-related expenses — up to $700 — among other free services. CCTRP helps caregivers provide the best quality of life possible for their loved ones, while reducing emotional and financial burdens.
Health News & Policy Updates
COVID-19 Vaccines Available for Ages 6 Months and Older
Customized Caregiver Training and Relief Program
Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Now Available.
Medicaid Expansion in Missouri
The rules have changed.
What We Do
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What Drives Us
Our Mission
MRHA’s mission is to safeguard and improve the health of rural Missourians. MRHA accomplishes its mission by engaging in partnerships and providing leadership on rural issues through advocacy, communication and education. Read our Title V Policy.
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Upcoming Events
Engaging Parents Around Pediatric Vaccines and Building Vaccine Confidence
Aug. 18, 2022. Join the digital dialogue to learn about new tools to help engage parents in this important conversation. Register here.
Exploring the Maternal Mental Health Hotline and 988 Crisis Hotline
Aug. 17, 2022. This webinar explores the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline, the 988 Suicide Prevention Crisis Lifeline, and opportunities for public health agency partnerships. Register here.
Farmworker Outreach Promising Practices: Lessons from the Field
Aug. 18, 2022. Experts will share outreach practices and key strategies around farmworker outreach practices. Presented in Spanish with interpretation in English. Register Today.
It's Time to Renew Your Membership!
Annual dues are now due. To get started, complete the MRHA membership renewal form. Renew, today.
A Message from Melissa VanDyne
Ready to Serve
How Can MRHA Help?
As MRHA’s executive director, my goal is to listen to concerns, ask questions and work with our board, partners, and members to help address community needs. I will work alongside community leaders and connect them with resources that make a positive impact. MRHA is here to help.
Let’s Work Together
There’s a renewed momentum behind MRHA that’s promoting growth. Whether it’s expanding service offerings, increasing integrated marketing efforts to promote the association or equipping our members with more resources, this momentum is sure and steady..