TPCA will celebrate Kathy Wood-Dobbins on her retirement and recognize her 27 years of service to the Association at a reception on Thursday, May 24, from 4-7 p.m. (Central) at The Café at Thistle Farms, 5122 Charlotte Ave. in Nashville. Please RSVP to rhonda.keen@tnpca.org by May 15, 2018, if you plan to attend.

(from NACHC)

Today, more and more providers are relying on the long reach of technology to provide care to their patients. Telehealth is especially helpful in areas where people have limited access to health care services, whether the reason is lack of transportation or economic, cultural and/or linguistic barriers. The way it works is through telecommunication, some examples of which include live video, remote patient monitoring, and mobile health. Patients can get the care they need in the privacy and comfort of their own home.

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(from NACHC)

In an effort to help health center board members expand their understanding of various aspects of governance, the National Association of Community Health Centers presents an array of free webinars designed for Community Health Center board members and staff that work with or support CHC boards.

Upcoming webinars will focus on board succession planning (May 17) and an introduction to board service (a two-part series, May 30 and June 14). Click here for more details and registration information.