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4 Powerful Ways CHWs Advocate for Health Equity

WebThe Economic Case for Community Health Workers Date posted June 23, 2023 New Morning On Demand Training Opportunities Date posted May 16, 2023

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Social Determinants of Health 101: Understanding the Basics

WebDuring the pandemic, community health care workers provided a bridge to care Date posted August 10, 2023 The Economic Case for Community Health Workers Date posted June 23, 2023

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Food Deserts in South Carolina

WebFood deserts are areas where people have limited access to a variety of healthy and affordable food. DHEC has identified food deserts in South Carolina and compiled them together in the SC Food Desert Map. Food Desert Map for South Carolina. The SC Food Desert Map helps partner agencies identify underserved areas with …

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The Crucial – and Overlooked – Roles of Community Health Workers

WebIn the United States’ ongoing effort to reduce health care disparities, community health workers are an underutilized and valuable resource. As health care companies, nonprofit organizations and government agencies work to expand access to care, it is important to understand how these professionals can help our communities.

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Reaching the Most Vulnerable

WebFifteen years ago, Julie Smithwick was a community health worker focused solely on new Latino mothers and families in South Carolina. Today, she directs a new center in the Arnold School of Public Health that’s training hundreds of community health workers who assist vulnerable populations with health and social needs ranging from …

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National Men's CHW Alliance

WebWelcome to the Men's National CHW Alliance page. This space is dedicated to addressing the unique health and well-being challenges faced by men in our communities. Recognizing the importance of tailored strategies and open dialogue, we offer resources, programs, and events aimed at empowering men to take charge of their health, mental well-being, and …

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Global Wishes for 2024

WebCommunity Health Workers (CHWs) are frontline public health workers with deep understanding of the communities they serve.Decades of research has documented the effectiveness of CHWs in addressing community health needs—especially in rural, impoverished, and other medically underserved areas—resulting in stronger health …

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Specialty Tracks

WebSpecialty Tracks are advanced courses designed for Community Health Workers (CHWs), crafted with input from CHWs to ensure the content is relevant and beneficial for their professional development. These courses, consisting of at least 16 hours, focus on advancing knowledge, experience, and expertise in a particular skill, topic, or population …

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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statics CHW Occupational Outlook

WebMedicare Webinar Recording and Slides Date posted April 22, 2024 Posted by Rashad Paige FREE Continuing Education for Community Health Workers Date posted April 16, 2024 Posted by Rashad Paige Educación continua GRATUITA para trabajadores de salud comunitarios Date posted April 16, 2024 Posted by Rashad Paige Ver en …

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Credentialing Information

WebThe South Carolina Community Health Worker Credentialing Council (SCCHWCC) was established in March 2019. It is comprised of representatives of SCCHWA, Community Health Worker Institute, SC DHEC, SC DHHS, SC AHEC, and BlueCross BlueShield of SC. SCCHWCC revised the Core Competencies and the process for training CHWs in South …

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Advancing Health Equity in South Carolina Conference

WebSouth Carolina State University’s Health Equity Research Training Center (HERT-C) will conduct its inaugural Health Equity Conference on Friday, April 19, at the university’s I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium.

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Family resource center opens in Orangeburg

WebThe South Carolina Office of Rural Health recently hosted a grand opening for a new Family Solutions Family Resource Center in Orangeburg. The FRC is a flexible, community and family focused hub for services and resources, a news release stated. The current resources available through FRC are SNAP, WIC mobile unit, mental health …

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Medicare Payable Health Equity Services for Community Health …

WebWebinar Learning Objectives: 1. Understand the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) health equity framework. 2. Identify the new billable services that address the health equity framework.

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Medicare Webinar Recording and Slides

WebApril 22, 2024. Posted By: Rashad Paige in CHW Resources. We're excited to share a valuable resource hosted by the CCHA on "Medicare Payable Health Equity Services for Community Health Workers (CHWs)." If you missed the live session on April 8th or wish to revisit the insightful discussions, we invite you to view the recorded …

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Recertification & Tiers

WebSouth Carolina Community Health Workers certified before January 1, 2023, need to be recertified by December 31, 2024. And you may submit CEUs gained since July 1, 2022. All others must apply for recertification by their certification's expiration date, three years from their Core Competency Certification date.

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6th Annual South Carolina Health Equity Summit

Web6th Annual South Carolina Health Equity Summit. Friday, April 12, 2024. 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EDT) DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbia, South Carolina. 2100 Bush River Road. Columbia, SC 29210-5656.

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