National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC)

More than eight months after Hurricane Helene, Community Health Centers like Mountain Community Health Partnership in western North Carolina are still on the front lines of recovery. Even after losing one of their sites to floodwaters, they continued delivering care, proving once again that Community Health Centers are anchors in their communities. 🔗 Check out #CommunityHealthForum, the online magazine that’s part of a joint editorial initiative between NACHC and Direct Relief, to read how this Community Health Center adapted, cared for patients in crisis, and is building back stronger: https://bit.ly/3ZjtQEb #ValueCHCs

📢 NACHC Members: Funding Opportunity for Mobile Units! The Leon Lowenstein Foundation and Direct Relief are offering ten $20,000 grants to support mobile health units at Community Health Centers. Eligible NACHC members can apply under one of three tracks: 1️⃣ Staff training 2️⃣ Outreach 3️⃣ Technology or operations expansion 🗓️ Apply by June 23, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET 🔗 Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4kDX7BW #MobileHealth #ValueCHCs

"Because community health centers, including the Wright Center, serve a large portion of Medicaid patients, any cuts to Medicaid funding could seriously jeopardize the primary care safety net and limit access to care for those folks." – Aimee Wechsler, Director of Government Affairs, Wright Center, discussed the impact proposals to change Medicaid could have on her health center.    Community Health Centers, like The Wright Center for Community Health in Pennsylvania, care for thousands of people who rely on Medicaid for coverage.    Read more about what’s at stake in Pennsylvania and across the country 🔗 https://bit.ly/3FytWBh. #ValueCHCs #MedicaidMatters #ProtectMedicaid  

Congratulations to these Community Health Centers for achieving new or upgraded Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) status! Over 145 health centers nationwide are now proudly certified ACEs. 🎉👏 #ValueCHCs Learn more about the ACE program and apply here: https://bit.ly/3D7f9Zd

Why is Medicaid so important to communities? Millions of people get health insurance through Medicaid, allowing them to stay healthy and keep their lives on track. This story from HealthFirst Bluegrass Inc. in Lexington, KY underscores how critical Medicaid is to real people in real communities. Visit nachc.org/medicaid to learn how you can advocate for this vital program. #MedicaidMatters #CommunityHealthCenters #ValueCHCs

What happens if Medicaid is cut or eligibility is reduced? “You’re talking about worse health outcomes, more (emergency department) visits, people who are just opting out of care generally, because they don’t want to deal with the red tape,” Jeron Ravin, JD, president and CEO of Swope Health Swope Health and member of the NACHC Board of Directors told The Beacon. Swope is a Community Health Center serving both Missouri and Kansas communities. https://lnkd.in/eE7aM9Gz

🎉 NACHC’s success is driven by the incredible dedication and talent of our staff. Please join us in celebrating the April and May work anniversaries of our amazing colleagues! Their commitment helps turn our mission into impact every single day. 👏 Thank you for all you do to support Community Health Centers and the people they serve! #WorkAnniversary #CommunityHealthCenters #ValueCHCs

Congratulations to these Community Health Centers for achieving new or upgraded Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) status! Over 140 health centers nationwide are now proudly certified ACEs. 🎉👏 #ValueCHCs Learn more about the ACE program & apply here https://bit.ly/3D7f9Zd.

On the scene at #NatCon25! In honor of Mental Health Month, we’re spotlighting two powerful sessions featuring NACHC staff at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing’s National Conference (NatCon), focused on the intersection of primary care and mental health. Dr. Luis Padilla, NACHC’s Chief Health Officer, presented innovative models for integrating mental health into primary care at Community Health Centers, highlighting partnerships that improve outcomes and expand access. Erin Prendergast, NACHC’s Deputy Director of Federal Policy, joined a panel on building effective partnerships between Community Health Centers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs). Community Health Centers are leading the way in expanding access to mental health care, because mental health is essential to overall health. .📸 Check out our staff in action! #MentalHealthMonth #PrimaryCare #CommunityHealthCenters #ValueCHCs

One in 10 Americans relies on Community Health Centers for primary care—and now a record number of lawmakers want to ensure that care continues. 288 House members—the most in at least a decade—and 57 senators signed letters requesting robust fiscal year 2026 funding for Community Health Centers. “Each year health centers save the overall health system billions by reducing the burden of chronic disease through prevention and early intervention,” lawmakers wrote. 🔗 Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/3SUU5wZ #ValueCHCs #PrimaryCare #CommunityHealthCenters