Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. NATIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CHW) AWARENESS WEEK This summer brought big news for Community Health Workers…
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Creating a Healthier, More Equitable St. Louis
Together with our partners and in collaboration with our community, we’re working to reimagine a healthcare system that works equitably for all.
About the Integrated Health Network
We are a healthcare intermediary working to create the conditions necessary for a stronger, healthier region. See how we work to make safety net services more efficient, effective, and equitable for all St. Louisans.
Community at the Center
Access to quality healthcare is essential for physical and spiritual growth and wellbeing. That’s why we strive for quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services for all St. Louis residents, with an emphasis on communities that have been historically excluded.
“At the Integrated Health Network, we are often the patient’s strongest advocate. We are there when they need us.” – Joyce, Community Referral Coordinator
Our Impact
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patient encounters by Community Referral Coordinator (CRC) program since 2007
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unique clients served by Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce Partnership in 2022
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healthcare team members trained in trauma-informed care and anti-racism practices through EleVATE in 2022
On the Blog
Celebrating the Heart and Power of Community Health Workers – Unity Conference Debrief
by Atara Estes, ICHW-CSenior Community Health Worker (CHW) Strategist The Unity Conference was nothing short of extraordinary—a living testament to the vision, passion, and relentless dedication that Community Health Workers bring to our communities and to the mission of NACHW. CHWs are the bridge, the voice, and the heartbeat of the communities we serve. We…
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