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Rural Roads- The RCORPodcast.

RCORP-TA and JBS International

  • 65: Get to Know Grantees: Baptist Health

65: Get to Know Grantees: Baptist Health

Tuesday 25th June 2024

Dive into Baptist Health's journey in Richmond, KY, as they expand behavioural health services and build community partnerships.
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Transforming Rural Healthcare: Baptist Health's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Baptist Health expanded from a small outpatient clinic to a robust behavioural health service line.
  • The Thrive Center provides inpatient psychiatric care for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
  • Community partnerships are crucial for improving access to care.
  • Breaking down stigma around substance use and mental health is essential.
  • Collaboration with local jails and court systems enhances support for individuals in need.
Recovery is not possible without addressing the humanitarian needs, right, of social determinants of health.
In this episode of Rural Roads - The RCORPodcast, the spotlight is on Baptist Health in Richmond, Kentucky, a HRSA RCORP Implementation III Grantee. Hosts Tim Raible and guest host Sue Gadacz from JBS International engage in a heartfelt conversation with Kaelan Arvin, Project Director, and Adam Harold, Community Liaison, to explore the impactful work Baptist Health is doing in their community.
From their beginnings as a small outpatient clinic to now offering a wide range of behavioural health services, including a new inpatient psychiatric hospital, the episode dives into the challenges and triumphs of expanding care for those with substance use and mental health disorders. Adam shares moving stories about breaking down stigma and building bridges between the healthcare system and individuals in need.
You'll hear about innovative programmes like the Thrive Center and the importance of community partnerships in creating a continuum of care. Whether it's collaborating with local jails or engaging with court systems, Baptist Health is making significant strides in improving access to quality care. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in how dedicated professionals are transforming rural healthcare through compassion and community collaboration.