|
 |
哥伦布、匹兹堡及各地消息
|
| |
Governor DeWine Announces $64 Million to
Transform Children's Health Services
Across Appalachia
|
|
March 22, 2024
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today
announced dozens of transformational projects that will
significantly improve access to healthcare across many of Ohio's
Appalachian communities.
As part of the new Appalachian Children's Health Initiative, more
than $64 million in funding will be awarded to the Appalachian
Children Coalition to support the creation or expansion of
community- and school-based health clinics, the launch of
healthcare-focused workforce development programs, and more.
"Our vision for Ohio’s future is one where all Ohioans, no matter
where they are from, have the opportunity to live up to their full
potential," said Governor DeWine. "These projects will uplift and
empower the people of Ohio’s Appalachian region for generations to
come."
The funding will be divided among 28 projects that are expected to
impact 61,000 students and 375,000 residents across 20 Appalachian
counties. Partners include 34 school districts, a career technical
school, an educational service center, and 16 healthcare partners.
Expanded services will include comprehensive primary care, dental,
vision, and mental health services for children, families, and
communities.
“Expanding school-based healthcare is proven to significantly reduce
barriers to accessing essential health services, leading to improved
physical and mental health and academic outcomes for students,” said
Lt. Governor Husted. “These investments will deliver better life and
academic outcomes for students, benefiting families and the
community.”
The project will also establish workforce training partnerships
between schools and their associated health clinics to prepare the
next generation of Appalachian healthcare professionals.
MORE INFORMATION: Project Descriptions
“By addressing the holistic health needs of students and families,
this project exemplifies the transformative power of
community-driven solutions,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the
Ohio Department of Development. “I commend the Appalachian Children
Coalition and their partners for bringing together diverse
stakeholders to create a healthier future for Appalachian Ohio.”
Funding for the Appalachian Children's Health Initiative is being
awarded through the larger Appalachian Community Grant Program,
which is investing $500 million into Ohio's 32-county Appalachian
region. This unprecedented investment was spearheaded by the DeWine-Husted
Administration with support from the Ohio General Assembly. More
than $350 million in remaining funding will be awarded in coming
weeks to further revitalize the region and create an abundance of
new opportunities for future generations.
Approximately $80 million in Appalachian Community Grant Program
funding was previously encumbered to several shovel-ready projects
in March 2023 and for planning grants to cover costs associated with
project planning and design. The program is administered by the
Governor's Office of Appalachia within the Ohio Department of
Development. |
| |
| |
|
|
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
|