Our Mission

Advance the health and well-being of rural people and communities

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Areas of Focus

Advocacy

Bringing awareness to the unique needs facing rural communities.

Education

Building knowledge, skills, and confidence through a range of community health interventions and educational programs.

Food

Supporting programs and policies that bridge connections between local agriculture, food access and healthcare.

Transportation

Improving transportation access and coordination in South Central New York.

Well-being

Enhancing service planning and assessment, policy implementation, and program evaluation through coordination and collaboration.

"My VISTA experience showed me the importance and impact that programs and initiatives like those at Rural Health Network can have on individuals and communities."

-Caroline Russo
AmeriCorps VISTA Member 2016-2017

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Our Impact

$1,082,270

Rural Health Network invested a total $1,082,270 in the local economy through direct purchasing — a 29% increase from last year.

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4,402

Getthere mobility management cases through Connection to Care (CTC)

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70%

of people served by Northern Broome CARES were over age 70 in 2022

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400+

patients prescribed fruits and veggies through our Produce Prescription Program

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Rural Health Network of South Central New York

3 days ago

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Rural Health Network of South Central New York

5 days ago

Monday marks the 54th annual observance of Earth Day! This year’s theme, “Planet vs. Plastic” advocates for the widespread awareness of the health risks of using plastic items and most importantly, the importance of ending plastic pollution. Plastic can release toxic chemicals into our food and drinks, affect the air we breathe, and pose a huge threat for our health. To save our environment, we can work together to decrease the amount of plastic pollution and improve our air quality. To read more on how you can help save our planet, visit the sites below: buff.ly/3TSJbIhbuff.ly/3TSJbYN ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

Join us in the development of a new training series, Ready for Weather. Respond to our brief survey to express interest in joining a focus group. buff.ly/4aRSPlg ... See MoreSee Less

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Rural Health Network of South Central New York

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Rural Health Network is grateful to have dedicated and engaged board members. We will continue to spotlight our board members periodically. This week, meet Lynne Esquivel!Lynne has a Bachelors Degree in Social Science and a Masters in Public Administration in Health Policy from Binghamton University. Lynne retired from her position as a Project Manager, HEALing Communities Study at Broome County Mental Health (BCMHD) in 2021. Prior to working at BCMHD, she worked for General Electric/Lockheed Martin for 22 years. Her last position was as a Performance Manager for the CH60 Navy Helicopter Program.After having lived in Broome County for a few years in 1980’s, she moved to Tioga County to raise her 2 daughters who both graduated from Binghamton University. Lynne has been Town of Owego Planning Board Member for the last 10+ years, reflecting her interest in working to promote a healthy thriving community.Lynne said, “I am proud to sit on the Board for the Rural Health Network of South Central New York. I knew about the Network from my previous position with BCMHD; but, I had no idea the complete range of programming they offered to rural communities. It’s a gold mine of an agency and I appreciate the opportunity to serve on a Board that is committed to addressing the disparities that rural areas face." ... See MoreSee Less

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