Hawaii State Rural Health Association

Hope/vaccine access - we are proud to spearhead the hawaii covid-19 vaccine access project, which is committed to promoting health equity and diminishing covid-19 related health disparities. We take ownership in utilizing community outreach workers to educate and assist people in getting vaccinated. We have established a public health workforce, which includes community health workers, patient navigators, and social support specialists, to proactively prevent and respond to covid-19. Our outreach strategy encompasses direct face-to-face communication with community members, helping them make vaccine appointments, find convenient locations, and addressing their transportation needs. We prioritize the well-being of vulnerable and underserved communities, including ethnic and racial minorities and those living in socially vulnerable areas, to proactively address persistent health disparities.

Touch - expands access to quality behavioral health and substance use disorder care services in rural hawaii communities through telehealth services, care coordination, community education, and recovery support.