National Health Center Week
August 10 - Children’s Health Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that more than 8.8 million children in the United States get their primary health care from a Community Health Center like Ko'olauloa Health Center?

Without a doubt, the timing of National Health Center Week lends itself well to engaging the youngest members of our communities as they prepare to return to school. From well-child checks to book drives to fun runs, health centers host events that will help children feel healthy, happy, and empowered now and in the future.

Today we celebrate the health of our youngest members.

Mahalo!

#NHCW #NationalHealthCenterWeek #koolauloahealthcare #koolauloahealth #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that the incredible value Community Health Centers like Ko’olauloa Health Centers bring to their patients and communities is rooted in the diligent work of nearly 285,000 staff and volunteers across the United States. All KHC staff members are deeply committed to the Community Health Center mission to provide high-quality health care services to all people, regardless of income or insurance status. Additionally, the health center workforce contributes to billions of dollars in economic activity generated in communities where health centers are located. All of us at KHC are grateful for Community Health Center staff and volunteers, today and every day!

#nationalhealthcenterweek #fqhc #staffappreciationday #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealth

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Did you know that thanks to a continuous emphasis on delivering patient-centered care that results in positive outcomes, Community Health Centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center have received bipartisan political support for more than 50 years. Although the Health Center Program originated at the federal level, widespread legislative support for Community Health Centers exists across state and local governments here in Hawaii as well. Building a stronger, more sustainable Community Health Center movement is dependent upon continuous engagement with stakeholders at all levels of policy. Today we would like to our show gratitude appreciation for all elected officials and their legislative staff who support KHC!

Mahalo!

#nationalhealthcenterweek #healthcenterweek #fqhc #koolauloahealthcenter

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Its Wednesday, 8/7 – Patient Appreciation Day

For the first time in history, Community Health Centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center served more than 30 million patients in 2021. A legacy of more than 60 years in the making, the Community Health Center movement began as a journey of building power among people within their unique communities. Today, Community Health Centers represent the largest network of primary care providers in America. Community Health Centers serve 1 in 11 people in the U.S. including:

1 in 9 children and adolescents
1 in 7 racial and ethnic minorities
1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries
1 in 5 uninsured persons
1 in 3 people in poverty

Additionally, federal policy requires that at least 51% of Community Health Center board members be patients of the health centers they represent. Consumer board members volunteer their time and expertise to be a voice for others who are served by the health center in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status.

Today we celebrate the patients and community board members who keep Community Health Centers accountable for meeting the needs of local communities. Mahalo!

#NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #northshorehealthcare #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare

Aloha 'Ohana!

Did you know that the 2024 year marks the 62nd anniversary of the passage of the Migrant Health Act, the landmark agreement that sowed the seeds for what would later become the Community Health Center Program.

Community health centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center serve approximately 20% of the estimated 4.5 million Agricultural Workers in the United States. Health center staff members, community health workers, clinicians, executives, consumer board members, and Ag worker advocates have come together to develop more effective strategies to increase access to care for migratory and seasonal agricultural workers and their families through the Ag Worker Access Campaign.

The Ag Worker Access Campaign was launched in 2015 in partnership between the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH). The Campaign’s goal is to increase the number of Agricultural workers and their families served in health centers to 2 million. Migrant Health Program grantees and community health centers, in general, are critical to ensuring access to quality primary and preventive care for patients who might otherwise go without care.

Join us in celebrating this milestone anniversary and Agricultural Worker Health focus day!

#NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauluahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth

Aloha ‘Ohana,

Here are just a few reason’s why all of us at Koʻolauloa Health Center are proud to be a part of one of the nation’s largest healthcare provider networks, providing high-quality primary healthcare services to over 31.5 million Americans each year. 

#nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauloahealthcenter #imua

Aloha ‘Ohana,

This coming week is National Health Center Week 2024. Each day starting tomorrow, we will highlight the services that federally funded community health centers like Ko’olualoa Health Center provides. These programs are a lifeline to over 30 million Americans nationwide - providing affordable access to quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services, which save lives.

All of us at KHC are proud to be a member of this important network of FQHCs that devote themselves to the well-being of their patients in their respective communities. We are looking forward sharing more over the coming week.

#nationalhealthcenterweek #fqhc #federallyqualifiedhealthcenters #koolauloahealthcenter

National Health Center Week
August 12 - Children’s Health Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that more than 8 million children in the United States get their primary health care from a Community Health Center like Ko'olauloa Health Center?

Without a doubt, the timing of National Health Center Week lends itself well to engaging the youngest members of our communities as they prepare to return to school. From well-child checks to book drives to fun runs, health centers host events that will help children feel healthy, happy, and empowered now and in the future.

Today we celebrate the health of our youngest members.

#NHCW #NationalHealthCenterWeek #koolauloahealthcare #koolauloahealth #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth#laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth

National Health Center Week

August 10th - Health Center Staff Appreciation Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

The incredible value Community Health Centers bring to their patients and community is because of the diligent work of health center staff and volunteers – individuals who are committed to providing high quality care to patients in need.

Ko’olauloa Health Center staff and volunteers are dedicated to the Community Health Center Movement. Today we celebrate all of our dedicated staff and volunteers!

#NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth #laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth

Wednesday, 8/9 – Patient Appreciation Day

For the first time in history, Community Health Centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center served more than 30 million patients in 2021. A legacy of more than 60 years in the making, the Community Health Center movement began as a journey of building power among people within their unique communities. Today, Community Health Centers represent the largest network of primary care providers in America. Community Health Centers serve 1 in 11 people in the U.S. including:

1 in 9 children and adolescents
1 in 7 racial and ethnic minorities
1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries
1 in 5 uninsured persons
1 in 3 people in poverty

Additionally, federal policy requires that at least 51% of Community Health Center board members be patients of the health centers they represent. Consumer board members volunteer their time and expertise to be a voice for others who are served by the health center in terms of race, ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status.

Today we celebrate the patients and community board members who keep Community Health Centers accountable for meeting the needs of local communities. Mahalo!

#NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #northshorehealthcare #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare

Aloha 'Ohana!

Did you know that the 2023 year marks the 61st anniversary of the passage of the Migrant Health Act, the landmark agreement that sowed the seeds for what would later become the Community Health Center Program.

Community health centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center serve approximately 20% of the estimated 4.5 million Agricultural Workers in the United States. Health center staff members, community health workers, clinicians, executives, consumer board members, and Ag worker advocates have come together to develop more effective strategies to increase access to care for migratory and seasonal agricultural workers and their families through the Ag Worker Access Campaign.

The Ag Worker Access Campaign was launched in 2015 in partnership between the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH). The Campaign’s goal is to increase the number of Agricultural workers and their families served in health centers to 2 million. Migrant Health Program grantees and community health centers, in general, are critical to ensuring access to quality primary and preventive care for patients who might otherwise go without care.

Join us in celebrating this milestone anniversary and Agricultural Worker Health focus day!

#NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauluahealthcenter #koolauloahealthcare #northshorehealth #kahukuhealth#laiehealth #hauulahealth #kaaawahealth

Monday, August 7 - Health Care for People Experiencing Homelessness Day

Although all Community Health Centers provide care to vulnerable people in their communities – including some experiencing homelessness – more than 200 organizations receive targeted funding from the Health Care for the Homeless (HCH) program to meet the needs of those living without stable housing. Collectively, Community Health Centers, like Ko’olauloa Health Center, serve nearly 1.3 million individuals experiencing homelessness each year, a vast majority of whom seek care from HCH grantee organizations.

People who experience homelessness endure higher rates of chronic and acute disease, behavioral health conditions, and other needs that make them vulnerable to poor health, disability, and early death. HCH programs provide high-quality, comprehensive primary and behavioral health care, case management, and other supportive services to meet the needs of people who lack stable housing. Services focus on trauma-informed care practices that provide healing, choice, safety, and trust while empowering individuals as advocates in their own care.

The National Health Care for the Homeless Council works to improve the delivery of healthcare services to people experiencing homelessness by providing comprehensive technical assistance and advocacy support to HCH grantees. National Health Center Week is a time to honor and celebrate the work being done at HCH organizations and to advocate for policies that end homelessness by providing comprehensive housing as a basic human right.

#HCH #NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #koolauloahealthcenter #northshorehealthcare #kahukuhealthcare #laieahealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare

Aloha ‘Ohana!

This week is National Health Center Week (NHCW). National Health Center week is an especially inspiring time for community health centers across the nation. Every year during the second week of August, we honor the mission, staff, partners and daily work of community health centers. Ko’olauloa Health Center considers it a privilege to provide health services to all of our patients in the Ko’olauloa area of Oahu!

Mahalo from everyonel at KHC!

#koolauloahealthcenter #koolauloahealth #NHCW #nationalhealthcenterweek #kahukuhealthcare #laiehealthcare #hauulahealthcare #kaaawahealthcare

National Health Center Week - Children’s Health Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that more than 8 million children in the United States get their primary health care from a Community Health Center. Without a doubt, the timing of National Health Center Week lends itself well to engaging the youngest members of our communities as they prepare to return to school. From well-child checks to book drives to fun runs, health centers host events that will help children feel healthy, happy, and empowered now and in the future.

Today we celebrate the the health of our youngest members.

#bewell
#staywell

National Health Center Week - Health Center Staff Appreciation Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

The incredible value Community Health Centers bring to their patients and community is because of the diligent work of health center staff and volunteers – individuals who are committed to providing high quality care to patients in need.

Ko’olauloa Health Center staff and volunteers are dedicated to the Community Health Center Movement. Today we celebrate all of our dedicated staff and volunteers!

#bewell
#staywell

National Health Center Week - Stakeholder Appreciation Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Health centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center have a proud tradition of support from both sides of the political aisle. The ongoing bipartisan support that Ko’olauloa Health Center receives continues to be beneficial for advocacy and policy priorities for our community. Today we celebrate all who support us!

#bewell
#staywell

National Health Center Week: Patient Appreciation Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that by law, Community Health Center boards must be comprised of at least 51% community members. Community board members are individuals who live in the community served by the health center, are patients, and represent others who are served by the health center in terms of demographics such as race, ethnicity, and gender. The model works because it ensures that patients represent the needs and voice of the community.

Today, we celebrate patients and community board members who keep health centers accountable and abreast of community needs!

#Newell
#staywell

National Health Centers Week - Agricultural Worker Health Center Day

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the passage of the Migrant Health Act, the landmark agreement that sowed the seeds for what would later become the Community Health Center Program.

Community health centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center serve approximately 20% of the estimated 4.5 million Agricultural Workers in the United States. Health center staff members, community health workers, clinicians, executives, consumer board members, and Ag worker advocates have come together to develop more effective strategies to increase access to care for migratory and seasonal agricultural workers and their families through the Ag Worker Access Campaign. The Campaign was launched in 2015 in partnership between the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the National Center for Farmworker Health (NCFH). The Campaign’s goal is to increase the number of Agricultural workers and their families served in health centers to 2 million. Migrant Health Program grantees and community health centers, in general, are critical to ensuring access to quality primary and preventive care for patients who might otherwise go without care.

Join us in celebrating this milestone anniversary and Agricultural Worker Health focus day!

#bewell
#staywell

National Health Center Week - Health Care for the Homeless Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!

Did you know that collectively, health centers like Ko’olauloa Health Center serve 1.3 million individuals experiencing homelessness each year, with about 1 million of these individuals served by the 300 health centers that receive HCH funding?

People who experience homelessness incur a number of health issues on the streets or in shelters, and being without housing can exacerbate current health conditions. People without homes endure higher rates of chronic and acute disease, behavioral health conditions, and other needs that make them particularly vulnerable to poor health, disability, and early death.

Ko’olauloa Health Center provides high-quality, comprehensive primary and behavioral health care, case management, outreach, and other supportive services to meet the needs of people experiencing homelessness in our community. Due to the nature of homelessness, services are intentionally provided in trauma-informed ways that provide healing, choice, safety, and trust while honoring consumers as partners in care and experts in their own lives.

National Health Center Week is a time to honor and celebrate the work being done at health centers and to advocate for policies that end homelessness by providing comprehensive housing and health care as a human right.

#bewell
#staywell

National Health Care Center Week: Public Health in Housing Day

Aloha ‘Ohana!
In today’s value-based care environment, organizations are accountable for improving health outcomes and lowering costs. To achieve these goals and succeed in such an environment, organizations need to better understand their patients to address both their clinical and non-clinical needs and impact the root causes of health, including patients’ health behaviors, health outcomes, and health costs.

The social determinants of health (SDH) are the conditions in which people live, work, play, and age. They can encompass socioeconomic conditions, environmental conditions, institutional power, and social networks. At Ko’olauloa Health Center we take time to understand our patients’ social determinants. This helps us transform care with integrated services to meet the needs of our patients, address their social determinants of health, and demonstrate the value we bring to patients, communities, and payers. Photo credit: Hawaii Reserves, Inc.

#bewell
#staywell