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New York State and Suffolk County Governments Place Trust in HRHCare to Fight Toughest Long-Term Health Challenges. Grant Will Fund Key Priorities for LI Communities.
Peekskill, NY – HRHCare, one of the largest federally qualified health center (FQHC) systems in the country, announced that it has received $43 million in new community health funding, including a $21.5 million grant from the State of New York’s Capital Restructuring Financing Program and Essential Health Care Provider Support Program and dollar-for-dollar matching from the Suffolk County Executive and Suffolk County Legislature. Both the state and local governments have prioritized community health services on Long Island, including service expansion proposals from HRHCare.
The funds, which were distributed as part of a $1.5 billion statewide grant to partners all over New York, will help HRHCare improve health care access and services at three of its facilities on Long Island. The facilities, located in Wyandanch, Patchogue and Brentwood, will use the grant to support HRHCare as it serves its patients and saves taxpayers money through its participation in New York State’s Delivery System Reform Incentive Program (DSRIP).
The selection of HRHCare for this grant is yet another testament to the unparalleled services it offers its patients on Long Island and around the state.
“Access to community-based health care can make all the difference for vulnerable New Yorkers. HRHCare is proud to be leading the way in our state as providers adjust to new, community-based health care delivery systems,” said Anne Kauffman Nolon, MPH, President and CEO of HRHCare. “I want to thank Governor Cuomo, County Executive Bellone, the Suffolk County Legislature, and the committed advocates in our state and local governments for entrusting us with the funds to continue delivering quality, affordable health care services to underserved populations in Long Island. These funds will make a big difference in people’s lives, and we are grateful for the Governor and County’s support as we improve efficiencies for our service populations.”
About HRHCare
Hudson River HealthCare (HRHCare) is a nonprofit, New York State licensed, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Founded 40 years ago to provide care to the medically underserved population of Peekskill, New York, HRHCare is now one of the nation’s largest community health providers. From the Capitol Region to the East-end of Long Island, HRHCare’s network of over 26 health centers provides affordable, accessible care to more than 135,000 patients. Our more than 200 primary care practitioners and 700 specialists and support staff have made HRHCare a destination for high-quality and compassionate care for all. In 2014, HRHCare saw a total of 480,000 patient visits across its facilities throughout New York State.
As HRHCare has grown it has retained its core values of community and compassion. Excelling in patient care, HRHCare provides comprehensive services to anyone who walks through our doors. HRHCare’s health centers provide primary and preventative treatment including adult and pediatric care; obstetrical and gynecological care; family planning; HIV counseling, testing, and referral; dental services; mental health counseling; nutrition counseling; podiatry; WIC services; health education; and a full complement of outreach, translation, transportation, benefits counseling and health insurance enrollment assistance.
HRHCare has a profound commitment to the communities it serves and works to improve community health through partnerships and collaborations with local community leaders, businesses, social service agencies, housing organizations, food banks, agricultural worker alliances and other local stakeholders. HRHCare believes if it wants to ensure quality care for its patients, it should ensure quality pay for its staff, which is why it provides a minimum living wage of $15 an hour for all employees.
For more information contact:
Elizabeth Kenigsberg
646.930.0222
