Medical treatment will be delivered to more low-income communities and to elderly residents unable to travel for medical attention. As CHS member-facilities focus on essential needs in their communities, they also look for a senator or congressman who will take on the quest for funding. The federal government is an intricate labyrinth of bureaus, agencies and departments. Available money lurks in unexpected places. Funds for health-related programs may come from sources as varied as the Department of Justice and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Partnerships brings results.
Our CHS members unite with local organizations and individuals. Together they connect with government officials who know the ins and outs of bureaucracy and budgets. Below are some of those results. The Lourdes Health Network has long been dedicated to reaching the medically under-served population of its surrounding communities. A number of areas, including rural farming regions, are lacking in the basics of primary care services.