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Tennessee Organizations

Alliant Health Solutions
A healthcare quality consulting organization that serves as the Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
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Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC)
A regional economic development agency that represents a partnership of federal, state, and local government. Supports the economic and social development throughout West Virginia and parts of 12 other states: Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Includes grants and funding, research, data, and maps.
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Cherokee Health Systems Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) (AHEC)
Strives to improve the supply and distribution of health care professionals, with an emphasis on primary care in urban and rural Tennessee. Serves as the AHEC regional center in both east and west Tennessee.
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Delta Regional Authority (DRA)
A federal-state partnership serving 252 counties and parishes in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee. Fosters local and regional partnerships that address economic and social challenges to strengthen the Delta economy and the quality of life for Delta residents.
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East Tennessee State University Center for Rural Health Research (ETSU Center for Rural Health Research)
Aims to improve population health in rural areas of Appalachia as well as nationwide. Focuses on research, community engagement, training, and policy.
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Rural Health Association of Tennessee (RHA of TN)
The Rural Health Association of Tennessee advocates and educates on rural health issues in the state.
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Rural Health Equity Research Center
One of the Rural Health Research Centers currently funded by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy. Focuses on the impacts of substance use disorder (SUD), access to healthcare and social services, and population health. A collaboration of the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Addiction Science Center, ETSU's Center for Rural Health Research, and the NORC Walsh Center for Rural Health Analysis.
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South Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC)
One of the telehealth resource centers funded by the federal Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT). Assists healthcare organizations, networks, and providers in the implementation of cost-effective telehealth programs to serve rural and medically underserved areas and populations. Includes Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
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Southeast Center for Agricultural Health and Injury Prevention (SCAHIP)
Works to address agricultural and forestry safety concerns across the Southeastern U.S. through data surveillance, outreach, and evaluation. A NIOSH Agricultural Safety and Health Center located at the University of Kentucky.
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Southeast Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center (ROTA-RC)
Offers evidence-based programming, resources, and trainings on rural opioid and stimulant use in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
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Southern Rural Development Center (SRDC)
Strengthens the capacity of the region's 29 land-grant institutions to address critical contemporary rural development issues impacting the well-being, including health and social services, of people and communities in the rural South. Serves a 13-state area in the Southern region which includes TX, LA, AR, OK, AL, MS, GA, FL, KY, SC, NC, VA, and TN.
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Tennessee Association of Community Action
Works to empower local agencies through advocacy, training, and the provision of technical assistance to promote self-sufficiency and personal growth in the individuals, families, and communities in Tennessee.
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Tennessee Center for Health Workforce Development (TRP)
Helps match primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dentists, and behavioral health professionals with rural and underserved Tennessee communities in need of a healthcare provider.
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Tennessee Department of Health
Works to improve the health of all Tennessee residents. Includes child nutrition and wellness, environmental health, health statistics, immunizations, rural health services, traumatic brain injury program, and vital records.
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Tennessee Department of Human Services
Provides human services for residents in Tennessee, including food assistance, Families First (TANF), child support, child care services, a community services block grant program, and rehabilitation services.
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Tennessee Hospital Association (THA)
Works to lead members in advocacy for and support of community-based hospitals and health systems and to assist them in delivering accessible, cost-effective, quality health services.
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Tennessee Office of Rural Health
Works to improve and enhance the accessibility, availability, and affordability of quality healthcare in Tennessee by creating a central focus and coordination of rural healthcare resources. A division of the Tennessee Department of Health.
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Tennessee Primary Care Association (TNPCA)
Improves access to primary healthcare for all Tennesseans, through leadership, advocacy, and support.
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Tennessee Public Health Association
Provides opportunities for health professionals in Tennessee representing diverse service areas to meet and share ideas in an effort to maintain high standards of quality in all aspects of public health.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Tennessee (HUD)
Works to increase homeownership, support community development and increase access to affordable housing. Provides information about HUD housing programs and local contacts for the state.
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USDA Rural Development Tennessee State Office
Committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural areas. The Rural Development State Office provides information about Rural Development programs and applications for financial assistance.
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Last Reviewed: 11/30/2022