Rural Community Health Outreach Partnership

Supporting rural communities through health education, family resources, and initiatives that strengthen connection, belonging, and community capacity.

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Impact

Funded Since: 2021 | Total Funding: $700,000

Funding Sources: USDA National Institute of Food & Agriculture, Rural Health & Safety Program

Outcomes

Rural Community Health Outreach Partnership (RCHOP) continues to expand its reach and strengthen engagement across Missouri communities. Building on its early impact, the program now supports families and youth across more than nine Missouri counties, creating opportunities for continued growth, connection, and participation.

Outreach Purpose

Rural Community Health Outreach Partnership (RCHOP) is a collaboration between Community Health Engagement & Outreach (CHEO) and Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) designed to provide resources to rural communtities via health and family life education.

More Information

Previous grants within this program focused on (a) reducing opioid misuse by targeting youth life skills, family strengthening, and community support; and (b) increasing resilience and health equity for underserved populations in rural areas by providing trauma-informed educational resources and additional supports for community capacity.

Program Contact

Dr. Kale Monk

monkj@missouri.edu

573-882-1302

104 Gwynn Hall, Columbia MO 65211


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