Creating a more healthy,
equitable future

A renewed commitment to achieve zero health disparities

In 2023, the St. Louis Regional Health Commission and Alive and Well Communities announced an affiliation to advance health equity. The new organization, Community Health Commission of Missouri, is dedicated to eliminating health disparities by promoting equity-centered, trauma-informed care.

Our mission is to ensure that all community members have access to affordable, available, accommodating and acceptable healthcare and resources, particularly those historically marginalized or underserved.

While we create a new unified website that reflects our mission and meets the diverse needs of our users, we invite you to learn more about our vision, resources and programs.

How you can learn and make a difference

Training and Technical Assistance

Trauma and toxic stress impact individuals and communities at every level, with systemic inequities deepening their effects. Our Equity-Centered Trauma-Informed Training and Capacity Building program equips organizations with the tools to address both trauma and health inequities, ensuring that everyone is met with compassionate care and support. Check out our programs to advance your organization’s journey to becoming equity-centered and trauma-informed.

Policy and Advocacy

Our policy and advocacy efforts are key strategic priorities, which bolster our mission to improve access to health care, improve health outcomes, and eliminate health disparities. CHCM tracks legislative actions that could significantly affect health outcomes across Missouri and supports organizations in implementing trauma-informed policies to address institutional inequity. Learn about our efforts and sign up to receive updates on key legislation and regional advocacy opportunities.

Leadership

We can’t do this alone. Working alongside our Advisory Boards, we are able to receive direct input to our work and further identify the most important health issues in our communities. Whether a member on the Community Advisory Board, the Provider Services Advisory Board or the Patient Advisory Board, you can have your voice heard through your own experiences and expertise. Learn how you can become a part of this change.

Be in the know

CHCM continues to provide valuable evidence-based, collaborative, and person-centered information, data and resources to further our mission and equip our stakeholders to further disseminate what they learn to make a difference in their own communities.

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News

STL Regional Health Commission partners with Alive and Well

The St. Louis American highlights the partnership between RHC and Alive and Well Communities working to end health disparities across the state of Missouri.

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RHC Rebrands to Community Health Commission of Missouri

This new name reflects a broader commitment to promoting health equity throughout the state of Missouri.

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RHC Announces New Chief Executive Officer and Executive Board Chair

Effective May 22, 2024, Riisa Rawlins has been named as the Chief Executive Officer.

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