Center for Excellence in Rural Health

Kentucky Office of Rural Health

The Kentucky Office of Rural Health (KORH) established in 1991 is a Federal/State partnership, authorized by Federal Legislation. The mission of the KORH is to support the health and well-being of Kentuckians by promoting access to rural health services. The program provides a framework for linking small rural communities with local state and federal resources while working toward long-term solutions to rural health issues. The KORH assists clinicians, administrators and consumers find ways to improve communications, finances and access to quality health care while insuring that funding agencies and policy makers are made aware of the needs of rural communities.

The core functions of the KORH are as follows:

• Collection and dissemination of information
• Coordination of rural health resources and activities statewide
• Provision of technical assistance
• Encourage recruitment and retention of health professionals in rural areas
• Participate in strengthening State, local and Federal partnerships

KORH LINKS

• About
• Staff
• Programs
• Partners
• Links
• Publications/Resources

For more information contact:
 
Larry J. Allen, Director
Kentucky Office of Rural Health
750 Morton Blvd.
Hazard, KY 41701
606-439-3557
800-851-7512
lalle2@email.uky.edu