Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: Rockbridge Area Health Center
\nLegal Name (if Different): Rockbridge Area Free Clinic
\nAlso Known As:
\nMailing Address: 25 Northridge Lane
\nCity: Lexington
\nState: Virginia
\nPostal Code: 24450
\nMain Phone: 5404648700
\nMain Fax: 5404641323
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.rockahc.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 54-1642220
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(C)(3)<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: February 17, 2025
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: School-Based Health Centers Deliver Access to Care
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Rockbridge Area Health Center\u2019s (RAHC) School-Based Health Centers (SBHC) provide accessible, high-quality medical and behavioral health care to students in Rockbridge County Public Schools. By integrating healthcare services directly into the school setting, SBHCs remove barriers such as transportation, cost, and time away from class, ensuring students receive the care they need to thrive academically and personally.<\/p>\n
SBHCs offer preventive and acute medical care, chronic disease management, immunizations, wellness exams, and behavioral health services, including counseling and mental health support. These services address the growing need for comprehensive healthcare in schools, especially for underserved and at-risk students. By improving access to care, SBHCs help reduce chronic absenteeism, enhance student well-being, and support academic success.<\/p>\n
RAHC\u2019s SBHC initiative is committed to expanding its reach by increasing provider capacity and behavioral health resources. With additional funding, the program will add an advanced practice provider and a behavioral health specialist to serve more students efficiently. This strategic expansion ensures that students receive timely, high-quality care, reducing long-term health disparities and fostering a healthier school community.<\/p>\n
Through collaboration with school administrators, families, and community partners, SBHCs create a sustainable model for school-based healthcare, demonstrating the critical role of integrated health services in student success.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $700,000 <\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Virginia Health Care Foundation, $170,000 per year for 3 years. <\/p>\n
Project Duration: Project is ongoing. Funding is based on the school year.
\nGeographical Area Served: Rockbridge County and Lexington, Virginia
\nAge Group To Be Served: PreK-12<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
\nContact First Name: Patricia
\nContact Last Name: Cook
\nContact Title: Director Of Development
\nContact Phone: 5404648700
\nContact Email: pcook@rockahc.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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