Missouri Selects 27 Hub Anchors for ToRCH Care Model; Awards $732k Maternal Health Grant
Key Questions
How many Hub Anchors has Missouri selected for the ToRCH Care model?
Missouri has selected 27 Hub Anchors as part of its ToRCH Care model, marking a shift from planning to regional execution. A total of 41 applications were received across all 27 hub areas, reflecting strong rural community engagement.
What funding was awarded to support maternal health in rural Missouri?
Missouri awarded a $732,000 grant to expand doula and Community Health Worker training for maternal health services in rural communities. This funding aims to improve access to care through targeted workforce development.
Which organizations are participating as Hub Anchors in the initiative?
Freeman Health System in Joplin, MO, has been selected as a Community Hub Anchor for the Rural Health Transformation Initiative. The selections support broader implementation of the ToRCH Care model across the state.
Missouri has officially selected 27 Hub Anchors for its ToRCH Care model, a major milestone transitioning from planning to regional execution. 41 applications across all 27 hub areas indicate strong rural engagement. Freeman Health System selected as Hub Anchor for southwest Missouri, partnering with Mercy Joplin, CoxHealth, JRAHC; hiring Hub Coordinator. Additionally, a $732k doula/CHW training grant was awarded to expand maternal health services in rural communities. These are concrete implementation signals for stakeholders tracking partnership opportunities.