On September 14, 2023, all 55 counties in WV will be hosting a Save a Life Day event. 2023 will be the first year that Ritchie County will participate, and Ritchie Regional Health Center is privileged to be a part of it.

In addition to Ritchie County’s Save a Life Day which will take place at the Harrisville Town Park (13 S Stout St. Harrisville) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., RRHC will also be represented at Pleasants County’s event which will take place at George Street Church of Christ (108 George Street St. Marys) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Free, lifesaving, Naloxone will be distributed and training on how to administer it will be available. We hope you can join us!
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For questions, please email Dominique Kirl ([email protected]).
#savealife #SaveaLifeAppalachia

With school in full swing and Labor Day right around the corner, we’d like to post about our locations’ current hours of operation. 

As a reminder, ALL RRHC Locations will be CLOSED on Saturday, September 2, and Monday, September 4.
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📍 St. Marys High School Wellness Center
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 855-552-8907

📍 Doddridge School-Based Wellness Center
Medical Hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dental Hours
Thursday: 8 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Phone: 304-873-0060

📍 West Union Campus
Medical Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Dental Hours
Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (limited services available)
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: Dental goes to the Doddridge Wellness Center
Phone: 304-873-1401

📍 Smithville Elementary Wellness Center
Monday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 681-408-2000

📍 Ellenboro School-Based Wellness Center
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 304-869-3650

📍 Jefferson Elementary Wellness Center
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 304-699-0506

📍 Parkersburg South Wellness Center
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: 304-699-0809

📍 Harrisville Campus
Monday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - noon
Phone: 304-643-4005

We’d like to thank everyone who was involved in our 2023 5K Walk/Run - Stepping on Hunger 🏃❤️🚶‍♀️❤️

We had 98 participants and raised over $8,700!! 
Stepping on Hunger wouldn’t be possible without all the participants, volunteers, and sponsors. We truly appreciate your support and feel privileged to be able to donate all the proceeds and non-perishable food items to local families in need!

1st Place Overall Male Runner: Nathan Cunningham
1st Place Overall Female Runner: Bentlee Williams
1st Place Overall Male Walker: Jason Mater
1st Place Overall Female Walker: Katherine Vickers

Special thanks to our sponsors: Ace Home Center; Alfab; Berdines Five & Dime; Doddridge Independent; Garrett Construction; Hall Drilling LLC; Intra-State Insurance; LabCorp; Long Reach; Morgan Stanley; Phillips Pharmacy; Pizza House; Ritchie Community Pharmacy; Ritchie Gazette; Sister Health Foundation; Troy Nonwovens LLC; Union Bank Inc.

August 11, 2023, is Health Center Staff Appreciation Day!

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication of not only our staff but those of health center employees everywhere! These incredible individuals are committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to everyone, regardless of their income or insurance status.

Health center staff are passionate about their work and make a real difference in the lives of their patients, especially in rural, underserved communities.

On this day, we want to say thank you to all the health center staff who work tirelessly to improve the health of our communities. You are the unsung heroes of the healthcare system!

Here are just a few of the things that health center staff do:

• Provide primary care services, such as checkups, immunizations, and medication management.
• Offer specialty care services, such as dental care, behavioral and mental health care, and substance abuse treatment.
• Provide preventive care services, such as screenings for cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
• Work with patients to manage chronic conditions.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.
• Advocate for patients' rights.

Community health center staff make a difference in the lives of millions of people every year. They help people stay healthy, get the care they need, and live better lives.

Thank you to all the health center staff who work so hard to make our communities healthier! 
#NHCW #NHCW2023 #hcstaffappreciationday

National Health Center Week - The Roadmap to a Stronger America 💪❤️

Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs).

NHCW is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 30 million patients across 14,500 communities annually. These not-for-profit organizations are driven by the mission to improve the well-being of the communities they serve. CHCs are particularly important for people who live in low-income communities or who have limited access to healthcare. They play a vital role in reducing health disparities and improving the health of our nation. Ritchie Regional Health Center (RRHC) is proud to be among them.

Here are some of the key benefits of CHCs:
• Increased access to care: CHCs are located in underserved communities, making it easier for people to get the care they need. They also offer a variety of payment options, so that everyone can afford to see a provider.

• High-quality care: CHCs provide high-quality care that is comparable to that of other healthcare settings. They also have a strong focus on preventive care, which can help to keep people healthy and avoid costly medical problems.

• Lower costs: CHCs are very efficient, which can save money for both patients and the government. They also provide a variety of preventive services that can help to prevent more expensive medical problems down the road.

• Community-based care: CHCs are embedded in their communities, which allows them to better understand the needs of their patients and provide culturally appropriate care. They also work to address the social determinants of health, such as poverty and lack of access to healthy food, that can contribute to poor health.

CHCs are a vital part of our healthcare system. They provide high-quality, affordable, and accessible care to millions of Americans. Supporting CHCs is of the utmost importance so that we can continue to provide essential services to their communities.
#NHCW #communityhealthcenter #NHCW2023