Illini Community Hospital - The Pike County Community Health Partnership (PCCHP)

What is it?

The PCCHP was created by the hospital and other health agencies to assess community health and wellness needs; to leverage the collective strength of multiple organizations addressing health, wellness and quality of life in the county; and to coordinate resources to deal with scarcities and eliminate duplication of efforts.

Who is it for?

Pike County residents.

Why do they do it?

Pike County is a rural county comprising 830 square miles. The PCCHP agencies found that they could accomplish much more together than individually.

Impact

During a community health needs assessment, dental health for children and public transportation were identified as priorities. The PCCHP sought and obtained funds to address those issues. The first Pike County public transportation system was implemented in January 2011, and two grants for a dental clinic were acquired.

Contact: Kathy Hull
Chief Executive Officer
Telephone: 217-285-2113
E-mail: khull@illinihospital.org