History of the Faith & Health Network Adapted from the Congregational Health Network in Memphis, TN

2004 Diminishing healthcare resources Significant chronic disease in a young population Establishment of an informal network to get health education

into the community via the church

2006 “Memphis Model” Largest known hospital/congregation relationship 10 Navigators 450 Congregations 600 Trained Liaisons 4000 Patients/year

Congregational Health Network Results

50% Decrease in mortality

20% Decrease in readmissions

$4 Million in savings

Challenges in Ector County

Leads the State of Texas in the top 10 leading causes of death Heart Disease Cancer: Colorectal, Breast, Lung Chronic Lower Respiratory Disease Accidents Cerebrovascular Disease Alzheimer’s Disease Diabetes Mellitus Influenza/Pneumonia Chronic Liver Disease/Cirrhosis Septicemia

*Congregation notification at the request of a member

*Provide health & wellness and resource information

*Contact person

*Share information & resources

*Encourage participation in wellness activities

*Inspire congregation members to join the Faith & Health Network

*Members of the congregation share information and resources with the community

Congregation

Healthcare

Community

Why Become A Member of the Faith and Health Network… Should you be admitted to Medical Center Hospital, at your request

we can assist you in notifying your congregation

If you need help with any resources, you have a contact person to support you

You will receive health & wellness information and community resource information on a regular basis

You are helping to promote wellness in your community as you also continue to share your faith with others

You will receive a folder with helpful information to get you started

With your membership card, you can receive benefits provided to you by participating local businesses

NO COST TO YOU

Sharing of Information Liaison Resource Guide

Community resources 211 Odessa Links Crisis intervention list Discounted medication lists Needymeds

Member Resource Guide

Asthma/COPD/Diabetes brochures Cancer fact booklet Community programs Community support groups Tobacco cessation brochures

Member Packets

FAST/Heart Attack/Heart Failure Magnet

SuperTracker Tips List of membership benefits FAQ’s MyMCHRecords Blood pressure tracking chart Blood sugar tracking chart Appointment form Medication record Daily weight record

ChallengesDoes being a member limit my options for

choosing a healthcare facility?

If I have a Faith and Health Network Card, will I get better service?

Length of time from presentation to member sign up

Liaisons must be medical personnel

Current Status

12 Congregations

19 Liaisons

293 Members

Questions?