Healthcentric Advisors

In recognition of National Nurses Week (May 6–12), we extend our sincere appreciation to the nurses who make a difference every day.

We are especially grateful for the incredible nurses on our team and the dedicated professionals we partner with across the care continuum (hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies, outpatient practices, etc.)—as well as the stakeholders who support and advance this work across the healthcare system.

Your expertise, compassion, and leadership are essential to improving quality, safety, and patient-centered care. Thank you for all that you do—this week and every week.

This , learn about different FDA-approved medications to treat alcohol use disorder at multiple different stages of recovery: samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/options samhsa.gov/substance-use/treatment/options/medications

After more than two decades of dedicated service, we are celebrating the retirement of Ronnie Rom, who has served as Massachusetts’ SHIP and Flex Coordinator since 2004.

Ronnie has been a steadfast leader and champion for rural health, working tirelessly to strengthen access, quality, and collaboration across the Commonwealth. For over a decade, Healthcentric Advisors has had the privilege of partnering with Ronnie, and her commitment, insight, and collaborative spirit have made a lasting impact on this work and the providers she has supported.

Her leadership has helped shape meaningful progress in rural healthcare, and her legacy will continue to influence this work for years to come.

Please join us in thanking Ronnie for her incredible contributions and wishing her all the best in this next chapter. Congratulations, Ronnie—we will miss working with you!

During Patient Safety Week, we recognize the important work happening every day to make care safer, improve outcomes, and build systems that better support both patients and those who care for them.

We’re proud to recognize the hospitals named to the 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎𝟎 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬, which honor outstanding performance based on the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®. 👏

𝐀 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬:
• Fairview Hospital (MA)
• Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (NH)
• Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital (NH)
• Nantucket Cottage Hospital (MA)
• Northwestern Medical Center (VT)

Full list: https://www.chartis.com/top-performing-rural-hospitals

𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝟐/𝟏𝟏 (𝟐𝟏𝟏 𝐃𝐚𝐲)!

Did you know you can dial 2-1-1 to connect with local resources like food assistance, housing support, utility help, mental health services, and more?

If you or someone you know isn’t sure where to start, 2-1-1 is a great first call. 💙 #211

📝 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 (𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐉): 𝑪𝑶𝑽𝑰𝑫 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒕 𝒐𝒏 𝑷𝒉𝒚𝒔𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒏 𝑬𝑯𝑹 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒍𝒐𝒂𝒅: 𝑨 𝑯𝒊𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝑬𝒑𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒄?

Congratulations to Healthcentric Advisors team members Jacqueline Haskell, MS, and Rebekah L. Gardner, MD, who are co-authors on this study examining physician EHR workload in relation to COVID-19 case rates.

Read the full publication (PDF):http://www.rimed.org/rimedicaljournal/2026/02/2026-02-60-study-hilliard.pdf

❄️ Snow Day Reminder: Shovel Smart

Winter storms mean more shoveling, but heavy snow and cold temperatures can put serious strain on the heart, especially for older adults or people with heart conditions.

Quick safety tips:
• Take breaks and go slow
• Push snow when possible
• Lift smaller loads
• Dress warm and stay hydrated
• Do not hesitate to ask for help

If you feel chest pain, dizziness, shortness of breath, or nausea, stop and get medical help right away.

Check in on older neighbors and family members too. Offering to shovel could make a big difference this winter. 💙

Stroke prevention and rapid response education saves lives—especially when outreach reaches the communities at highest risk. We encourage our Massachusetts partners to explore this opportunity for up to $15,000 to support collaborative stroke awareness projects.

Deadline: Feb 3, 2026 (5 PM)
Live Q&A: Jan 22, 2026 at 10:30 AM or 3 PM

Learn more/apply:

Stroke Public Awareness Collaboration Project - Borderland Partners Register for Q&A Webinar Apply Here! Eligibility Priority Populations Budget Application Process Timeline Questions Health care organizations, EMS providers, and community-based organizations throughout Massachusetts are eligible to receive funding to develop a Stroke Community Awareness Collaborati...

Long-term care teams are increasingly caring for residents living with substance use disorder (SUD). As the SAMHSA kicks off , it’s a timely reminder that long-term care teams need the training, tools, and technical assistance to provide consistent, person-centered care.

Together with our partners, Healthcentric Advisors is strengthening SUD care in long-term care across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Learn more: https://healthcentricadvisors.org/news/one-mission-three-states-strengthening-sud-oud-care-in-long-term-care/

One Mission, Three States: Strengthening SUD/OUD Care In Long-Term Care | Healthcentric Advisors As SAMHSA kicks off Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Month, it’s a timely reminder that recovery-informed care belongs in every care setting, including

January is . If it’s been a while since your last eye exam, consider using this month as your reminder to schedule one. Early detection can help protect long-term vision!