Indiana Rural Health Association

Online registration for the 2026 IRHA Annual Conference closes Wednesday, June 17 at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Don't miss your opportunity to join rural healthcare leaders, providers, policymakers, educators, and community partners from across Indiana on June 23–24 in French Lick for two days of learning, networking, and collaboration.

Learn more and secure your spot today: https://ow.ly/AUBh50Z6Gsy

Unlock your full potential when you quit

Unlock your full potential when you quit

Quitting smoking can boost your physical performance and enhance your ability to exercise. Get free counseling, a customized Quit Plan, and live coaching through Quit Now Indiana to support your quit journey. Call 1-800-Quit-Now or visit QuitNowIndiana.com for a fresh start.

🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️

Join our host Danielle Renckly for Episode 2 of the Rural Health Everywhere Podcast featuring Maggie Little, Senior Counsel, and Brian Heaton, Partner, with Krieg DeVault.

In this episode, they discuss key considerations for rural hospitals when compensating providers and share practical insights to help organizations stay compliant in an ever-changing regulatory environment.

🎧 Listen now: https://ow.ly/WuKr50Zbm8L

Free coaching and a customized Quit Plan

The benefits of quitting start just a few minutes after your last cigarette. After 20 minutes, your pulse returns to normal. Your risk of heart attack drops in just 72 hours. Discover the benefits of quitting for good with free support. Call 1-800-Quit-Now or visit QuitNowIndiana.com to get started.

Can the arts improve health outcomes for older adults? Join IRHA on Thursday, June 11 at Noon ET for a Lunch & Learn on the Indiana Arts Commission’s Lifelong Arts program, a replicable, evidence-based model designed to reduce social isolation, improve mental health outcomes, and strengthen community connections among older adults.

Learn how communities are leveraging local artists and community resources to build sustainable, cross-sector partnerships and expand arts-based programming in rural areas.

Free session, register now: https://ow.ly/yxba50Z6FFN

The 2026 IRHA Annual Conference is just around the corner, and we hope you'll join us June 23–24 in French Lick.

Designed for rural healthcare professionals, community leaders, policymakers, and partners, this year's conference offers valuable educational sessions, networking opportunities, and practical strategies to help strengthen rural health across Indiana.

If you haven't registered yet, now is the time! Explore the conference brochure and see what's in store: https://ow.ly/z2ev50Z6Gn8

Quit for a cause on World No To***co Day

Take a stand against to***co industry tactics. Join the global movement to quit ni****ne for 24 hours on May 31; then use that momentum to stay quit for good. Quit Now Indiana can support your quit journey with a personalized Quit Plan. Call 1-800-Quit-Now or visit QuitNowIndiana.com for more info.

Join us on June 2 at Noon ET for a Lunch & Learn exploring Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH)—an innovative model that empowers EMS providers to deliver proactive, patient-centered care beyond traditional emergency response and transport.

Learn how MIH is helping communities improve patient outcomes, reduce unnecessary hospital visits, strengthen care coordination, and address gaps in care—especially in rural areas.

Whether you're in EMS, healthcare leadership, public health, or community health, this session will provide valuable insights into the future of healthcare delivery.

Free session via Zoom.

Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/GNmf50Z5APz

If you’re joining us for the 2026 IRHA Annual Conference in French Lick, don’t forget to reserve your hotel room before the room block deadline on May 25, 2026.

Secure your stay, connect with rural health leaders from across Indiana, and be part of conversations shaping the future of rural healthcare.

Book your room before May 25: https://ow.ly/423S50Z2cQg

Join the global movement to quit to***co!

Join the global movement to quit to***co

There are so many great reasons to quit to***co — to improve your health, reduce your risk of disease, enhance your ability to exercise, and the list goes on. On May 31, put these reasons into action and commit to quit for good. Call 1-800-Quit-Now or visit QuitNowIndiana.com for free support.