Rural workforce development resources related to rural health and human services, with information provided by the Rural Assistance Center Copyright 2009 Rural Assistance Center http://www.raconline.org/info_guides/workforce/ HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced awards totaling nearly $1.2 million to help health professions faculty from disadvantaged backgrounds repay their student loans. The funds are part of $500 million appropriated to HHS Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) to address workforce shortages and encourage greater diversity in the health professions. http://www.raconline.org/news/news_details.php?news_id=12573 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:42:14 CST http://www.raconline.org/news/news_details.php?news_id=12573 Provides free access to the most recent resources on the nations health workforce in one easy-to-use online location. Operated by the Center for Rural Health at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and funded by the Bureau of Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. http://www.healthworkforceinfo.org Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:39:50 CST http://www.healthworkforceinfo.org Indiana State University (ISU) article tells of Rural Health Program at Indiana State University, offered jointly by ISU and the Indiana University School of Medicine, that provides increased opportunities for students from rural communities. http://www.indstate.edu/news/news.php?newsid=2018 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:34:37 CST http://www.indstate.edu/news/news.php?newsid=2018 Grants to strengthen the capacity for basic nurse education and practice and address the shortage of nurses in the health care workforce. -- Bureau of Health Professions http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=245 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:44:25 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=245 Associated Press article via FortWayne.com reports that many people who have lost jobs to the recession may find a cure for unemployment in the health care field with the need for specialty nurses, therapists and technicians of all kinds staying strong, but although jobs are plentiful, getting one is hard work. http://www.kaiserhealthnews.org/Daily-Reports/2009/November/04/Health-Care-Jobs.aspx Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:50:45 CST http://www.kaiserhealthnews.org/Daily-Reports/2009/November/04/Health-Care-Jobs.aspx Center for American Progress article discusses how targeted policy changes, such as expanding the National Health Service Corps, can begin to strengthen and expand the primary care heath workforce, which is the backbone of the health care system. http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2009/11/primary_care_shortage.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:27:30 CST http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/2009/11/primary_care_shortage.html Grants from the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services for Field-Initiated projects for research to develop methods, procedures, and rehabilitation technology for individuals with disabilities. http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-26127.htm Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:33:32 CST http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-26127.htm Describes how rural hospitals can recruit more nurses. http://nursing.advanceweb.com/Editorial/Content/PrintFriendly.aspx?CC=208099 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:20:26 CST http://nursing.advanceweb.com/Editorial/Content/PrintFriendly.aspx?CC=208099 Star Tribune, (MN) article tells how it's one small piece of health care reform, but it's a big deal for medical schools and doctor's offices: forgiving the student loans of doctors who choose primary care. http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/66231357.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUUsZ Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:06:18 CST http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/66231357.html?elr=KArksLckD8EQDUoaEyqyP4O:DW3ckUiD3aPc:_Yyc:aUUsZ Associated Press article via NR Today, (OR) tells how eight community colleges have joined Oregon Health and Science University to create the Oregon Consortium for Nursing Education, allowing students in rural areas of the state to complete their coursework for a bachelor's while remaining in their community. http://www.nrtoday.com/article/20091022/NEWS/910229998/1026/NONE&parentprofile=1055 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:51:01 CST http://www.nrtoday.com/article/20091022/NEWS/910229998/1026/NONE&parentprofile=1055 Provides most people receiving Social Security benefits (beneficiaries) more choices for receiving employment services. -- Social Security Administration http://www.cessi.net/ttw/ Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:35:49 CST http://www.cessi.net/ttw/ Free resources for students, beginning professionals, and anyone who wants to improve their score on a standardized test. Includes GED, ACT and SAT test study guides. http://www.studyguidezone.com/ Mon, 05 Oct 2009 08:16:49 CST http://www.studyguidezone.com/ Funding to deliver environmental job training. -- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2250 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:30:05 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2250 Examines hot jobs in four of the fastest growing sectors of the economy: education, health care, information technology, and energy and environment. http://www.dlc.org/documents/DLC_HotJobs.pdf Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:07:45 CST http://www.dlc.org/documents/DLC_HotJobs.pdf A directory of local community action agencies (CAAs) developed by VirtualCAP.org that provides contact information by either state or agency name. -- Virginia Community Action Partnership http://www.virtualcap.org/caalisting.cfm Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:17:45 CST http://www.virtualcap.org/caalisting.cfm Presents an analysis of differences in access tofamily-friendly policies between rural and urban mothers. -- Carsey Institute http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/PB_FamilyPolicies_09.pdf Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:15:00 CST http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/PB_FamilyPolicies_09.pdf Annual scholarship program to help outstanding students complete their studies leading to a BSN degree. -- MinorityNurses.Com http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2240 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:09:47 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2240 Reviews how the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)-funded network of state and local agencies helped individuals and families overcome economic insecurity in FY 2007. -- National Association for State Community Services Programs http://www.nascsp.org/data/files/csbg_publications/annual_reports/reports/csbg%20is%2007%20annual%20report%205-8-09%20with%20appendix%20in%20full.pdf Mon, 03 Aug 2009 08:51:48 CST http://www.nascsp.org/data/files/csbg_publications/annual_reports/reports/csbg%20is%2007%20annual%20report%205-8-09%20with%20appendix%20in%20full.pdf Provides contacts for state community services programs funded through the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and the U.S. Department of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE/WAP). -- National Association for State Community Services Programs http://www.nascsp.org/StateContacts.aspx Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:28:50 CST http://www.nascsp.org/StateContacts.aspx Focuses on the education and work experiences of rural youth during the emerging adult years (age 20 to 24) as they make the transition from adolescence to adulthood. -- Carsey Institute http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/Report9-IdleYouth.pdf Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:29:59 CST http://www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/publications/Report9-IdleYouth.pdf Reports to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on issues related to rural America. Examines three key topics: workforce and community development, creating viable patient-centered medical homes, and serving at-risk children. -- National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services http://ruralhealth.hrsa.gov/reports/2009_NAC.pdf Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:57:53 CST http://ruralhealth.hrsa.gov/reports/2009_NAC.pdf A one-stop source for Federal recovery-related jobs and employment information. -- U.S. Office of Personnel Management http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/a9recoveryjobs.aspx Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:17:55 CST http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/a9recoveryjobs.aspx U.S. governments official website providing access to data related to Recovery Act spending. Features information on the opportunities, including jobs, provided through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act as well as information on where the ARRA funding is going and up-to-date data on the expenditure of funds. Allows for the reporting of potential fraud, waste, and abuse. -- White House http://www.recovery.gov/ Thu, 11 Jun 2009 10:06:38 CST http://www.recovery.gov/ Provides information and resources on the programs invested in improving health and human services supported by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. -- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services http://www.hhs.gov/recovery/index.html Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:27:15 CST http://www.hhs.gov/recovery/index.html Provides families and professionals working with young people some practical, hands-on information about Social Security disability and health benefit programs. -- Institute for Community Inclusion http://www.communityinclusion.org/pdf/GTW2009.pdf Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:23:53 CST http://www.communityinclusion.org/pdf/GTW2009.pdf Funding to support the replication of a particularly innovative local or regional initiative at other sites around the country. -- Wal-Mart Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2122 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:04:59 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2122 Funding to local nonprofit organizations in four main areas of focus: Education, Workforce Development / Economic Opportunity, Health & Wellness and Environmental Sustainability. -- Wal-Mart Foundation http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2123 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 12:54:14 CST http://www.raconline.org/funding/funding_details.php?funding_id=2123 Describes the decline of graduating primary care physicians, the role medical schools play in this phenomenon, and offers model solutions. -- Rural Assistance Center http://www.raconline.org/newsletter/web/winter09.php#myers Wed, 25 Feb 2009 13:47:18 CST http://www.raconline.org/newsletter/web/winter09.php#myers Developed by NRHA's National Rural Task Force to be used by federal agencies, state and local health-related agencies for setting priorities for rural workforce development. -- National Rural Health Association http://www.ruralhealthweb.org/download.cfm?downloadfile=61C3BF78-3048-651A-FE1A9BDCACD2B3B3&typename=dmFile&fieldname=filename Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:55:06 CST http://www.ruralhealthweb.org/download.cfm?downloadfile=61C3BF78-3048-651A-FE1A9BDCACD2B3B3&typename=dmFile&fieldname=filename Presents information on the effectiveness of new strategies delivered by the Work Advancement and Support Center (WASC) to help low-wage and dislocated workers take steps to advance by increasing their wages, upgrading their skills, or finding better jobs. -- Manpower Demonstration Research Corporation http://www.mdrc.org/publications/505/overview.html Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:36:52 CST http://www.mdrc.org/publications/505/overview.html