The Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program opened applications for the RISE AR (Recruitment, Innovation, Skills, and Education for Arkansas) initiative, which supports rural healthcare workforce recruitment, training and retention efforts. Applications are due by July 24 at 12:00 pm CT and applicants are encouraged to review the NOFO and program materials for eligibility and submission requirements.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

The application portal officially opened for the Promoting Access, Coordination and Transformation (PACT) initiative, a key component of the state’s Rural Health Transformation Program. The initiative is designed to strengthen and modernize rural healthcare by expanding access to care, improving coordination among providers and supporting integrated networks, workforce development and technology-enabled infrastructure. Applications are due by 12:00 pm CT on July 10. Applicants are encouraged to review the Project Narrative and Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for eligibility requirements, allowable activities and application instructions before submitting proposals.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

The state's Rural Health Transformation Program released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for PACT (Promoting Access, Coordination, and Transformation) initiative. The program is designed to strengthen and modernize rural healthcare delivery through expanded access to care, improved care coordination, workforce development, clinically integrated networks and technology-enabled infrastructure. 

The PACT initiative will support projects focused on: 

• Expanding access to primary, specialty, preventive, behavioral health and emergency services in rural communities;  

• Improving coordination among hospitals, clinics, EMS providers, pharmacies and community-based organizations;  

• Strengthening trauma readiness and emergency response capabilities;  

• Supporting clinically integrated networks (CINs) and shared data infrastructure;  

• Enhancing workforce training and optimization; and  

• Advancing telehealth, technology adoption and strategic facility investments.  

The application period is open June 8 through July 10, with approximately $93.6 million available through the initiative. 

Notably, pharmacies are specifically identified as eligible applicants, along with EMS providers, licensed healthcare practitioners, behavioral health providers, CINs and nonprofit or public entities serving rural Arkansas. 

Additional information and application materials are available at www.arkansasrhtp.com, and questions may be submitted to Info@arkansasrhtp.com during the application period. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

The application portal for THRIVE (Telehealth, Health‑Monitoring and Response Innovation for Vital Expansion) is now officially open. The THRIVE initiative is a core component of the Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program and is designed to strengthen rural healthcare delivery through expanded telehealth access, enhanced emergency response systems and innovative technology-enabled solutions. All applications must be submitted through the online portal no later than 12:00 pm (CT) on June 12.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

The THRIVE (Telehealth, Health‑Monitoring and Response Innovation for Vital Expansion) application portal is now officially open. The THRIVE initiative is a core component of the state’s Rural Health Transformation Program and is designed to strengthen rural healthcare delivery by expanding telehealth access, enhancing emergency response systems and implementing innovative technology-enabled solutions. All applications must be submitted through the online portal by 12:00 pm (CT) on June 12.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

Arkansas has released a new Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) – Telehealth, Health-Monitoring, and Response Innovation for Vital Expansion (THRIVE) initiative. The program is designed to strengthen rural healthcare by expanding telehealth services and technology solutions that improve access to care, coordination and patient outcomes in underserved communities. 

Funding may support projects that: 

• Expand telehealth infrastructure and services 

• Improve healthcare access and efficiency through technology 

• Strengthen digital health capabilities in rural areas 

• Support innovative care delivery models 

• Equip EMS providers with telehealth-enabled tools to improve patient assessment and care coordination 

Key Details 

• Application Period: May 11 – June 12 

• Eligible Applicants: Rural hospitals, clinics, EMS providers, behavioral health providers, Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs) and nonprofit or public entities serving rural Arkansas 

• Available Funding: $55.65 million 

Additional information and application materials are available at: Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

The state released the schedule for seven Rural Health Transformation (RHTP) Town Hall Meetings across the state. Dates, times and locations are listed in the link. Pre-registration is required, as space may be limited.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.