Rural Communities grants available for opioid response programs

Posted on: 11/21/18


The U.S. Heath Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) Federal Office of Rural Health Policy has announced a second round of the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (Planning) grants. The purpose of this program is to support treatment for and prevention of substance use disorder, including opioid use disorder, in rural communities. In FY 18, HRSA made 95 awards and in FY 19, HRSA anticipates making approximately 120 awards. Any domestic organization forming a consortium of four or more members in a rural community may be eligible to apply for funding. More information on eligibility and requirements can be found in the Notice of Funding Opportunity.

Interested applicants may attend a live technical assistance webinar at 1 p.m. CST on Friday,
Dec. 7.

Applications are due on Jan. 15, 2019, with a program start date of June 1, 2019. Contact [email protected] with additional questions. (Andy Fosmire)

Save the dates for OHA 2022 events

Posted on: 2/18/22


It’s a new year and a new lineup of important events for you and your staff. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to engage in advocacy, education and networking all year long. Mark your calendar now!

OHA Advocacy Day - Tuesday, April 5, Oklahoma History Center. Join us for our annual legislative day. We will begin with a member briefing at 3 p.m., followed by a legislative reception at 5 p.m. Watch for registration materials soon.

OHA-PAC Golf Tournament - Tuesday, June 21, Jimmie Austin Golf Club at OU, Norman. Time and details TBA.

OHA Health Care Leaders Forum - Tuesday, July 19 - Thursday, July 21, Shangri-La Resort, Grand Lake. Watch for registration soon!

OHA Connect 22 - Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Friday, Nov. 11, Oklahoma City Convention Center and Omni Hotel, downtown Oklahoma City. Plan now to attend OHA’s annual conference and exhibit hall. More details to come.

Details on these events and other upcoming education opportunities will be available on the OHA website.