Local Indigent Care Needs (LICN)
Kings County
What is LICN?
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The Local Indigent Care Needs (LICN) Program is a grant-funded initiative aimed to improve healthcare access for underserved adults in Kings County, particularly in Avenal and Corcoran.
Target Population
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Individuals facing housing and transportation barriers
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Individuals managing chronic conditions such as diabetes & hypertension
Our Goal
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Our goal is to enhance healthcare access for these communities by offering care coordination, telehealth services, and helping manage chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
Key Objectives
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Establish a collaborative Network of Care with hospitals, healthcare providers, and social service agencies to facilitate care coordination.
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Equip Avenal and Corcoran Public Health Clinics with ADA-compliant telehealth rooms to facilitate remote consultations.
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Community Health Assistants (CHAs) will deliver direct, in-person services to assist with care coordination and connect individuals to necessary resources.
The Impact
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Increased access to healthcare will address barriers like transportation and homelessness, improving chronic disease management and health outcomes.
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Strengthened partnerships between healthcare providers and community organizations will ensure comprehensive support, reducing disparities in underserved populations, while also improving efficiency by streamlining service delivery and reducing redundancies