Emergency rooms were primary access point for uninsured patients

AHSC established a coordinated referral system.

Primary & specialty care physicians accepted uninsured patients.

AHSC managed referrals and follow-ups.

Over $1 million in donated medical care was provided.

​Limited safety-net services existed for uninsured individuals.

State programs supported hospitals for diagnostic testing.

Karen’s Law enabled free access to unused medications through Beacon Pharmacy.

Two free clinics and one FQHC provided limited access to physicians.

Founded during the national Cover the Uninsured movement.

Initial presentation made to the Stark County Medical Society.

Goodwill Community Campus became the sponsoring organization.

First Executive Director hired in 2008.
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AHSC increased partnerships with organizations to offer quarterly CHW training and site placement

Focus placed on sustainability including increasing and streamlining services, customer and partner satisfaction, and grant diversification. 
 

CHWs identified as trusted patient advocates within care teams.

A white paper confirmed their effectiveness and sustainability potential.

 

Medicaid expansion in Ohio increased insurance access.

AHSC shifted to providing enrollment navigation services.

Increased access revealed ongoing need for patient support
and education.

One-on-one referral support became unsustainable.