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May 1
2 min

"A Relentless Force for Longer Quality of Life": American Heart Association

The American Heart Association has a mission to be a relentless force for longer, healthier lives in our community.

Care Ring

Apr 1
4 min

We Found the Heart!

People from all walks of life are stepping forward and working in partnership with others to assist neighbors in need.

Care Ring

Mar 5
2 min

Mark DeHaven: Finding Neighborhood Solutions - The Power in "Patterns of Relationships"

Any local effort to improve health must start by first understanding the patterns of relationships that already exist in neighborhoods.

Care Ring

Feb 18
2 min

If we could walk in their shoes: Why improving the drivers of health is essential

Mike Restaino brings many of the lessons he learned during his family’s crisis to his leadership role with Blue Cross NC.

Care Ring

Jan 2
2 min

Phil Poley: "Paying for healthy outcomes is the smart thing to do."

Phil Poley with Accenture explains why health care, particularly Medicaid, is shifting away from a fee-for-service system.

Care Ring

Dec 19, 2019
2 min

Meredith Dolhare: Running with Heart

Real, lasting change only happens through building trusting, long-term relationships with the people we serve.

Care Ring

Nov 4, 2019
2 min

Dr. Stephanie Cooper-Lewter: The Power of Relationships

As we strive to develop a better system of healthcare in the Charlotte region, what can we learn from Leading on Opportunity's success?

Care Ring

Oct 30, 2019
2 min

Laura Clark: "Putting power in our neighborhoods"

It is “not OK to have people left behind in our community” based solely on where they were born or where they now reside.

Care Ring

Oct 23, 2019
2 min

Brisa Hernandez: “We have to instill hope in all of our neighbors”

We must let people know that regardless of their current station in life, there is hope and opportunity for all.

Care Ring

Oct 16, 2019
2 min

To truly change lives we have to improve systems: A Conversation with Carol Hardison

Carol Hardison serves as CEO of Crisis Assistance Ministry.

Care Ring

Oct 8, 2019
2 min

We Are So Much Better Together

Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown offers insights and guidance on how we can create a better system of care for all.

Care Ring

Sep 27, 2019
3 min

Medicaid Transformation: North Carolina’s Health Care Big Bang

North Carolina is on the cusp of a “big bang” transformation of how we provide health care to people with limited resources.

Care Ring

Aug 22, 2019
5 min

Seeking the Heart of Community Health: A Bold, New Strategy

How can we create the best system of health care for everyone in our community?

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