Community Health Council of Wyandotte County
Hospitals and Health CareKansas, United States11-50 Employees
The Community Health Council of Wyandotte County is a non-profit collaborative focused on improving health outcomes in Wyandotte County, Kansas, through informing, collaborating, aligning, mobilizing, and activating a range of health partners. Its member network includes hospitals, safety net clinics, federally-qualified health clinics, mental health providers, public health departments, academic research institutions, and health care funders, united to enhance access to healthcare for the uninsured and medically underserved. Based in Kansas City, Kansas, the organization was founded in 2003 in response to local findings on healthcare access and supports initiatives that connect clinics, share patient information, and coordinate care to address community health needs. In addition to sustaining cross-institution communication, CHC seeks to represent resident experiences in health design and policy, ensuring community perspectives inform improvement initiatives and public health planning. A recent development is the appointment of an interim executive director, reflecting ongoing leadership transitions within the organization.