Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas
Non-profit OrganizationsSouth Dakota, United States11-50 Employees
The Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas (CHAD) is a non-profit membership organization that serves as the primary care association for North Dakota and South Dakota. It supports nine health center organizations in the region by offering resources and services aimed at improving operations across clinical, human resources, finance, outreach, marketing, and advocacy, with a focus on increasing access to high-quality, affordable health care. Based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, CHAD has more than three decades of experience working with health centers, community leaders, and partners to address health care needs in underserved areas. The organization emphasizes technical assistance, education, and advocacy to strengthen the health care system in the Dakotas and to advance health equity for residents regardless of location. In recent years, CHAD has continued to evolve its leadership and partnerships, including the addition of policy and partnership professionals to support its objectives.