...Plan and conducted an employee survey to obtain valuable feedback. CCH emailed employees and advised them of the opportunity to participate in the town halls. In total, more than 450 individuals attended the employee Town Hall meetings. Employee Survey Summary CCH received nearly 400 responses to the survey. Strengths that were noted included CCH’s commitment to the underserved, the quality...
...address is a number that is automatically assigned to a computer when surfing the Web); the operating system and information about the browser used when accessing the site; the visit date and time; if www.cookcountyhealth.org is designated as a home page; the pages visited; and the address of the web site visited immediately prior to visiting the Cook County Health...
...abusive or otherwise inappropriate language or behavior when addressing the Board or its Committees; failure to adhere to this requirement will result in the testimony being excluded from the meeting. Instructions to submit testimony for the two (2) Public Hearings on August 23rd and August 24th Please be advised that, although every effort will be made to include testimony at...
...about redetermination or keeping your Medicaid coverage? Call the Cook County Health Application Assistance Call Center 312-864-8200, option 1, 855-444-1661, 711 (TDD/TTY) Call the Illinois Department of Human Services: 800-843-6154 Beware of Scams! Illinois will never ask you for money to renew or apply for Medicaid. Report scams to the fraud report website or the Medicaid fraud hotline at 1-844-453-7283/1-844-ILFRAUD...
...HIV/AIDS, medical advancements in treatments, prevention and early detection have resulted in people living longer and healthier lives. If you have tested positive for HIV, visit your doctor to immediately begin antiretroviral treatment (ART) immediately. The earlier treatment begins, the easier it will be to manage the virus and continue your life. Antiretroviral Treatment (ART) ART Treatment is a combination...
The public may testify at these meetings. Persons wishing to testify should click on the “Register as a Public Speaker” below. Each speaker will be limited to three (3) minutes. Speakers are requested to submit fifteen (15) copies of any written statement to the CCH Board Secretary prior to speaking....
...and community initiatives are committed to building resilient communities that can adapt, recover, and thrive in the midst of life’s challenges through innovative and integrated solutions that bridge gaps in prevention, treatment, and support for mental health and substance use. Proposals must be submitted by Wednesday, April 17, 2024, no later than 5 PM CT. Important Information Eligibility Proposed projects...
...in each of those areas. I ask that you take your time looking through our nursing site. The site will introduce you to members of our team, present our goals for the future, and allow you to search for nursing positions that align with your professional goals and fit your lifestyle. Again, thank you for taking the time to visit...
...your physical health as well. What is Trauma-Informed Care? Trauma-informed care shifts the focus from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?” A trauma-informed approach to care acknowledges healthcare teams must have a complete picture of a patient’s life situation — past and present — to provide the most compassionate and effective care. Trauma-informed care seeks to: Realize...
As a native of Chicago, Kaelin Long grew a passion for developing connections, addressing substantial health concerns, and advocating for diversity and inclusion in underserved communities. Her love for community became evident through her passionate and persistent work both professionally and in her personal life. Kaelin is dedicated to giving back to the community through public service with non-profit organizations. Her work with the Ronald McDonald House Charities, allows her to provide support, health resources, and a sense of stability for families and children who are receiving medical attention.
Kaelin obtained a Masters Degree in Public Health from Indiana State University and began her journey into the field of public health and social services. In previous roles, Kaelin worked for Chicago Commons Adult Day Service in the Englewood community and Catholic Charities of the Archdioceses located in Harvey Il. During her time spent with both organizations, Kaelin honed in on improving quality of life, implementing health initiatives, providing senior support services and advocating for seniors diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Her goal has always been to make a difference in the lives of others, while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Kaelin accepted her role as a Community Outreach Worker with Cook County Health and immediately saw it as an opportunity to engage and build lasting relationships with community members and leaders across the Chicagoland area. She began helping individuals to connect with our health system, County Care, and broaden their knowledge and access to all the services that are available to them. Kaelin is committed to the empowerment, advancement, and acknowledgement of those who make our community feel like home.
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