Our Projects
At Gateway CERH, we focus on enhancing rural communities' well-being by addressing healthcare challenges through research, education, and outreach. Our initiatives emphasize mental health support, healthcare accessibility, and promoting healthier lifestyles. We collaborate with local partners to create sustainable solutions and improve the overall quality of life for residents in rural areas.
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SHARP: Skilled Healthcare Attraction & Retention Program
The project aims to support the recruitment of healthcare professionals by offering local training and education opportunities. This includes establishing healthcare programs for healthcare filed exploring and bridging options for career advancement.
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BRAVE-F: Benefitting Rural Area Volunteer Emergency Firefighters
This project aims to promote health among rural volunteer firefighters in Huron County by providing medical screening and education for cardiovascular health.
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Farmers Safety & Well-Being
Dedicated to fostering connections, reducing social isolation, and alleviating daily stressors that our farmers face. In addition to the well-being support, this initiative is directing it’s focus on the importance of farm safety and support.
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Virtual Lecture Series
Hear from our Research Chairs in this exciting virtual
lecture series! Participate and ask questions
​directly to our front-line rural health researchers! Occurs the first Tuesday of every month - 12:00 - 1:00 pm ET.
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Legion Learning & Legion Lounge
Legion Learning aims to bridge the gap between seniors and technology use by pairing non-technology savvy seniors with local seniors who are technologically inclined.
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Legion Lounge is a social lounge and café to promote social engagement and collaboration.
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Mental Health First Aid
The support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being, a mental health crisis, or substance use problem.
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Discovery Healthcare Camp
Discovery Healthcare Camp is a week-long immersive summer camp experience designed to engage and mentor high school students to consider healthcare career opportunities available to them, learn basic clinical skills and have fun!