More than $2 million through the state’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) will be used for transporting patients in rural communities to the healthcare they need.
The state is looking for transportation providers, public transit agencies, healthcare-affiliated transportation organizations, and others who can quickly deploy vehicles and expand medical transportation services for rural residents.
“When someone misses a doctor’s appointment because they don’t have transportation, that can lead to bigger health problems down the road,” Dr. Arvin Singh, West Virginia Secretary of Health, said in a statement. “This opportunity is intended to help communities expand transportation services, keep residents connected to healthcare appointments, and make it easier for West Virginians to access the care they need.”
$2.3 million in funding is available through the RHTP’s <a href="https://health.wv.gov/photo-call-out/rural-health-link-initiative-updates” rel=”nofollow noopener” target=”_blank”>Rural Health Link initiative.
The goal is to strengthen transportation capacity in rural communities where workforce shortages, long distances and limited transportation options make it more difficult for residents to access health care. Potential projects could include purchasing additional vehicles, hiring more drivers, increasing service coverage or extending operating hours.
In announcing the funding opportunity, Gov. Patrick Morrisey said that in many communities, transportation is one of the biggest hurdles standing between patients and healthier lives.
“Healthcare access starts with being able to reach the care you need,” Morrisey said.
Eligible applicants may access the active solicitation through wvOASIS.gov. Interested organizations are encouraged to review the full material packet for detailed eligibility requirements, submission instructions, and key deadlines.
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