Manchester SBHC Already Exceeding Enrollment Target

Yesterday Kelly Firesheets and I visited one of our newest School-Based Health Centers located in Manchester School in Adams County. While only in operation a few weeks, it was impressive that they have already enrolled 620 students and school personnel! The staff was busy seeing a steady stream of children. It was wonderful to see the exceptional results of this grant. Superintendent Robert Ralstin attributes this success to their collaborative upfront planning and the things the school has put in place to facilitate the students' enrollment. They anticipate enrolling many additional students. Adams County Regional Medical Center is currently seeking a full time nurse practitioner to add to this center. This site recieved a HRSA grant that will enable them to build a larger center and provide primary care, dental and mental health services.