Community Health Commission of Missouri

Achieving zero health disparities by promoting equity-centered, trauma-informed health care across Missouri.

Who We Are

Regional Collaborations

Health Justice: The Promise of Zero Health Disparities

We know that all communities experience harm from trauma, and those exposed to the trauma of racism are at higher risk of unjust health outcomes. The Community Health Commission of Missouri brings together the Regional Health Commission and Alive & Well Communities to implement a statewide strategy of bringing together cross-sector stakeholders and community members around a common goal of building healthy, healed communities. We believe it is possible to facilitate co-creation between impacted community members and our state’s institutions to change the conditions in our state that lead to early death and to facilitate healing from the trauma of injustice.

Upcoming Events

  • Sep 11

    Trauma Awareness Training

    This virtual program is free of charge and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to participate. This presentation will explore: The presentation sets the…

    Wednesday, September 11, 2024 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Zoom
  • Oct 11

    Trauma Awareness Training

    This program is free of charge and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to participate. This presentation will explore: The presentation sets the groundwork…

    Friday, October 11, 2024 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Missouri Foundation for Health
    4254 Vista Ave
    St. Louis, MO
  • Nov 11

    Trauma Awareness Training

    This virtual program is free of charge and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to participate. This presentation will explore: The presentation sets the…

    Monday, November 11, 2024 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Zoom
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Medicaid Expansion

The CHCM and our partners are closely tracking developments around Missouri Medicaid expansion, reporting on current legislation’s potential impacts on health care access, and leading advocacy efforts to improve utilization of services.

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Gateway to Better Health
Access to Care Data Book
Chronic Pain Initiative
Health Policy and Advocacy
Advisory Boards
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RHC and Alive and Well Communities Merged Entity Rebrand to be the Community Health Commission of Missouri

On March 16, 2023 the St. Louis Regional Health Commission (RHC) and Alive and Well Communities (AWC) announced an affiliation to advance health equity across the State of Missouri and beyond. On July 17, 2024, the merged entity of the RHC and AWC was renamed to the Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM).

CHCM is a Missouri-based organization dedicated to eliminating health disparities by promoting equity-centered, trauma-informed health care. Our mission is to ensure that all community members have access to affordable, available, accommodating and acceptable healthcare and resources, particularly those historically marginalized or underserved.

Gateway to Better Health Impact

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CHCM Blog

RHC Rebrands to Community Health Commission of Missouri Offering Services Statewide
CHCM Updates

RHC Rebrands to Community Health Commission of Missouri Offering Services Statewide

St. Louis, MO. (August 7, 2024) –  The St. Louis Regional Health Commission (RHC) is excited to announce its rebranding as the Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM). Effective immediately, this new name reflects a broader commitment to promoting health equity throughout the state of Missouri and beyond after merging with Alive & Well Communities…

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RHC Announces New Chief Executive Officer and Executive Board Chair 
CHCM Updates

RHC Announces New Chief Executive Officer and Executive Board Chair 

The St. Louis Regional Health Commission (RHC) Board of Commissioners unanimously voted on May 22, 2024, that effective immediately Riisa Rawlins has been named as the permanent Chief Executive Officer. Rawlins was selected after serving as Interim CEO of the organization beginning November 1, 2023.   The vote confirming Rawlins’ leadership position comes three months after…

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