Community Health Commission of Missouri

Achieving zero health disparities by promoting equity-centered, trauma-informed 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

  • 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
  • Oct 15

    Community Advisory Board Meeting

    CHCM Community Advisory Board members meet monthly to provide direct input to the CHCM work.  The meeting will be held via Zoom. These meetings are open…

    Tuesday, October 15, 2024 8:30 am – 10:00 am Zoom
  • Oct 28

    Patient Advisory Board Meeting

    CHCM Patient Advisory Board members meet monthly to advise and shape the CHCM’s work.  The meeting will be held via Zoom. These meetings are open to…

    Monday, October 28, 2024 9:30 am – 11:30 am 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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See What We're Working On

See What We’re Working On

Gateway to Better Health
Access to Care Data Book
Chronic Pain Initiative
Health Policy and Advocacy
Advisory Boards
Connect With Us

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

$ 0 Annual funding secured to provide primary and specialty care services across the region
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CHCM Blog

Voting On The November Ballot
CHCM Updates

Voting On The November Ballot

Everyone deserves to have their voice heard this election. This post provides a brief overview of your voting rights, and what you can expect to see on the ballot. Make sure you are registered to vote and view a sample ballot here! Know Your Voting Rights It is illegal for someone to intimidate or harass…

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The CHCM and Deaconess Foundation Launch Grant Applications for Organizations Serving Seniors in Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois
CHCM Updates

The CHCM and Deaconess Foundation Launch Grant Applications for Organizations Serving Seniors in Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois

Fund Information The Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM), in partnership with Deaconess Foundation, will award $350,000 to support services for seniors in the region through their Seniors Community Revitalization & Development Fund (Seniors Community Fund). The Seniors Community Fund aims to improve the public health system infrastructure to better serve residents 55 years of…

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