Umatilla County LCAC Meeting Minutes
DATE: 03/11/2016Good Shepherd Medical Center, Hermiston,
Oregon
Meeting called by
Rod Harwood
Called to order
8:30 a.m.
Adjourned
9:28 a.m.
Note taker
Judy A Jenner
Attendees
Rod Harwood, Chairman; Catie Brenaman, Vice Chair; Alisha
Southwick, UCo Health; Angie Treadwell, Extension Office for OSU;
Carol Johnson, Lifeways; Cathy Wamsley, IMESD; Heidi Zeigler, DHS;
Juli Gregory, GSMC; Marci McMurphy, CAPECO; Nora Kramer, OCDC;
Scott Young, Columbia Care; Bart Murray, GOBHI; Carol Speed, GOBHI;
Charlie Carnes, Umatilla County Human Services; Charlotte Dudley,
GOBHI; Emily Booth, Juniper House; Jessica McKay, GSMC; Julie
White, Advantage Dental; Kevin Campbell, EOCCO/GOBHI; Lori Moss,
EOIPA; Maritza Madrigal, GSMC; Sandra Chapman, Umatilla County
Developmental Disabilities; Summer Crane, GSMC; Teresa Hollibaugh,
St. Anthony CHW; Whitney Craig, GSMC; Corrina Herrera, GSMC;
Lindsey Watchman, Yellowhawk THC; Robert Hubbell, GOBHI; Alita
Nelson, GOBHI; Terra Richter, EOCCO; Robert Safford, Lifeways
Opening of Meeting
discussion
Rod opened the meeting and thanked Good Shepherd Medical Center
for hosting the meeting today. Rod introduced himself as the
chairman of L-CAC and asked attendees to take a moment to also
introduce themselves.
Old Business
DISCUSSION
The minutes for the February 19, 2016 meeting were reviewed and
the following suggestions were made. On page 5, first paragraph,
Angie Torres, with PHTech, volunteered to help anyone who needed
access to issues and determining a provider for OHP clients.
Additionally on page 5, second paragraph, Kevin had stated he would
contact Kris Boler about the Rental Assistance presentation for the
3/11/16 meeting. Also on page 5, third paragraph, Hermistons pain
clinic involves not only meditation but also yoga and mobility
issues. On page one at the bottom of the page, Marci stated Morrow
County L-CAC should replace the word CAPECO. Meghan moved, Marci
seconded the motion, and it was unanimously approved to accept the
minutes of the February 19, 2016 meeting as corrected.
Old Business: Identified Gaps & Recommended Preventive
Healthcare Practices
discussion
Community Members Feedback: What are you hearing from the
consumers?
_______ discussed there are many individuals who do not qualify
for Medicare/Medicaid because they are barely over the income limit
for these programs, and the consumers are having a difficult time
paying their bills as well as having the extra money to pay for
Medicare Part B. For clarification, Kevin asked, How do we know
they are over the limit, as there needs to be an accounting of
income. He added that on behalf of the CCO, he wanted to make sure
individuals have the benefit of accurate accounting as another
means of assisting them. Marci suggested looking into other
services people can get that may help defray expenses, and/or other
wraparound services that might be available. Juli stated some of
these individuals are getting the benefit of continuation letters
but are throwing them away because the letters are confusing to
them. Rod suggested reminding such consumers of the potential of
receiving such letters and encouraging them to ask questions, if
needed.
Catie stated she, Nicole Cribbs and Maritza Madrigal had
attended an ORPREN meeting yesterday when the issue of housing came
up. CCOs building houses for qualifying clients was discussed.
Kevin stated there have been significant funding opportunities with
other housing improvement resources. Profits are being reinvested
in other activities but could also involve housing issues. Rod said
the government does not recognize housing issues in relationship to
some types of client population. ____ is going to a meeting next
month that will be addressing housing, and she offered to report on
this at next months L-CAC meeting.
______ had two people looking for medical appointments with
specialists in the Tri-Cities, and she unfortunately got nowhere in
her inquiries.
Marci stated she is applying for a grant to assist with
transportation, which will benefit four different agencies. This
grant is set to be awarded in July and will offer curb-to-curb
services. Rod asked if there are any meetings in Pendleton
involving groups to discuss transportation issues. Marci stated
there is such a meeting once a year. She also mentioned the problem
is associated with funding to operate/offer transportation. Rod
commented he would like to see all groups work together rather than
independently. Marci suggested setting aside funds within
supportive services for transportation issues and added, The
(transportation) need is only going up.
a. Recruiting of Oregon Health Plan Members for L-CAC
Membership: Committee Report
It was suggested Good Shepherd Medical Center could host a
meeting in its two conference rooms. Offering additional resources
at such a meeting were mentioned: foster care, patient care
centered homes, mental health, substance use/abuse, L-CAC, Head
Start, etc. Juli suggested service-type organizations would be
invited. This type of meeting should also be held in the
Milton-Freewater and Pendleton areas to maximize coverage and
address population concerns within the county. A brief discussion
regarding transportation for individuals to these meetings
occurred. Incentives were also discussed, such as child care. Also,
it was suggested to consider video conferencing and/or satellite
meetings for smaller populated areas.
Marci stated one of the subjects discussed at the meeting she
attended in Morrow County was, How many of us would be here (at
this meeting) if we were not paid to be here? Rod suggested
community healthcare workers could offer assistance for people who
needed help with filling out the paperwork in order to qualify for
compensation/stipends. It was suggested some of the programs of the
representatives attending the meeting today might be interested in
sponsoring individuals to come to such a meeting. Juli commented it
might be intimidating for some people to meet within such a large
group as is present at todays meeting. Rod offered the concept of
the viability of small roundtable groups. Juli stated it is not so
much about the information/data needed but the relationship that is
developed. Rod asked the group what they would consider to be a
next step. Charlotte mentioned getting the commitment from L-CAC
members to participate in the roundtable meetings; Juli commented
feedback is needed on dates and times to hold such meetings; and
Marci suggested evenings, especially if food and daycare are
provided. Angela stated while she was at WIC, the best times that
seemed to work for their meetings with clientele was around noon or
early afternoon. Rod suggested to plan/schedule meetings at the
three different parts of the county and then reassess after the
first meeting. Juli volunteered for her GSMC group to set the first
meeting and plan for the event.
New Business: Around the Room: Preventive Care Activities and
Other Activities
Discussion
a. Updated Resource Packets
Johanna McGainey, EOCCO Nurse Case Manager, handed out packets
of local resource information she had put together, and she was
commended by those in attendance for the good job she had done. It
was suggested adding the Senior Companion Program, which is a
unique service, as they do background checks and physicals for
those who participate in visiting seniors within the community.
Johanna stated she would email the information to Judy so it could
be sent electronically to those on the roster list.
b. Umatilla County Health and Human Services Department
Meghan informed everyone that Umatilla County Public Health and
the countys Human Services Department as combining as one
department, effective July 1, 2016.
New Business: GOBHI Rental Assistance Program
DISCUSSION
Alita Nelson explained about GOBHIs Rental Assistance Program.
She stated clients need to be able to provide 30 percent of their
income for rent with a cap of $650 on the rental amount. She
provided attendees with packets of information regarding the
program. Alita stated, The goal is to help people not be homeless
and to have a bed. The clients are checked on once a month, and
home inspections are done for the safety of the client. A client
does not have to be homeless to qualify but does have to have a
qualifying SMI diagnosis. Kevin stated the intent is to maintain
the Eastern Oregon program through the State. It is similar to HUD
in the form of paperwork but operates under different guidelines.
Kevin clarified that clients are recovering from some type of
mental health issue and housing is key in the recovery of the
individual.
New Business: Community Health Improvement Plan
discussion
Community Health Assessment FY 16 Update
Rod stated the CHIP meetings are scheduled for April 13, 14 and
15 through the three county area (Union, Morrow and Umatilla). On
April 13, there will be a meeting in Milton-Freewater and one in
Pendleton at 1:00 p.m. at the Pendleton Convention Center. On the
14th, the meeting will be held in La Grande reviewing Union Countys
CHIP. On the afternoon of the 14th, a meeting will be held in
Boardman for Morrow Countys CHIP. On April 15, there will be a
meeting held in Hermiston from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Britney Ward
will be the presenter.
Rod asked for all Hispanic surveys to be turned in to him
today.
A Native American assessment report has been done, but it has
yet to be determined whether it will be included in Umatilla
Countys CHIP. Lindsey Watchman reported the whole process has been
very personal for him, his family and other tribal members. Out of
a 2 percent Native American population in the county, they received
a response rate of 0.83 percent.
Rod voiced his appreciation for all those who have volunteered
their time to assist individuals with the surveys.
Meghan talked about a childrens health assessment. The first
mailing went out last Friday. A survey monkey link will be
available next week. Almost every school district within the county
has agreed to help with this assessment.
New Business: Other Activities
discussion
OHA Office of Equality and Inclusion Technical Assistance
Charlotte stated Estella was unable to attend the meeting today.
She explained this program is offering technical assistance
coaching; approximately 10 hours are available. She encouraged
subcommittees to get together to complete the program. She stated
they hope to have a conference call with everyone in the near
future.
Eastern Oregon Healthy Living Alliance
Meghan stated the SBHC coordinated program will be receiving a
$50,000 transformation grant to promote fluoride for childrens
teeth. Also, mental health trainings will be coming through the
transformation grant. A $24,000 grant has been received for colon
cancer screening. One project that is being worked on concerns a
maternal mental health assessor who will be going with nurse home
visitors, however, the details have yet to be finalized. Meghan
stated providing services in the home promotes better relationships
and results in a soft hand-off to other services that may be
required.
Kevin stated they are looking at changing the term mental health
in communications with clients and utilizing other terms, such as
postpartum depression.
New Business: Good of the Order, Agenda Items, and Set a Date
for the Next Meeting
discussion
Rod informed the group of a GOBHI event that will be held at
Wildhorse Resort and Casino regarding education for Adverse
Childhood Experiences Study (ACES) program. They are hoping to move
forward with more education and offer this for provider
education.
Kevin stated there will be a GOBHI conference on May 11-13 where
Dr. Vincent Feletti will be making a presentation on ACES. He
commented there needs to be more efforts made and funding available
to promote prevention. There is also a need to develop strategies
for working with certain groups for prevention services rather than
necessarily involving law enforcement all the time.
Behavioral Summits are usually offered in March and October.
Catie stated Paper Tiger will be in Hermiston in April.
Incentive funds are available to promote WCC, so the dialog is
beginning.
Kevin suggested going to ACEStoohigh.com to complete a survey.
He stated a high score on resiliency is a good thing. The survey is
all about relationships and peer support.
Angela mentioned there will be a Community Health Worker
training program offered in La Grande on April 8. This is so these
workers can become certified. Kevin offered that OHSU is offering
more training education for certification of CHWs as this is
becoming a career move for some individuals.
Marci stated CAPECOs Area on Aging just applied for funding to
train persons to track individuals who might have senile dementia,
Alzheimers, etc., which is called Project Life Saver.
Rod stated L-CACs May meeting has been moved to May 6 and will
be held at St. Anthony Hospital.
The next L-CAC meeting will be held in Milton-Freewater at OCDC
on April 8. The address is 403 Peabody.
Cathy stated the oral health school based conference got funding
for four more years of screening students through Advantage Dental.
$35,000 in funding will result in a full dental lab. They will
start assembling labs in April, and the labs will be located in
________. If anyone is interested in helping, Cathy urged that she
be contacted.
Cathy also stated there will be another series of workshops
through Head Start about what to do when a child gets sick. Free
child care will be offered during the training. She is also
developing a calendar of events, so she asked for individuals to
contact her if there are any events they would like to have placed
on the calendar.
Action items
Person responsible
Deadline
Next meeting scheduled for April 8, 2015
8:30 10:30 a.m.
OCDC
Milton-Freewater
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