Networking and Collaboration

Opportunities for Strengthening Connections

Washington State Organizations

Rural Health Clinic Association of Washington (RHCAW)

RHCAW is committed to maintaining health care access in rural areas and serves as a representative voice for RHCs to citizens, legislators, and state and federal agencies. The association provides resources, education, and advocacy for its members.

The Rural Collaborative

This network comprises 24 independently governed rural hospitals in Washington state. The Collaborative focuses on shared services, value-based contracting, and peer networking to enhance health care delivery and performance among its members.

Washington Rural Health Association (WRHA)

Established in 1988, WRHA unites individuals and organizations to support rural health care throughout the state, recognizing the unique characteristics and needs of rural communities.

The Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA)

WSHA is a member-led organization that advocates for and provides value to hospitals and health systems in Washington state. Its mission is to support its members in achieving their goals and improving the health of the communities they serve.

National Networks

National Rural Health Association (NRHA)

A nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care in rural America. Established in 1978, the NRHA provides leadership on rural health issues through advocacy, communication, education, and research.

National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC)

The sole national organization dedicated exclusively to improving the delivery of quality, cost-effective health care in rural underserved areas through the Rural Health Clinics (RHC) Program. NARHC's mission is to educate and advocate for Rural Health Clinics, enhancing their ability to deliver cost-effective, quality health care to patients in rural, underserved communities.

Critical Access Hospital Coalition

This consortium comprises health care leaders representing CAHs nationwide. The member-driven coalition focuses solely on critical issues impacting CAHs, working to help federal policymakers understand the unique needs of these hospitals, with the goal of ensuring that high quality health care is sustained in rural areas.