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INDIANA COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
IUP and IRMC Continue Collaboration on Rural Health Care
Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC) celebrated National Rural Health Day on Nov. 17 with the launch of a podcast, “Rural Health Pulse.” The podcast, which will be available for free from the IRMC website, will have monthly episodes.It includes professionals from IRMC and from IUP and is recorded by students in the IUP Department of Communications Media. It is produced by Christina Koren, UP Director of Strategic Partnerships. Dr. Jim Kinneer, Chief Human Resources Officer, will serve as the “host” for the shows. The podcasts are part of a continued collaboration between IUP and IRMC on the topic of rural health care, focusing on issues and stories im- pacting the health of the region and programs and initiatives designed to improve healthcare and wellness. “The podcast episodes cover an array of initiatives focused on advancing rural health care,” Dr. Kinneer said. “The interviews are designed to help to shine a light on these important efforts and vital contributors. It has been inspiring to hear firsthand about these endeavors while further- ing our ongoing partnership with IUP,” he said. For the full article visit, https:/Atinyurl.conv/ht4f333z
U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Jr. Convenes Roundtable Discussion at IUP
U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Jr. recently convened a roundtable discussion at IUP to address rural healthcare workforce and economic needs — and opportunities - in western Pennsylvania, specifically connected to IUP and to Indiana Regional Medical Center. The discussion provided an op- portunity for leaders from both organizations to share and offer expertise for workforce and development needs, priorities. and opportunities. “This very timely discussion recognized the ongoing changes in the regional hospital and health care systems and how it impacts IUP in prepar- ing our students for careers in this critically important field,” |UP President Dr. Michael Driscoll said. “It was a very fruitful discussion that included exciting and innovative ideas highlighting our successes and identifying opportunities for us to help to generate more graduates in health-related fields.” President Driscoll praised Senator Casey for his foresight and commitment to this important issue, and for conveying the roundtable discussion. “Supporting growth in health care education and workforce development, along with innovation and equipment enhancements are key to the health of our communities, and we appreciate our legislative leaders, like Senator Casey, for the ongoing work and focus on this issue,” Presi- dent Driscoll said. For the full article visit, https://tinyurl.com/47ekurSh
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BUSINESS ASSISTANCE UPDATE
801 Water Street Indiana, PA 15701-1705 724-465-2662
Detailed information about the following business parks and buildings are available on the CEO Website, IndianaCountvCEO.com
The Indiana County Center for Economic Operations (CEO)is a partnership organization dedicated to promoting the County as a great place to invest, work, live, learn, and play. The CEO's missionis to foster the right environment for job creation, capital investment and professional success through business services, site selection,financing, and workforce development.
- Corporate Campus Business Park - Corporate Campus Office Building
* Interchange Center - 119 Business Park
- Windy Ridge Business & Technology Park
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CEO SERVICES
Indiana County's Revolving Loan Fund programsfill the “gap” between the business's equity and the amountthe lender is willing to extend for a project. The County administers the Indiana County Revolving Loan Fund and the Greater Indiana Enterprise Zone Loan Fund. These two financing programsoffer a low-interest rate, flexible loan terms and in . . . . retum, the business must either create employment opportunities or re- tain existing jobs. Loans may be usedfor land and building acquisition, purchase of machinery and equipment, and/or working capital. To leam more, contact the Indiana County Office of Planning & Developmentor visit, www.indianacountyceo.com. . .
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