E v e n t s

Gender Reveal Party

Is Anne Owens expecting a boy, or a girl?

You’re invited to a community benefit. Refreshments served.

Advancing Healthcare Workforce Development

Research, tools, and regional approaches. Hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis at HealthForce Kentucky.

Join us to explore innovative approaches for strengthening the healthcare workforce pipeline in rural communities. Learn about research and data tools that help demonstrate and quantify why healthcare workforce development is essential to economic vitality. Discover how regional networks drive success in recruitment and retention, and see HealthForce Kentucky’s transformative program space firsthand. This half-day, hybrid event brings together educators, economic development practitioners, funders, healthcare leaders, and community stakeholders to share proven solutions and forge partnerships that advance rural healthcare employment and strengthen local economies. In-person attendees will enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of HealthForce Kentucky’s cutting-edge facilities and dedicated networking time.

Who should attend

• Healthcare professionals
• Educators
• Economic development practitioners
• Funders
• Community leaders
• Workforce development practitioners

Wound Foundations Class

Wound assessment, dressing selection, and factors that influence healing.

Objectives

• Distinguish between healthy and nonviable wound bed tissues and underlying structures.
• Differentiate between types of wounds including pressure injuries, infected wounds, arterial, venous and diabetic ulcers.
• Select and perform wound dressings based on wound characteristics, patient needs, and product guidelines.
• Identify additional factors that influence wound healing and initiate referrals as needed.

To obtain CEs, attend the entire session and complete the evaluation. See the flyer for accreditation details.

Otter Clinic

A day of big adventures for little patients.

Adopt your very own otter and explore the world of healthcare. Visit hands-on stations, meet healthcare heroes, assess your otter’s health, take x-rays, test labs, and learn about medicine. Take home your otter certificate. For ages birth through elementary.