Clinton, MO – (July 27, 2026) – GVMH has been selected by the Missouri Department of Social Services to serve as a Hub Anchor organization for Missouri’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) through its Transformation of Rural Community Health (ToRCH) Care model.
This is a significant achievement for our organization and a reflection of the outstanding work each of you does every day to serve our patients and communities.
The Rural Health Transformation Program is a landmark $50 billion federal investment designed to reshape healthcare in rural communities across America. Through this initiative, Missouri is implementing the ToRCH Care model to strengthen healthcare coordination, improve health outcomes and address the unique needs of rural populations.
The Missouri Rural Health Transformation Office received 41 applications representing all 27 ToRCH Care Community Hub Areas across the state. Following a competitive review process, a single Hub Anchor organization was selected for each region. We are honored that GVMH was chosen to serve as the Hub 6 Anchor organization.
In this role, GVMH will help bring together healthcare providers, community organizations and regional stakeholders across Henry, Vernon, Bates and St. Clair counties to strengthen partnerships, improve care coordination and develop sustainable solutions to the healthcare challenges facing rural Missourians.
The ToRCH Care model is designed to create a more seamless healthcare experience by connecting healthcare providers and community organizations, improving access to services and resources, and addressing the factors that influence overall health. The program emphasizes local leadership and community-driven solutions tailored to the needs of each region.
Tara Dull, Executive Director of Compliance, and the GVMH Population Health team will lead these efforts on behalf of our organization. They will work closely with healthcare, social service and community partners throughout the region to identify needs, strengthen collaboration and advance initiatives that improve health outcomes for the communities we serve.
This designation reinforces GVMH’s role as a trusted healthcare leader and community partner. More importantly, it creates an opportunity for us to help shape the future of healthcare in west-central Missouri by working collaboratively to improve access, coordination and health outcomes for thousands of rural residents.
Thank you for the dedication, compassion and excellence that made this recognition possible. This achievement belongs to all of us. As we continue to grow our impact beyond the walls of our facilities, this designation allows GVMH to play an even greater role in building healthier communities, expanding access to resources and creating a stronger, more connected healthcare system for the region.
