Community Information
Kearney County and surrounding communities play a vital role in the success of Kearney County Health Services. We strive to meet our patients and residents satisfaction. We are continually looking for ways to make improvements, and it is important for our administration and employees to be involved in the community.
Educational Opportunities
Kearney County Health Services is pleased to offer educational opportunities to the community.
- CPR classes (BLS for Healthcare Providers AND Heartsaver CPR / First Aid) are offered monthly. Please see the CPR Education page or email cpr@kchs.org for a listing of available classes and times.
Community Health Assessment
A Community Health Needs Assessment is an assessment that identifies health needs and issues through data collection and analysis. In other words – what is our community in need of and how can Kearney County Health Services assist in obtaining those services or resources. The Community Health Assessment was developed by a planning committee that included participation from approximately 20 Kearney County Stakeholders in conjunction with Two Rivers Public Health Department. The report documents the participant’s observations and insights. The data is then analyzed to determine potential community engagement projects.
The most recent Community Health Needs Assessment is available for viewing here:
2023 Community Health Needs Assessment
Nebraska Hospitals Community Benefits Report
Nebraska Hospital Association has published their 2024 report on Community Benefits.
“Nebraska’s hospitals are the cornerstone of health and wellness for individuals in the communities they serve. Hospitals also drive economic growth within
these communities,” stated Jeremy Nordquist, NHA President.
Read the report here: NHA Community Benefits Report
The Importance of Rural Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare entities are vital to rural communities. They provide residents of those communities with much needed healthcare options without the need to travel long distances. Staffing for healthcare can come from many avenues – one being homegrown talent. Check out the video featuring Minden natives, Dr. John (Andy) Craig and Dr. Cade Craig, discussing their start in the KHOP program and where they are now!
Strong rural health IS a strong rural Nebraska. This is the exciting story of how Nebraska is harnessing the power of homegrown talent to fill health care shortages in communities across the state. Meet the Craig brothers in rural Minden, Nebraska.
Video developed by Nebraska Rural Health Association:
In The News
Dr. Andy Craig Receives Outstanding Rural Health Practitioner Award – The Minden Courier
Dr. Doug Althouse-Family Medicine Close to Home – I Love Rural Health
KCHS Earns Trauma Designation – The Minden Courier
KCHS Wound Care Opens at Kearney County Health Services – The Minden Courier
KCHS Awarded for Efforts to Improve Rural Stroke Care – The Minden Courier
Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC)
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Contact
Address: 727 East 1st Street
Minden, NE 68959
Phone: 308-832-3400
Email: info@kchs.org
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