Our Milestones
Key events that have shaped HCC Network’s mission and growth.
'04
Foundation Year
HCC Network was established with a mission to provide accessible healthcare services to rural communities.
'07
Partners Established
HCC partners with LiveWell Community Health Centers.
'09
Workplace Wellness Program Launches
Launched various community outreach programs aimed at education and prevention, significantly impacting local health outcomes. (September)
'10
Transportation Program
Free transportation vouchers (e.g. gas cards) offered for medical and dental visits. (December)
'11
Health Care Information Technology Initiative
Healthcare IT Initiative brings EMRs and telehealth to patients in rural communities. Watch Video Here. (September)
'11
EMR Devices
HCC providers receive 31 electronic medical record equipped computers. (November)
'12
Rebranding
HCC rebrands to reflect expansion of our reach. Changed from Health Care Coalition to Health Care Collaborative of Rural Missouri. (January)
'14
Live Health Live Well Program Recap
HCC started several programs to impact healthier life shoices including healthy school curriculum, workplace wellness, walking paths and smoke free policy advocacy. Read full report here.Â
'15
HCC of Lafayette County's Heath Information Technology Workgroup
HCC works to ensure the quality and sustainability of rural West Central Missouri’s health services through the use of technology. Read full report here.Â
'15
Mobile Dental Unit Roll Out
Mobile Dental Unit offers dental services, cleanings and extractions for schools and community health days. Read more here. (May)
'15
Expands to Buckner & Carrollton
HCC Network expands LiveWell clinics to Buckner and Carrollton. (August)
'15
First Project Connect
HCC partner hosts first Project Connect. (November) Read Project Summary Here.Â
'15
Community Outreach Programs
Launched various community outreach programs aimed at education and prevention, significantly impacting local health outcomes.
'16
RuralHires.org
HCC launches rural job site. (September)
'16
Warehouse Opens
HCC opens its Warehouse which provided over $650,000 of in-kind donations its first year. (June)
'16
Veteran's Choice Provider
LiveWell designated as Veteran’s Choice Provider (October)
'16
Community Outreach Programs
Launched various community outreach programs aimed at education and prevention, significantly impacting local health outcomes.
'17
340B Program Offered
340B Drug Pricing Program allows area patients to buy drugs at a discount from manufacturers.Â
'18
1st Annual Picadilly Dinner & Auction
1st Annual Picadilly Dinner & Auction. HCC has grown to 95 employees strong. (November)
'19
Rural Health Value Project Completed for HCC
Read the full report here by the University of Iowa. (February)
'19
Migrant Worker Dental Care
Migrant workers receive dental care. (April)
'21
Behavioral Health Services Begin in Independence, MO
HCC Partnered with Comprehensive Mental Health Services to provide Behavioral Health services in Independence, MO (August)
'23
New Carrollton Location Ribbon Cutting
Partnered with Burrell Behavioral Health to open new Carrollton location. (September)
'24
Warehouse Remodel Ribbon Cutting
The 7,500 squarefoot Warehouse space was remodeled to include an office space, board meeting room and updated warehouse space for community in-kind donations. (October)
Get Involved with HCC Network
Be a part of our mission to strengthen rural communities! Whether you want to volunteer, attend our events, or support our initiatives, your involvement can make a significant impact. Join HCC Network today and help us create healthier, more resilient communities.
