OUR INITIATIVES
Lunch and Learn
The FAITH Network host educational virtual events were we provide health education and opportunities for communities to become involved in research. You can view previous lunch and learns below.
FAITH Network Advocates
In Arkansas, 1 of every 9 adults has diabetes. We partner with communities to defeat it.
Concierge Services
The FAITH Network now has a COVID-19 Concierge Service to provide support to faith leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This service provides information and other resources related to COVID-19 to faith leaders.
When you sign up, the Faith Network will:
- Provide you with health education through our email newsletter and webinars
- Give you supplies from the “Stop the Spread” Distribution Center (such as hand sanitizer, thermometers, and masks)
- Let you know about COVID-19 vaccine events that your faith members can attend or that you can host
- Connect you with:
- Health professionals who can answer your questions about COVID-19
- The Arkansas Department of Health’s Office of Faith-Based Outreach for other resources
After you sign up, you will work with a community health worker who will help you get the resources you need.
Where can I get these Services?
Arkansas
Ashley
Bradley
Chicot
Cleveland
Desha
Drew
Jefferson
Lee
Lincoln
Monroe
Phillips
Prairie
St. Francis
How much does this service cost?
There is no cost to sign-up or participant in this service.
After I sign up, do I have to do anything?
No. You do not have to do anything. We are here to serve you! You can stop at any time.
How do I sign-up for the COVID-19 Concierge Service?
If you would like to sign up for this service or learn more, please:
- Contact Tamier Wells at TLWells@uams.edu or 501-779-8794
- https://redcap.link/FNConciergeService
This program is funded by the Blue and You Foundation.
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