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Resources for those in rural communities living with lupus and other rheumatic conditions.

 

In this video Dr. Leslie Jackson, a clinical rheumatologist with Grande Ronde Hospital and Clinics, shares practical advice and real-world insights to help people living with lupus and other rheumatic diseases overcome the unique challenges of receiving care far from major medical centers.

Bridging the Distance:  Lupus Care in Rural Communities.

A series of videos that address the unique challenges faced by those living with lupus in rural communities. Each 10-minute video delivers practical information in a concise, easy-to-digest format. Videos will include:

  • Preparing for Your Rheumatology Appointment;
  • Communicating with Your Lupus Care Team;
  • Understanding Lupus Flares, Infections and Urgent Symptoms;
  • Managing Medications, Insurance and Access Challenges, and
  • Myths versus Reality - What to Expect at an Infusion Clinic.

Resources for Rural Patients

OREGON

NATIONAL (U.S.)

If you are in need of immediate emergency medical help, dial 911.

 

Do you have a healthcare provider?

If you already have a healthcare provider, start by talking with them. They know your medical history and can help you determine which resources and services are most appropriate for your situation.

If you do not have a healthcare provider, contact your county health agency, local clinics or hospitals.  The lists organized by county can be found near the bottom of this page.

 

Do you have a primary care physician?

Your primary care provider (PCP) is often your most important advocate and can coordinate referrals, connect you with specialists, and help you navigate your care.

Here is a link to KFL's video with information on the importance of PCPs and the early diagnosis of lupus: https://youtu.be/51yoEobG6u0

 

For general information and resources in Oregon, you can try these organizations as well:

 

211info.org

211info.org has one of the best sites serving rural and urban Oregon and Southwest Washington.

It is a free, statewide resource directory connecting individuals to financial assistance, transportation, food, housing, utility assistance, healthcare resources, and other essential services.

FCH Coordinators help people navigate prenatal and postpartum care, children’s health programs, breastfeeding support, WIC, home visiting programs, STI testing, and breast and cervical cancer screenings. They also help locate essential items like formula, diapers, cribs, and car seats.

To connect with the FCH team, call 211, text “health” or “salud” to 898211, or email [email protected].

Here's the link: https://www.211info.org/get-help/health-care/

 

The Oregon Health Plan (OHP/Medicaid)

For many rural patients, especially those with chronic illnesses like lupus, the Oregon Health Plan (OHP) is Oregon's medical assistance program. It provides health care coverage for people from all walks of life. This includes working families, children, pregnant adults, single adults and seniors.

Link: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/hsd/ohp/pages/index.aspx

 

The Oregon Office of Rural Health (ORH) has been the coordinating body for rural and frontier health in Oregon since 1979. ORH partnered with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in 1989 to increase its ability to bring statewide resources to rural areas.

The ORH is mostly a resource for hospitals, not patients. However if you have questions about rural hospitals and clinics in Oregon, you can call the office at 503-494-4450.

Healthcare Resources in Rural Oregon by County

Benton County Health Department operates rural health centers in both Benton and Linn Counties, with a central office in Corvallis. Services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, health navigator and school-based health centers.

 

Benton Health Services

(541) 766-6835

630 NW 27th St., Corvallis, OR 97330

https://health.bentoncountyor.gov/

This office combines public health, primary care, behavioral health, and family support services under one organization, with a mission focused on improving community health, particularly for underserved populations.

 

East Linn Health Center

(541) 766-0200

100 Mullins Drive, Suite A-1, Lebanon, OR 97355

https://clinics.bentoncountyor.gov/east-linn-health-center/

 

Monroe Health Center

(541) 766-6000

610 Dragon Drive, Monroe, OR 97456

https://clinics.bentoncountyor.gov/monroe-health-center/

 

Sweet Home Health Center

(541) 766-3533

1023 Main Street, Sweet Home, OR 97386

https://clinics.bentoncountyor.gov/sweet-home-health-center/

 

 

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