Rural Health Transformation Program Appoints Community Advisory Council Members

BOSTON — The Healey-Driscoll administration announced the members of the Rural Health Transformation Program’s Community Advisory Council, which will provide guidance as the state distributes the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) funding from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve healthcare access, quality, and outcomes in rural communities across the state over the next five years. Click here to access the membership list.

“Rural communities understand their healthcare challenges and opportunities better than anyone, and their voices need to be at the center of this work,” Gov. Maura Healey said. “The members of this council bring valuable experience and perspectives from across Massachusetts, and their guidance will help us make thoughtful investments that improve care, expand access, and support healthier communities statewide.”

This council is part of an ongoing commitment to center community voices in the Rural Health Transformation Program by providing feedback, insights, and on-the-ground perspectives. Input from the council will help guide program development and support sound, community-informed decision making across the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) when distributing these funds. Council membership intentionally reflects a range of populations, organizations, and geographic areas, allowing for a broad range of insight into the needs of rural areas in the state.

“From the Cape to the Berkshires, we have incredible talent ready to meet this moment and identify opportunities for rural communities in critical fields from preventive healthcare to workforce development and technology,” Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Kiame Mahaniah said. “I am deeply grateful to all of the leaders who have signed on to the Community Advisory Council. Their guidance will be critical to the success of the Rural Health Transformation Program.”