Accordia Health holds Open House to unveil new services, new partnership, facility improvements
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Superintendent of Education David Stover Jr. with AltaPointe Health representatives at Accordia Health’s Open House. Photo submitted
Rockford representatives visit with State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris during Accordia’s Open House, a collaboration with the Coosa County Health Department and Rockford Pharmacy. Pictured from left are Harris, Town Clerk Lesle Nelson, Mayor Scott White, and Police Chief George Fanning. Photo submitted
Sen. Clyde Chambliss stops in to visit during Accordia’s Open House with Rockford Pharmacy and the Coosa County Health Department. Photo submitted
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Accordia Health, in partnership with the Alabama Department of Public Health and Rockford Pharmacy, were thrilled to have the residents of Coosa County join them at an Open House last Thursday, November 30, at the facility in Rockford.
The event provided an opportunity for community members to explore the newly renovated facility, connect with medical staff and learn more about the collaboration to bring high-quality healthcare to the area.
“Delivering high-quality healthcare to Coosa County is more than a commitment – it is a recognition of the transformative effect that accessible and comprehensive healthcare can have on the well-being of a community. Our extension of services and collaboration with the Coosa County Health Department and Rockford Pharmacy is not just about addressing healthcare disparities; it affirms that every individual deserves the utmost in primary and behavioral healthcare, regardless of where they live,” said Tuerk Schlesinger, CEO of Accordia Health.
State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said, “I am pleased to announce the reopening of the Coosa County Health Department. This partnership with Accordia Health and Rockford Pharmacy reflects our dedication to enhancing local healthcare accessibility, ensuring the well-being of Coosa County residents, and fostering a healthier community for generations to come.”
In addition to welcoming the Coosa County Health Department back to town, Rockford Pharmacy is now open and serving the residents, as well. Pharmacy services close to home ensures that individuals can easily obtain their medications, receive personalized advice and actively engage in preventive care, contributing to overall community well-being.
“We are excited to be part of the Rockford community and bring with us a commitment to make the health and well being of Coosa County residents our priority,” said Leigh Ann Armstrong, RPh, Rockford Pharmacy.
Accordia Health provides primary and behavioral health care services to 45,000 people of all ages living in Coosa County and Mobile County in Southwest Alabama.
Accordia Health is recognized by the Federal Health Resources and Services Administration as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), meaning that it is a safety-net provider of health care regardless of patients’ ability to pay. Discounts are offered on services based on a sliding fee scale depending on household size and income.
Medical services offered at the clinic include treatment for allergic reactions, flu, fever, and sinus infections; management of chronic diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, obesity, and asthma; family planning; annual check-ups; and medical screenings and lab testing.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, the Accordia Health clinic receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.
For more information visit www.accordia-health.org or call Accordia’s Rockford office at 256-377-8008. Accordia Health, the Coosa County Health Department and Rockford Pharmacy are all located along U.S. Highway 231 in Rockford, sharing one building space.
