Our Mission

RHENSOM is focused on improving the health of our rural communities through implementing and facilitating innovative, evidence-based programs and interventions.

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Walk with Ease

Learn how to safely make physical activity part of your everyday life.

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Nutrition Education

Our nutrition education and cooking classes offers a positive, hands-on experience with healthy foods for youth.

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Latest News & Events

"RIDE ON!" For Complete Streets

September 9, 2018

Support "RIDE ON!" For Complete Streets on Sunday, September 9th, 2018. Enjoy 62, 32, (21 "Gravel Grinder" ride) 3-mile road rides during the beautiful fall season in upstate New York. Starting at 8am, start times will be staggered to encourage support for all riders at end of the rides. Complete...

Senior Picnic in the Park

July 19, 2018

our upcoming Senior Picnic held at Glimmerglass State Park on Thursday, July 19th, beginning at 10:30am. We have a lot of great activities planned including horseshoes, Bingo, corn hole, live music, Tai Chi demonstrations and a guided gentle hike by Otsego County Conservation Association. We would be grateful...

May Newsletter

May 22, 2018

Junior Iron Chief 2018 Getting young adults to cook is one strategy for educating youth to take their future health into their own hands. The 5th annual Jr....

Healthy Living for your brain and body

May 17, 2018

For centuries, we've know that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the...

Living Healthier

April 6, 2018

The Otsego County Department of Health is hosting the 2018 Living Healthier Expo at The Foothills Performing Arts Center in Oneonta April 6-7. Through the generous support of Leatherstocking Collaborative Health Partners, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield, and NYCM Insurance

School Nurse Symposium 2018

March 22, 2018

The annual School Nurse Symposium will be taking place on Thursday March 22nd 2018 presented by The Rural Health Education Network of Schoharie, Otsego and Montgomery Counties Co-sponsored by the Zone 7 New York State Association of School Nurses. span...