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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Our Mission

RHENSOM is focused on improving the health of our rural communities through implementing and facilitating innovative, evidence-based programs and interventions. The underserved community health needs in our area, which have been identified through research, are addressed by promoting excellence and innovation in health education.

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Latest News & Events

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...

Jr. Iron Chef

February 16, 2018

2018 registration packets can be found here

Oneonta Indoor Walk

February 10, 2018

Fox Care Center will be holding their Second Annual Indoor walk on Saturday February 10th...

Mike Nerney Training on 2/8/18

February 8, 2018

Adolescent Brain, High Risk Behavior, and Addiction By Mike Nerney. February 8, 2018 from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Held at: Holiday Inn State Highway 30, Johnstown, NY 12095 RSVP to rlauria@hfm-preventioncouncil.com 518-736-8188...