Host Tim Rabolt sits down with Amy Snodgrass and Tina Persinger from Calhoun County, West Virginia to share the story of how a rural community transformed local input into a thriving drop-in center. Amy and Tina discuss the county’s local champion, the development of a new building, and the measurable impact, while offering practical advice for other rural communities seeking to build something similar.
Jun 4
32 min
In this two‑part conversation, host Tim Rabolt speaks with Lisa Willis Gidley of 4C Health and Dr. Deborah Casper of the University of Alabama to explore what effective youth prevention looks like in rural communities. In the first part, the discussion spans early‑intervention strategies, school partnerships, and evidence‑based curricula with Dr. Deborah Casper. In the second part, the discussion shifts into school‑based behavioral health models with Lisa Willis Gidley. Together, they highlig...
Jun 2
37 min
In this two‑part episode, host Tim Rabolt explores how peers are reshaping care delivery in hospital environments. Part 1 features Lindsay Westbrook and Sean Hopler from Summit Healthcare, who recount early skepticism, breakthrough patient encounters, and the measurable outcomes, like reduced behavioral hold hours, that followed integrating peer support into the emergency department. Part 2 expands the lens with a statewide perspective from Mike Krafick, who shares insights on training peers ...
Apr 28
43 min
In this episode of Rural Roads, host Tim Rabolt speaks with Eric Schoen from Community Chest in Nevada about the vital role of community health workers in addressing mental health needs in rural areas. They discuss the evolution of services, the impact of community health workers, and the challenges faced in providing care. The contents in this TA resource are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, JBS International, HRSA, H...
Mar 25
26 min
Join us in this episode as we discuss perinatal behavioral health with RCORP-TA expert leads: Kari Earle, Jenna Quigley, and Elizabeth Vaughn. In this podcast, we thoroughly explore the challenges, potential solutions, and strategies for providing crucial support to individuals throughout the various perinatal periods. The contents in this TA resource are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, JBS International, HRSA, ...
Feb 23
34 min
Rural transportation poses a lot of challenges and obstacles, but also some unique opportunities. Theresa Lemus joins the podcast as a guest-host to talk "Transportation Is Medicine" with Valerie Lefler, Executive Director and Founder of Feonix Mobility Rising and Amy Pina, Clinical Director, Coastal Plains Integrated Health. The contents in this TA resource are those of the author(s) alone and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by, JBS International, HRSA,...
Feb 15
32 min
Linda Edelman RN, PhD, FGSA, FAAN is a Professor of Nursing at the University of Utah. Her research focus is on improving access to care for older adults, particularly those living in rural areas or utilizing long-term services and supports. She leads workforce development research through her work with the Utah Rural Opioid HealthCare Consortium-Collaborative Care Model Program. She joins the show to talk in-depth about the unique aspects of farmer and ranch stress in rural communities. ...
Jan 28
28 min
In the second episode, Tim Rabolt and Dr. C delve into the critical topic of treatment retention for patients with opioid use disorder. Dr. C explains the distinction between treatment engagement and retention, emphasizing the need for continuous support and understanding of patient challenges. They discuss measurement strategies for retention and the importance of respecting patient autonomy regarding treatment duration. Additionally, practical strategies for improving appointment attendance...
Oct 7, 2025
11 min
In this episode, Tim Rabolt and Dr. C discuss the challenges faced by clinicians in engaging patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) in treatment. Dr. C highlights the importance of understanding patient autonomy and the need for clinicians to reframe their approach to treatment, emphasizing the "R" strategy: relearn, reframe, recognize, recommend, retain, and repeat. They also explore the value of non-clinical options, such as peer support, and suggest ways to normalize OUD treatment within ...
Oct 7, 2025
10 min
In this episode, Sue Gadacz, the Technical Expert Lead for West Central Alabama Area Health Education Center (AHEC), takes the role of guest host to discuss the importance of community health workers (CHWs) in rural communities. Discover how CHWs play a vital role in bridging healthcare gaps and promoting better health outcomes for rural populations. Learn how their work includes implementing SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) to identify and address substance us...
Sep 10, 2025
19 min
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