August 6-12 is National Health Center Week

Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs). National Health Center Week is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 30 million patients across 14,500 communities annually.

2023 Theme: The Roadmap to a Stronger America

Community Health Centers serve as the beacon of strength, service, and care in their communities. In moments of pain and loss, they offer support and love. In moments of triumph, they offer hope and a vision for the future.

This year’s National Health Center Week theme takes us on a virtual road trip across America, highlighting the achievements and amazing work being done at Community Health Centers in every state and territory.

Celebrate the uniqueness of your community and get to know others as we journey across the U.S. together!

Each day of NCHW 2023 is dedicated to a particular focus area:(Click titles to find out more)

Sunday, 8/6: Public Health in Housing Day
Monday, 8/7: Healthcare for the Homeless Day
Tuesday, 8/8: Agricultural Worker Health Day
Wednesday, 8/9: Patient Appreciation Day
Thursday, 8/10: Stakeholder Appreciation Day
Friday, 8/11: Health Center Staff Appreciation Day
Saturday, 8/12: Children’s Health Day

Coordinating NHCW celebrations around the corresponding focus days showcase the innovative ways Community Health Centers provide high-quality care, improve health outcomes, and narrow health disparities in their communities.

However, events do not have to coincide exactly with respective dates and are simply meant to serve as a roadmap to enhance activities. Coordinating local efforts around these themes helps maximize the national impact of the collective Community Health Center message.

Activities & Event Ideas

There are lots of creative ways that Community Health Centers can celebrate National Health Center Week. Below are some ideas to get you started!

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