Last Updated: March 10, 2025
The Virginia State Office of Rural Health (VA-SORH) plays a crucial role in partnering with rural communities. The VA-SORH identifies long-term solutions to ensure the health and prosperity of all Virginians.
They fulfill this mission by:
- providing technical assistance
- offering regulatory updates
- providing resources
- fostering collaboration within communities throughout the Commonwealth
As part of the Virginia Department of Health, the State Office of Rural Health developed a formal action plan to showcase the resiliency and highlight the assets of the Commonwealth’s rural communities. The Virginia Rural Health Plan 2022-2026 outlines seven priority areas aimed at providing a comprehensive evaluation of the overall health and well-being of Virginia’s rural communities.
These priorities include:
- Education
- Broadband
- Nutrition and Food Security
- Healthy Moms and Babies
- Access to Health Care Services
- Behavioral Health, Substance Use Disorder and Recovery
- Employment/Workforce Development
Learn more about the health plan by visiting the VA-SORH website.
Stay informed about Virginia rural health issues and important updates by following the VA-SORH Facebook account.