New “Rural Strong” grant opportunity for South Dakota providers
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is encouraging members to explore a significant new funding opportunity aimed at strengthening rural health care...
2026 Rural Health Leaders Conference – Registration now open
For a century, SDAHO has helped shape and strengthen healthcare across South Dakota’s communities. From small rural hospitals to long-term care providers, dedicated leaders...
Two SD hospitals recognized among NRHA Top Rural and Community Hospitals
The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) has announced the 20 highest-ranked prospective payment system (PPS) hospitals in the country based on an evaluation by...
New Resources for Members: Navigating Rural Health Transformation Funding
SDAHO has developed a new tip sheet for members to help organizations identify and apply for funding opportunities available through the South Dakota Rural...
Rural Initiatives: SDAHO and Southeast SD AHEC partner to strengthen the health care workforce...
A strong health care workforce begins with early exposure, hands-on learning, and meaningful mentorship. Through a growing partnership, the South Dakota Association of Healthcare...
Rural Health Transformation Project moves forward in South Dakota
The South Dakota Department of Health shares key details on website
Earlier this month, Governor Larry Rhoden signed HB 1044 into law, granting the...
Rural Initiatives: Looking Back
It has been one year since SDAHO’s Quality Department was rebranded as Rural Health Initiatives, a strategic shift that reflects the growing and diverse...
SDAHO’s Rave offers Op-Ed on Rural Health Transformation Fund
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) President and CEO Tim Rave recently shared his perspective on the future of rural health care...
SDAHO’s Tim Rave offers counterpoint article to criticism of the Rural Health Transformation Fund
Rural Health Funding Isn’t a Handout — It’s a Lifeline
Earlier this month, South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) President and CEO Tim Rave...
Federal Update from SDAHO Advocacy Team
Federal Continuing Resolution Extends Key Rural Health Programs
Earlier this week, the U.S. Senate advanced a continuing resolution (C.R.) to fund the federal government...
