2025 Community Health Needs Assessment

Care Informed By You: Shaping the Future of Healthcare in Our Community

Ray County Hospital and Healthcare is inviting all community members to participate in its ongoing Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), a vital process that will shape the future of healthcare services in our area. Through the CHNA, the hospital seeks to identify and address the most pressing health needs of the community, ensuring that everyone receives the care they need.

What is a Community Health Needs Assessment

A Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is a comprehensive process conducted every three years by non-profit hospitals like Ray County Hospital and Healthcare. It involves collecting data on health outcomes, risk factors, and the social conditions that impact well-being in the community. In addition to analyzing data, the hospital actively gathers input from residents, public health professionals, and local leaders to better understand the community’s most pressing health challenges. The findings from the CHNA help guide the development of targeted strategies aimed at improving health outcomes and enhancing overall quality of life in Ray County.

How Do I participate?

To launch the CHNA process, Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has released an online survey beginning June 17th. The survey invites all community members to share their perspectives on the most pressing health concerns in the area and how the hospital can better meet local needs. Your input is essential in helping shape the hospital’s priorities and future health initiatives.

– Survey Link: Take the Survey By Clicking Here
– Deadline: July 17th

Following the survey, Ray County Hospital will compile survey findings and gather further community input. 

Care Informed By you

At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, we believe the best way to serve our community is by listening to those who call it home. The CHNA isn’t just a requirement—it’s our commitment to understanding and addressing the health needs of our region. Your input is vital, and together, we can build a healthier future for everyone.

About Ray County hospital and healthcare

Since 1956, Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has proudly served the residents of Ray County and surrounding communities with compassionate, reliable, and affordable healthcare.

Over the decades, we have remained a trusted cornerstone of local health services, evolving with the times to meet the changing needs of our patients. As the landscape of healthcare delivery continues to shift, so do we—adapting, growing, and embracing innovation to better serve our community.

At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, we are more than just a provider—we are a steadfast guardian of your health. Our commitment is to ensure that individuals and families throughout our region have access to exceptional medical care, delivered with integrity, expertise, and a personal touch—when and where they need it most.


For more Information

Tim Braun
Executive Director, Population Health 
Phone: (816) 256-2149 
Mobile: (660) 973-5320 
Email: tim.braun@rayhealthcare.org 
904 Wollard Blvd. 
Richmond, MO 64085