Community Health
A Resource Page for ACMH Community Health Programs and Partners.
As a hospital deeply rooted in the well-being of our community, ACMH actively fosters programs and partnerships to address critical health needs both in and beyond our walls. We work collaboratively to promote preventive care and reduce health disparities, ensuring support reaches those who need it most. The following programs and partnerships are part of our ongoing commitment to advancing health equity and building a healthier, more resilient community together.
As a hospital deeply rooted in the well-being of our community, ACMH actively fosters programs and partnerships to address critical health needs both in and beyond our walls. We work collaboratively to promote preventive care and reduce health disparities, ensuring support reaches those who need it most. The following programs and partnerships are part of our ongoing commitment to advancing health equity and building a healthier, more resilient community together.
Pennsylvania 211: A Resource for You...
ACMH has partnered with Pennsylvania 211 to help you "Get Connected. Get Help."™
If you need to connect with resources in your community, but don’t know where to look, PA 211 is a great place to start. From help with a utilities bill, to housing assistance, after-school programs for kids, and more, you can dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 to talk with a resource specialist for free. Specialists will listen to your needs, and give you information on programs in your community that might be able to help.
Get Connected
If you need to connect with resources in your community, but don’t know where to look, PA 211 is a great place to start. From help with a utilities bill, to housing assistance, after-school programs for kids, and more, you can dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 to talk with a resource specialist for free. Specialists will listen to your needs, and give you information on programs in your community that might be able to help.
Get Connected
The ACMH Community Health Navigator Program
The ACMH Community Health Navigator program is designed to help you access the support you need to improve your health and quality of life.
- Do you frequently visit the emergency room?
- Do you repeatedly miss doctor’s appointments?
- Are you unable to afford your prescription medications?
- Do you abuse alcohol or illegal substances?
- Do you have mental health concerns?
- Are you struggling to pay your bills?
- Do you lack access to food?
- Do you feel unsafe in your home?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, consider contacting the ACMH Community Health Navigator.
Our Community Health Navigator can:
- Assess your eligibility for social services
- Connect you with applicable community resources
- Assist with scheduling appropriate follow-up care
CONTACT:
Alyssa Bachman
Community Health Navigator
Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
bachmana@acmh.org
(724) 548-3861
Nutrition: A Critical Link to Your Health
The ACMH Food Pantry and Care Package Program: Making a difference, one meal at a time... ACMH offers two FREE programs designed to address food insecurity within the ACMH patient population: The FOOD BANK AT ACMH and the CARE PACKAGE PROGRAM.
The Food Pantry at ACMH
The idea behind the ACMH Emergency Food Pantry is that we will bridge the gap for our patients and help to create relationships with organizations that can assist them as long as they need.
The Care Package Program
The mission of the program is to provide nutritious food to patients in need, following their discharge from the hospital. Eligible patients receive three days worth of healthy frozen meals, including specific items for diabetic and cardiac diets.
More information on the ACMH Food Pantry and Care Package Program
Armstrong County Community Action Partnership (ACCAP)
The ACCAP vision is to empower every individual and family to achieve lasting independence. They do this by providing direct services to meet their immediate and continuous needs, connecting them to essential resources, as well as offering sustainable solutions. Collaborating with partners, they provide the support that builds a community where self-reliance and prosperity flourish, reducing the need for government aid.
More information on ACCAP
The Food Pantry at ACMH
The idea behind the ACMH Emergency Food Pantry is that we will bridge the gap for our patients and help to create relationships with organizations that can assist them as long as they need.
The Care Package Program
The mission of the program is to provide nutritious food to patients in need, following their discharge from the hospital. Eligible patients receive three days worth of healthy frozen meals, including specific items for diabetic and cardiac diets.
More information on the ACMH Food Pantry and Care Package Program
Armstrong County Community Action Partnership (ACCAP)
The ACCAP vision is to empower every individual and family to achieve lasting independence. They do this by providing direct services to meet their immediate and continuous needs, connecting them to essential resources, as well as offering sustainable solutions. Collaborating with partners, they provide the support that builds a community where self-reliance and prosperity flourish, reducing the need for government aid.
More information on ACCAP
Mental Health and Substance Abuse: Help and Support
SUBSTANCE ABUSE CRISIS HOTLINE
Armstong Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program's Crisis Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Call: 1-877-333-2470
ACMH Behavioral Health Program
ACMH Behavioral Health is an acute inpatient behavioral health unit in which a multidisciplinary team provides care to individuals with behavioral health diagnoses in a safe, structured environment. Unique features of the program include private rooms, age appropriate programming, small patient-to-satff ratio and free parking for patients and family members. Services include:
ARMOT - Addiction Recovery Mobile Outreach Team
ARMOT provides case management and recovery support services to adults and adolescents with substance use disorders. Program staff encourage patients to involve their families in the recovery process so that ARMOT staff can educate families on the types of support their loved ones will need at home. The Addiction Recovery Mobile Outreach Team (ARMOT) is a collaboration of:
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
More information on SAMHSA
Armstong Indiana Behavioral and Developmental Health Program's Crisis Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Call: 1-877-333-2470
ACMH Behavioral Health Program
ACMH Behavioral Health is an acute inpatient behavioral health unit in which a multidisciplinary team provides care to individuals with behavioral health diagnoses in a safe, structured environment. Unique features of the program include private rooms, age appropriate programming, small patient-to-satff ratio and free parking for patients and family members. Services include:
- Psychiatry
- Therapeutic & Educational Groups
- Medication Education
- Recreational Activities
- Family Meetings
- Social Service and Case Management Support
- Internal Medicine and Specialty Consults as needed
- Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies as needed
ARMOT - Addiction Recovery Mobile Outreach Team
ARMOT provides case management and recovery support services to adults and adolescents with substance use disorders. Program staff encourage patients to involve their families in the recovery process so that ARMOT staff can educate families on the types of support their loved ones will need at home. The Addiction Recovery Mobile Outreach Team (ARMOT) is a collaboration of:
- Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission (AICDAC)
- ACMH Hospital
- Clarion Hospital
- IRMC
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Call or text 988
Disaster Distress Helpline
24/7 Crisis Counseling for emotional distress related to a disaster.
1-800-985-5990
National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service.
1-800-622-HELP(4357)
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Call or text 988
Disaster Distress Helpline
24/7 Crisis Counseling for emotional distress related to a disaster.
1-800-985-5990
National Helpline
Free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service.
1-800-622-HELP(4357)
More information on SAMHSA
AICDAC
The mission of the Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission is to address the abuse and destructive effects of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs through prevention, intervention, treatment, and case management. Our prevention specialist can help you find the right program for your needs. Our Case Managers and Certified Recovery Specialists can help you in finding solutions for treatment. At AICDAC, we help to remove barriers for individuals seeking recovery.
More information on IACDAC
ARC Manor
ARC Manor provides compassionate and holistic care to support growth for individuals to find their own path of recovery while promoting healthy well-being. ARC Manor strives to create a nonjudgmental environment that fosters a sense of belonging and community, while remaining flexible to meet the individualized needs of those seeking our support.
- Treatment: For more than 40 years, ARC Manor has been providing high quality treatment services to help people overcome problems with drugs and alcohol.
- Outreach: Outreach services are provided to parents, churches, schools, businesses, social service agencies, health care professionals, and the community at large.
- Intervention: Those in need can reach our qualified, caring staff 24 hours a day by calling our Toll Free Warmline at 1-800-323-1333.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline:
Call: 988
https://988lifeline.org/
Armstrong County Crisis:
Call: 1-877-333-2470
Text: 1-877-565-7744
https://www.aibdhp.org/
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration:
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplines/national-helpline
211: A PORTAL FOR HELP AND RESOURCES
ACMH has partnered with Pennsylvania 211: A comprehensive source of information about local resources and services in the region. It is powered by thousands of caring, local experts who are available to help 24/7.