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Recruitment and Retention: A Core Commitment at Piedmont AHEC

Recruitment and retention are critical components of a sustainable healthcare workforce, and they remain at the heart of Piedmont AHEC’s mission to support healthcare professionals across the eight-county Piedmont region of North Carolina. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, the need to attract and retain skilled professionals is more urgent than ever—particularly in rural areas where shortages are most pronounced.

In recent years, the healthcare and public health workforce has experienced significant stress and transition. National data indicates that some local health departments are operating with staffing levels up to 80% below capacity. This alarming shortage not only affects service delivery but also places added strain on existing professionals, making long-term retention even more challenging.

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The Power of Presence: How "What Do I Say?" Helps Us Face One of Life's Hardest Conversations

Learn how more than two decades later, the "What Do I Say?" program, provided by Piedmont AHEC and AuthoraCare Collective, continues to guide participants through one of life's most difficult realities.