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Char Thomas, Community Development Coordinator
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Email: Chardonnay.Thomas@davidraineschc.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Brentwood Hospital and David Raines Community Health Center sign Care Coordination agreement will positively impact mental health of [children, teens and adults]
Shreveport, Louisiana – March 21, 2025 – Brentwood Hospital, serving this community since 1971, along with David Raines Community Health Center (DRCHC) who also has been serving the healthcare needs of the community since its founding in 1971 are set to officially sign a Care Coordination agreement, formalizing a partnership that is anticipated to greatly benefit the Shreveport community and surrounding areas.
The partnership focuses on delivering a comprehensive, integrated approach to healthcare, combining primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services offered by David Raines with the specialized psychiatric care offered by Brentwood Hospital.
"We’re excited to partner with Brentwood to expand our reach across Northwest Louisiana. Our team is eager to care for the patients referred to us. This partnership is just one of many as we continue collaborating with community partners to provide exceptional care to those we serve." Said Wille White Chief Operating Officer, David Raines Community Health Centers.
Both Brentwood Hospital and the David Raines Community Health Center will refer patients to one another based on the medical and behavioral needs of individuals coming for care. Patients will experience a streamlined process that is more efficient, and patient centered.
Patients will enjoy access to:
· Preventative health screenings for both mental and physical health, provided at community events or in collaboration with local organizations
· Consumer friendly awareness campaigns highlighting the services offered by both organizations and the benefits of comprehensive healthcare
Mental health education workshops and health fairs, aimed at reducing stigma and encouraging individuals to seek intervention for behavioral health issues.
“We are thrilled to announce this partnership and are confident in the outcomes that patients will experience,” said William Weaver, CEO, Brentwood Hospital. “Our team has worked tirelessly to bring this unique partnership to life. We can’t wait to welcome our patients and provide them with services that empower wellness and inspire hope.”
About Brentwood Hospital
Located in Shreveport, Louisiana, Brentwood Hospital is the largest psychiatric hospital in the state. We’ve been providing help and hope to people across the state of Louisiana, east Texas, and southern Arkansas since 1971 by offering behavioral health and substance abuse treatment. Providing services for patients ages 4 and up, our confidential, caring environment promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, socials skills, and personal growth through exceptional mental health services and clinical excellence across acute inpatient and outpatient levels of care. Learn more: https://brentwoodbehavioral.com/
About David Raines Community Health Center
David Raines Community Health Centers (DRCHC) was founded in 1970 to provide healthcare services to underserved populations in Northwest Louisiana. It was established to address the gaps in care for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals, particularly in Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding rural areas.
In 1992, DRCHC became a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which allowed the center to expand its services and offer affordable care based on income. Over the years, DRCHC grew to include primary care, dental services, pediatrics, behavioral health, and school-based health programs, further extending its reach to vulnerable communities.
Today, DRCHC operates multiple clinics, delivering comprehensive healthcare services to those in need, regardless of their ability to pay, and remains dedicated to reducing health disparities and improving access to quality care for all.
Physicians are on the medical staff of Brentwood Hospital, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Brentwood Hospital. The facility shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians.
Major insurance plans are accepting including but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Sheild, AETNA and TRICARE®. We accepted all managed LA Medicaid plans also.
