2026 CHNA Implementation Strategy

2026 2028 STRATEGIES AND TACTICS

Strengthen Pediatric Readiness Closer to Home

Children’s of Alabama Community Healthcare Education Simulation (“COACHES”) will continue to enhance pediatric readiness in community hospitals across Alabama, with particular emphasis on rural and underserved areas. Through mobile, multidisciplinary simulation training, COACHES supports community providers in managing acutely ill and injured children, improving team performance, strengthening communication, and reinforcing systems of care.

COACHES provides education and training through simulations to community hospitals across the state.

During the 2026–2028 implementation period, Children’s will seek opportunities to expand COACHES statewide, including through potential funding from the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program. If funding is secured, COACHES will prioritize program sustainability, dedicated faculty and equipment resources, evaluation capacity, and data tracking to assess long-term impact on provider confidence, team dynamics, and patient safety.

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