Who We  Are

Founded in 1965, Green Country Health Care Association is a non-profit organization representing long term care providers of members with approximately 4,000 licensed beds. GCHA is a community-based organization that provides education and information through advocacy. Through strong networking GCHA is dedicated to professionalism and ethical behavior among all who provide long term care. The purpose of the organization is to promote cooperation, coordination and understanding between its members, health care professionals, institutions, associations, groups, individuals and public agencies.

GCHA believes that the individuals served are entitled to a supportive environment in which professional and compassionate care is delivered. GCHA works to educate the public and its members on public policies and regulatory principles for quality long term care and quality of life. GCHA represents licensed nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospice groups, long-term care and other allied healthcare organizations.

President

Shelby Sweet

Vice President

Cathy Young RN-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA, LNC, WCC, QCP, DNS-CT, IPCO-2

Treasurer

Darrell Parke, MS, MHA, NHA

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Secretary

Ryan D. Alsup, NHA

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Lifetime Members

Marilee Straughan

Theo Rector

Lala Davis

Sandra Downing