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Flashpass and EHRI Launch $2.3M Tuition-Free Healthcare Career Training Initiative in Delaware

MILFORD, Del. — Residents of Kent and Sussex counties will have access to tuition-free training for several health care support careers through a $2.3 million workforce development initiative involving Flashpass and Education Health & Research International (EHRI).

The program is designed to prepare residents for administrative and technical positions that support doctors, nurses, and other direct-care professionals, including jobs in medical billing and coding, health information technology, patient access, insurance verification, and medical scheduling.

Training will be offered online, with additional community support available through EHRI and the Milford Wellness Village.

Milford Wellness Village to host falls prevention program today

Milford Wellness Village hosted a free falls prevention education program bringing together local health and rehabilitation providers to share practical strategies for improving balance, building strength and reducing fall risk.

La Red gala celebrates 25 years of care and a vital role at Milford Wellness Village

La Red Health Center will celebrate 25 years of expanding health care in Southern Delaware during an anniversary gala Sept. 24, while highlighting a mission that has become an important part of the Milford Wellness Village.

The 25th Anniversary and Community Awards Celebration will run from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hyatt Place Dewey Beach. The event will recognize the community partners, business leaders and supporters who helped La Red grow from a bilingual telephone referral line into a comprehensive health center serving more than 15,000 patients annually.

“This event is very special for La Red, we aren’t only celebrating the milestone of turning 25,” said Rachel Hersh, La Red’s President and CEO, “we are honoring our founders’ vision and the commitment of everyone involved that has led to La Red become a flourishing healthcare center that 15,000 people rely upon every day for their healthcare needs. It really is a testament to what communities can do when they work together.”

Medical journal points to Milford Wellness Village as model for rural health care

A peer-reviewed article in the Delaware Journal of Public Health identifies Milford Wellness Village as a promising model for coordinated rural health care, highlighting its work to improve access, support older adults and connect medical care with social services.

Milford Wellness Village helps parents manage care, time and family life

From primary care and pediatrics to childcare, therapy, transportation and pharmacy services, Milford Wellness Village brings a range of family-focused services together on one campus, helping parents save time, reduce stress and coordinate care.

Delaware healthcare professionals to gather in Dover for geriatric care symposium

Delaware State University and Education Health & Research International at Milford Wellness Village are bringing healthcare professionals together for a symposium focused on geriatric and age-friendly care, workforce development and stronger community partnerships.

Nonprofit receives $1.25M to expand senior health education resources

Education Health & Research International announced on Jan. 28 that it received a $1.25 million grant from the federal Administration on Aging’s Administration on Community Living to expand critical health education for older adults with chronic conditions and adults with disabilities.

Education Health & Research International Receives $1.25M Grant to Support Chronic Disease Self-Management Education

Education Health & Research International (EHRI) announced today that it has received a $1.25 million grant from the federal Administration on Aging’s Administration on Community Living (ACL) to expand critical health education targeting older adults suffering from chronic conditions and adults with disabilities.

New Concept in Primary Care Expanding with Innovative Care Model: Village Primary Care is actively accepting families and seniors

Village Primary Care offers a patient-centered model designed for both busy families and aging adults who need more than a rushed appointment and a referral slip.

As many Delaware families and seniors struggle to find a primary care provider, Village Primary Care at Milford Wellness Village is emerging as a growing option built around time, trust, and coordinated support — and it is actively welcoming new patients.

Milford Wellness Village to host free screenings of ‘Denying Gravity’ during Falls Prevention Week

Milford Wellness Village, along with several community partners, will offer free video screenings of the award-winning play Denying Gravity during National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, Sept. 22–26, 2025.

The event is part of an effort to raise awareness about falls, which are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations among older adults. According to national data, more than one in four adults age 65 and older falls each year. In Delaware, health officials say fall-related hospital visits have been climbing.