NCDHHS Rural Healthcare Transformation Program
Wilson County already invests local resources in EMS. In 2024, the need for expansion was specified in Wilson County's approved Comprehensive Plan.
"The 2045 Comprehensive Plan for Wilson County articulates a vision of balancing growth and the preservation of rural character. The vision of this plan is a result of a year-long effort led by the Wilson County Comprehensive Plan Advisory Committee -- reflecting the broad vision and goals of the County‘s residents, property owners, appointed boards, organizations and elected officials that participated during the process.
The purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is to establish a set of guidelines and procedures for implementing the long-range development and conservation objectives of Wilson County. Specifically, the Plan is intended for use by government agencies, residents, private developers, property owners and private organizations concerned with planning the County‘s future growth, development and preservation."*
In 2026, the State offered select counties an opportunity to strengthen their EMS workforce and expand Mobile Integrated Health services. Nash and Edgecombe received funding. Wilson did not.
Where you live shouldn’t determine whether you can access quality healthcare. Blake supports expanding healthcare access and strengthening services in rural communities. Blake will make sure Wilson County is included in opportunities like this in the future.
*Cited from the 2045 Wilson County Comprehensive Plan
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