For the first time in Baxter County the Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program will come to Mountain Home’s Junior High to bring free medical, dental, and optical care to area residents on a first-come, first-serve basis in June. The event, funded by the Delta Regional Authority through a grant from the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District, will be June fifth through the ninth from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 and on June 12th at the same time. Tuesday, June 13th will be the last day and is expected to last for half of that day.
Baxter County Judge Mickey Pendergrass says community leaders are enthusiastic about the services to be provided, including clinics and special exams.
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The Delta Regional Authority partners with the U.S. Department of Defense and the purpose of the IRT program is to improve military readiness while simultaneously providing quality services to communities throughout America.
Pendergrass believes there will be a large turnout.
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Tina Cole, Community Economic Development Coordinator for the Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District, is one of the grant writers, has helped secure the funds and is keeping the County informed of the status.
According to their website, the Delta Regional Authority works closely with Delta communities and the Department of Defense to assist with the application process as well as planning and implementation. The DRA also serves on the advisory board for the IRT program, allowing for significant input into site selection and program development.
Pendergrass says the free event will be staffed by qualified professionals.
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More information, including brochures and postings to the county website baxtercounty.org, will be coming out soon.
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