PeaceHealth partners with Opportunity Village
- SquareOne Villages
- Nov 6, 2019
- 1 min read
Residents at Opportunity Village are now receiving on site medical care!
Beginning in July, PeaceHealth Medical Group's Unified Care Clinic (UCARE) has been making bi-weekly visits to the Village. The clinical team—which includes a nurse practitioner, case manager, patient access representative, mental health therapist, and peer support specialist—has helped villagers enroll in the Oregon Health Plan, access vision and dental care, manage diabetes, and receive preventive medical care like immunizations.
"We're a clinic that provides easily accessible and holistic care. We try to take care of everybody and meet them where their at," says UCARE's peer support specialist Jonah.
The clinic provides lunch when it comes to Opportunity Village, helping them build relationships with people who have been underserved by the medical system. "We have been able to work with people who, based on their experiences, don't trust the medical system and therefore don't seek medical care," explains nurse practitioner Kathryn Kernan. "We break that barrier by coming to people where they're comfortable," she adds, "We've been able to bring people care who otherwise would have ended up in the Emergency Room."
Members of the Opportubnit UCARE clinical team pictured above.
It’s encouraging to see PeaceHealth bringing direct, on-site care to residents at Opportunity Village. Meeting people where they feel safe builds trust and real progress. This kind of structured, consistent support reminds me of how Oxidation/Reduction Standards create reliable baselines—steady systems lead to healthier, more predictable outcomes for everyone involved.
This is such an inspiring initiative! Bringing healthcare directly to residents really shows the impact of accessible care. For those managing chronic pain or muscle discomfort, having options like a Natural Pain Relief Roll On can complement these services, providing convenient, on-the-go relief alongside the medical support offered at Opportunity Village.
This is such a heartwarming initiative! Bringing medical services directly to residents truly makes healthcare more accessible. Having a dedicated Massage Therapist as part of holistic care could further support physical and mental well-being, helping reduce stress and muscle tension for villagers. Small additions like this can make a big difference in improving overall health and comfort.
This is such a meaningful initiative! Bringing healthcare directly to the community makes a huge difference, especially for those who face barriers to accessing care. Services like this highlight the importance of tailored medical support. For labs and clinics looking to support these efforts, offering assay protein services can further help monitor and manage patient health effectively.
This is such a great initiative! Providing on-site care really helps build trust and makes healthcare accessible for everyone. It’s inspiring to see a team addressing both physical and mental health needs. For those seeking specialized support, having an ADHD psychiatrist near me could be just as impactful in getting personalized care and guidance close to home.