Colorado Community Health Alliance (CCHA)

We're excited to share an insightful op-ed by Krista Newton, LCSW, Director of Care Coordination at Colorado Community Health Alliance (CCHA), titled "Colorado Community Health Alliance Leads Collaborative Efforts to Address Maternal Health Disparities in Boulder County and Beyond." In her article, Krista discusses the alarming rise in maternal mortality rates and the widening disparities in maternal-child health outcomes, especially in areas like Clear Creek County, which is considered a maternal health desert. She highlights the barriers many women face in accessing essential maternal health services and the critical need for more support and resources. CCHA is dedicated to improving access to care and reducing health inequities. We're proud to be part of the efforts to expand Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid program) coverage, including doula services and extended postpartum health coverage. Our collaborations with local partners, such as Boulder County Public Health and WeeCycle, are making a significant impact on the community. Read the full article to learn more about how CCHA is working to ensure equitable access to quality maternal care for all. Together, we can create healthier communities for generations to come. 🔗 Read the Op-Ed: https://ow.ly/Rnko50SHkHI Learn more about CCHA's maternity resources, please visit CCHAcares.com/WelcomeBaby. #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #CCHA #MaternalCare #BoulderCounty #HealthFirstColorado

Please be advised that a portion of the CCHA website is currently offline due to the widespread outage affecting CloudStrike and Microsoft services this morning. As a result, access to materials and documents on our website may be intermittent until the issues with our on-premises equipment are resolved. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we work to restore full functionality.

The Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber, in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Julissa Soto Latino Health Equity Consulting, has launched the "One School, One Vaccine at a Time" campaign! 📅 Key Dates: July 22 at Harrison School District 2 District Offices July 31 at Fox Meadow Middle School This innovative initiative aims to promote community wellness through targeted vaccination efforts, focusing on routine childhood immunizations, wellness education, and community-based resources. By employing a cultural validation approach, the program effectively addresses vaccine hesitancy and access barriers. Julissa Soto, Vice Chair of the Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber and one of CCHA's valued Community Incentive Program recipients, emphasizes the importance of trust-building and meeting families on familiar ground. Her team's multilingual capabilities and thorough cultural research ensure that outreach efforts resonate with diverse school communities. #CommunityWellness #VaccinationCampaign #CulturalValidation #HealthEquity #CCHA #ColoradoSpringsHispanicChamber #JulissaSoto #CDPHE #HarrisonSchoolDistrict2

We're thrilled to highlight Pediatrics West, P.C., a leading pediatric group dedicated to quality improvement and exceptional care! They have successfully partnered with a community pediatric dentist to increase patient access to dental care and developed robust recall systems to boost routine well-visits, ensuring essential preventive services like immunizations, healthy lifestyle management, dental evaluations, depression, and STI screenings are provided. As a grant recipient for HB1302, they have also partnered with CCHA to launch an integrated behavioral health program, with the first patient visits beginning in April 2024. Kudos to Pediatrics West for their commitment to our community's health! #PediatricsWest #CCHA #QualityCare #CommunityHealth #PediatricCare #IntegratedHealth

Last week, CCHA had the privilege of attending the inspiring Off the Street Breakfast, supporting The Place. We were thrilled to sponsor this incredible event and share our table with wonderful guests from Homeward Pikes Peak, El Paso Department of Human Services Child and Family Services, 4th Judicial District Probation, and Hope Forti (2024 CIP awardee and founder of Project 1.27). With 800 attendees, the turnout was truly heartwarming! Together, we're making strides toward a brighter future for our community. #OffTheStreetBreakfast #CommunitySupport #CCHA #ThePLACE #HomewardPikesPeak #ElPasoDHS #4thJudicialDistrictProbation #Project127 #HopeForti #CommunityImpact

Dive into "The Context of CLAS in Mental Health," a must-watch video on adapting services to meet cultural and linguistic needs. https://ow.ly/nkZy50SqvV0 Discover: ✅ Strategies for understanding clients' cultural backgrounds ✅ Adapting mental health services effectively ✅ National CLAS Standards in mental health care Enhance your practice and provide culturally sensitive care. Don't miss out on this valuable resource! #MentalHealth #CLAS #CulturalCompetence #Healthcare #Psychology

"The National CLAS Standards, Health Literacy, and Communication" video to discover how culturally and linguistically appropriate services (CLAS) can elevate your patient care. https://ow.ly/4PbI50Sqvyy Explore: ✅ National CLAS Standards overview ✅ Integrating health literacy into practice ✅ Enhancing communication with diverse communities ✅ Providing patient-centered care at every touchpoint Don't miss out on improving your practice with these vital insights! #Healthcare #CLAS #HealthLiteracy #Communication #PatientCare #HealthEquity

Dive into "A Primer on Communication and Language Assistance" in this informative video. https://ow.ly/1Ewa50Sqvsk Explore: 🔹 Importance of effective communication 🔹 Key concepts and terminology 🔹 Roles of interpreters vs. translators 🔹 How National CLAS Standards support adoption of language assistance Enhance your practice and improve patient care through better communication strategies. #HealthcareCommunication #LanguageAssistance #Interpreting #Translating #CLASStandards

Dive into the intersection of culture, religion, and spirituality with a video from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services! Explore how the National CLAS Standards apply to religion and spirituality. Watch now to enhance your understanding and practice of Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)! https://ow.ly/Plms50SquhS #CLAS #CulturalCompetence #Religion #Spirituality #Healthcare #HHS

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🎆 In observance of Independence Day, our offices are closed today. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest hospital-based ER. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to continuing our support when we resume regular office hours on July 5. #Happy4thofJuly #IndependenceDay #HolidayClosure #CCHA