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October 2020 Mariposa Award Winner: Marita Huerta
Nominated by: Oyen Hoffman I am only one of many providers here at MFHC. I don’t really know the exact amount of us there are, but I know we are getting larger in numbers by the day. I think I must send Marita several emails each week to change something on my own schedule or…
Read MoreVote 2020: Messy and Participatory Democracy
By Ross Brooks, CEO, Patient My grandparents JoAnne and Jim Brooks were married for more than 60 years and never, save one-time, voted for the same United States Presidential candidate. My grandfather, Jim, was a conservative business leader, who reliably voted Republican throughout his life. My grandmother, JoAnne, was a liberal peace activist, who reliably…
Read MoreHOW TO REGISTER TO VOTE
Colorado offers online voter registration. You can register by mail to vote in Colorado by printing a voter registration form, filling it out, and mailing it to your local election office. You can also register to vote in person if you prefer. Here are some important dates and deadlines: Election day is Nov. 3Registration deadlines:Online:…
Read MoreSeptember 2020 Mariposa Winner: Cristal Otero Chavez
Nominated by: Cecilia Chavez I feel Cristal is very deserving for this award. She does so much more than what people realize. She is an amazing lead and I know I can go to her for any support and guidance. She gets put under a lot of pressure and she is always able to get…
Read MoreExemplary Care Award Winner September 2020- Dr. Zachary Kent
Nominated by: Diane Purse I am happy to nominate Zachary Kent for the Exemplary Care Award. His first year has had many challenges that he has met with organized and well thought out plans. His leadership during the COVID crisis has been reassuring that we were working in a safe environment. He shared information from…
Read MoreGov. Jared Polis Signs Health Care Bills Into Law
SB20-215, Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise:C. Kennedy | J. McCluskie; D. Moreno | K. DonovanOn July 6, 2020, United States of Care (USofCare) celebrated the Colorado Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise (SB20-215) being signed into law by Colorado Governor Jared Polis. The bipartisan legislation expands access to more affordable health insurance in Colorado by stabilizing the health…
Read MoreRegistering to Vote is Important. Here’s Why:
by Jonathan Ramirez We are living in unusual and rough times. With many issues rising in our nation and communities it must be noted that we must learn to voice our concerns. I believe that everyone should vote as we all have an opinion and a say in what goes on in the political world.…
Read MoreOur Outreach and Enrollment Team is Here for You
Our Outreach and Enrollment Team can help you apply for private or public health insurance to cover the cost of care. If you have lost your employment or health benefits due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may now be eligible for Medicaid, federal subsidies for commercial health insurance coverage, or other financial assistance programs. Additionally,…
Read MoreHow Health Solutions Helped Me
by Tenley Steike, Mountain Family Patient Growing up as a type 1 diabetic since age 8, I never thought that I would have to deal with the stresses of finding affordable health care. Doctors and nurses who help me guide the treatment of my disease and proper prescriptions have been integral to helping me stay…
Read MoreSchool-Based Health Centers: Caring for Students
School-based health centers (SBHCs) are an affordable, convenient option for ensuring children and adolescents have access to the health and wellness care they need to be healthy and thrive. The school-based health centers offer students care right where they are and offer families peace of mind that their kids’ health is cared for at school. Building on the school-based health center we have had in…
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