MAY 2023 • VOLUME 6, ISSUE 5 | |
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MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it is crucial that we take the time to recognize and address the importance of mental health in our daily lives. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in the lives of Americans and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. Mental health is essential for a person’s overall health. Mental health disorders can affect anyone at any time, and the effects can be severe and long-lasting. Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health are dedicated to providing essential behavioral health and psychiatry services to residents in Kenosha County and beyond.
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one in five adults in the United States experiences mental illness in a given year. Mental health disorders can have a significant impact on an individual’s life, including their ability to work, go to school, and maintain healthy relationships. However, despite the prevalence of mental illness, many people do not receive the help they need due to stigma, lack of access to care, or fear of discrimination.
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MAY IS HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE EDUCATION MONTH | May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about the silent but significant health condition affecting millions worldwide. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a chronic medical condition that often goes unnoticed until serious health complications arise. The goal of this article aims to highlight the facts about high blood pressure, the importance of monitoring it, and provide effective strategies for controlling it. | |
In September of 2022, Dr. Kendall Wilkes joined our team to provide emergency and comprehensive dental care to patients. Dr. Wilkes believes in patient-centered care and takes the time to understand each patient's unique circumstances and wishes before creating a personalized treatment plan.
To learn more about her journey visit our website or to schedule an appointment call 262-656-0044.
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ADMINISTRATION
PillarHealth
4006 Washington Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53144
Phone: 262-771-3553
Fax: 262-764-3636
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SERVICE SITES
14th Avenue Kenosha Clinic
6226 14th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
Phone: 262-656-0044
Fax: 262-925-1680
22nd Avenue Kenosha Clinic
4536 22nd Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53140
Phone: 262-656-0044
Fax: 262-653-2218
Boys & Girls Club
of Kenosha Clinic
1330 52nd Street, #205
Kenosha, WI 53140
Phone: 262-656-0044
Fax: 262-764-4058
Silver Lake Clinic
903 S. 2nd Street
Silver Lake, WI 53170
Phone: 262-236-7590
PillarHealth
4006 Washington Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53144
Phone: 262-771-3553
Fax: 262-764-3636
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BOARD MEMBERS
Tamarra A. Coleman,
President
Anita Johnson,
Vice President
Joseph Clark,
Treasurer
Dana Berry,
Secretary
Dr. Paul Spottswood,
Board Member
John L. Rocha, II, LCSW,
Board Member
Katherine Woeste, R.N.,
Board Member
Dr. Venkata Thota,
Board Member
Erin Ginn,
Board Member
Maria Lall,
Board Member
Dr. Timothy Sanborn,
Board Member
David Geersten, CPA, CGMA,
Board Member
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KCHC CONCLUDES 2022-23 WISCONSIN
SEAL-A-SMILE PROGRAM
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Kenosha Community Health Center (KCHC) recently concluded their Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile Program for the 2022-23 school year. Seal-A-Smile (SAS) is a program to improve the oral health of children by providing school-based dental sealants.

Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile is part of the Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin. The program started in 1997 and doubled in size in 2009 thanks to a generous matching grant program from Delta Dental.
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WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY SHEDS LIGHT ON THE DANGERS OF TOBACCO | |
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Every year, on May 31st, the global community comes together to observe World No Tobacco Day. This important day serves as a reminder of the harmful effects of tobacco on our health and highlights the urgent need for tobacco control.
The Kenosha Community Health Center and Pillar Health stand united in raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco and supporting individuals in their journey towards a tobacco-free life.
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WE APPRECIATE OUR NURSES – YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE! | |
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Nurses act as mediators between patients and providers and help ensure that patient needs are not overlooked. For example, if a patient is unclear about a diagnosis, has unsafe living conditions, or is unclear about self-care, the nurse alerts the provider and care team resources about the issue and potential for remediation.
The Nursing Group at KCHC/Pillar Health is developing a nursing care model that includes innovations to improve the quality of care quality and addressed social needs that negatively impact health.
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HAPPY 5-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, ISAAC JOHNSON! | |
This month, we celebrated a remarkable milestone in the journey of our Clinic Operations Manager for the 22nd Avenue Clinic and 52nd Avenue Clinic at the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, Isaac Johnson. Jodi Allen, our VP of Clinical Operations, had the honor of presenting Isaac with this special pin, symbolizing his five years of outstanding service. | | |
 
KCHC and Pillar Health are currently growing to meet the needs of our community and we are seeking new team members! If you are interested in a career at KCHC or Pillar Health, please feel free to check the available openings below. | |
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PATIENT ADVISORY GROUP
Click here if interested in becoming a Patient Advisor.
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