At NHP, we’re committed to improving the health and wellness of our communities across Region 2 of Colorado. As the regional organization for Health First Colorado, we offer a whole-person approach to care, integrating physical and behavioral health services to support our members every step of the way. We proudly serve members in the following counties as part of Phase III of the Accountable Care Collaborative (ACC): Baca, Bent, Cheyenne, Crowley, Elbert, Kiowa, Kit Carson, Larimer, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Otero, Phillips, Prowers, Sedgwick, Washington, Weld, and Yuma. Learn more by visiting our website!

WeeCycle

A Colorado Non-profit Distributing Baby Gear Across Our State

WeeCycle’s mission is to recycle essential baby gear and match it to Colorado families in need. And this month is Diaper Month at WeeCycle!

This September, we're reaching out to our community to help bring a truckload of diapers to Colorado infants and toddlers who need them.

With state diaper funding cut in half, we need our community to come together more than ever to make sure that Colorado babies have they diapers they need. That's why this September, we're working to fill a truckload of diapers - and we need your help. And we have an exciting way to kick off Diaper Month! The first 50,000 diapers purchased will be matched diaper for diaper, thanks to a generous donation from a Denver family. That means your diaper donation can have twice the impact and help us get a major boost toward our goal of filling a truckload for Colorado families.

Feedback needed from families working with NCHA to receive diapers: Please scan the QR code and take the survey, it will help better serve the community!

Advance Directives Training for Members

NHP Training & Learning

We are offering a live Advance Directives Training for NHP members and their loved ones. This training will cover,

• Overview to Advance Directives
• Importance of a Health Care Agent and how to choose one
• What is included in an End of Life Plan
• What is a Final Wish Video

The training is interactive and engaging. Participants will have time to ask questions and access resources they may need now or in the future.

To register, email training@nhpllc.org.

Complex Trauma 101 Training

Free Training by NHP & CHTA for Region 2

This three-part training explores complex trauma. The session will cover the overall goal of trauma assistance, and definitions of trauma according to DSM5 and complex trauma. Additionally, participants will look at,

• The risk factors for complex trauma
• Increased risk for subsequent trauma exposure if the initial exposure is unmitigated by early intervention
• Complex trauma adaption
• Factors determining the impact of trauma
• Trauma effects on the brain, body, and behavior

And more! Register today by signing up directly on the PDH (click course in the catalog) or by emailing training@nhpllc.org.

Neighborhood Conversations

We are partnering with community-based organizations and your local health districts to host in-person sessions on all things H.R. 1, called our Neighborhood Conversations. Please join us to learn about the upcoming changes and ask questions. This is open to all. Registration is recommended, but not required.

September Stops:

Dinner will be provided at all of the sessions. Registration is not required but recommended.

Sept. 9, 5:30-7pm

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

1100 Carson Ave, La Junta

Register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/ reg/us7v9u5

Sept. 17, 5-6:30pm

Burlington Community Center

340 S. 14th, Burlington

Register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/ reg/xrt2uau

Sept. 24, 5:30-6:30pm

Elevations Credit Union

221 E. Mountain Ave., 2nd Floor Com. Room

Register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/ reg/tw3qn5j

Sept. 29, 5:30-7pm

Yuma Community Center

421 E. 2nd Ave., Yuma

Register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/ reg/f7psz7z



Meet Sarah Stangebye

Sarah was raised in Montrose, Colorado, and has called the Montrose community home since she was two years old. Her father moved their family to Montrose after completing his medical residency to start a rural family practice; and Sarah's grandfather was also a rural physician. Sarah likes to think growing up hearing stories from both her dad and grandfather serving their communities inspired her passion for healthcare and the importance of quality care in rural areas.

By training, Sarah is a behavioral health provider and has spent more than a decade in both clinical and leadership roles, providing mental health services and leading programs focused on addiction treatment and criminal justice populations. Sarah completed both her undergraduate and graduate studies in Texas, and says she was grateful to return home to raise her family with her husband; who also grew up in Montrose. Sarah and her family enjoy traveling and spending time together, and are an enthusiastic CrossFit family!

Fun Fact: Sarah is an avid concertgoer and tries to attend at least one stadium concert each year. This year, she saw AC/DC, and over the years she's seen the Red Hot Chili Peppers three times, in three different states.