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! | | This February We Celebrate Children's Dental Health Month! | |
During February, we raise awareness and highlight the importance around children and youth dental health!
Dental Resources:
Oral Health Foundation
Oral health information, resources and recommendations for all ages including youth.
Find resources and learn more here.
American Dental Association
Information and resources on dental health and hygiene, including posters, flyers and coloring sheets for Children's Dental Health month.
Find resources and learn more here.
EPSDT Benefit
This benefit is for children, youth and pregnant adults covered by Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program) and covers dental visits. Learn more with our EPSDT TIP Sheet, Spanish here.
For more resources & tips visit our website.
| Seeing a dentist is covered by Health First Colorado. Find a dentist, behavioral health provider, or a primary care provider today by clicking below! | Watch our socials this month for more great resources and information on dental health for children and youth! | |
Get Involved with NHP
We’re excited to offer even more ways for you to connect with NHP and help shape the future of care in our region. Whether you’re a Health First Colorado member, provider, or community partner, your voice matters and we’d love to have you involved!
Opportunities include,
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| | Upcoming February Community Events: | |
Kids Art Contest
Due Feb. 6
Submit Online
A Woman's Health Place of Weld County invites community children and youth of all ages to participate in their 4th annual art contest. This year's theme is Hope, Safety and Healing and they are asking artists to share what those values mean to them. Email submissions to jessbolton@awpdv.org.
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Sugar Shakers: Diabetes Education Program
Feb. 12 | 6:30pm
1260 Main St., Springfield
Baca County Public Health and Southeast Colorado Clinic are offering a free diabetes education program monthly. Learn more by calling
719-523-6621.
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Trauma Informed Yoga
Feb. 24 | 5-6pm
Sign Up for address- Brush
The Center for Healing Trauma and Attachment is providing excellent yoga classes that include breath work, mindfulness, gentle flows and sound healing the final Tuesday of every month. Sign up or learn more by calling
970-467-7272 or email megan@chtainc.org.
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Brush Mobile Food Pantry
Feb. 25 | 10-12pm
718 Ellsworth St., Brush
United Way of Morgan County and the Food Bank of the Rockies are hosting a free mobile food pantry the fourth Wednesday of every month. Learn more by calling 970-867-2218 ext. 2 or emailing pauline@mcunitedway.org.
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Social Security Benefits 101
Feb. 26 |6-8pm
Online Training
Join Developmental Pathways for this very important training on social security benefits. To learn more and register visit the event page here.
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For more events visit our Facebook & Instagram!
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| | | Training & Learning: Our Professional Development Hub is live! | | |
Our Professional Development Hub (PDH), also known as our training website, is now live! You can now register to gain access to the site which has courses, resources and materials to support with continued learning.
The PDH provides high quality, accessible, and up to date training opportunities and resources to our providers, practice site staff, care coordinators, community organizations, and members across region 2. Folks may also request trainings that may not yet be available.
| | Click above for a site preview! | | |
How to Register
Step 1: Go to the sign up link, PDH SIGN UP
Step 2: At the sign up page, insert:
- Name
- Email
- Username: you can choose any username
- Password: you can choose any password that is at least 8 characters long, and contain at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter and one number.
- Practice/ Organization Name
- Role: PCMP Provider, Practice Site Staff, Care Coordinator, Community Organization Member, NHP Member, NHP Staff, BH Provider
- If other- type in role in the other field
Step 3: Once you submit, we will approve the request. Sometimes this can take up to 24 hours, not including weekends and holidays.
Step 4: Once logged in, access courses, content specific materials, and departments.
| | | Need the NHP team to provide a training in person? Or do you have a specific training request for yourself or your community? Reach out to training@nhpllc.org. | |
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Flu Cases in Colorado are Still Rising!
With flu cases on the rise, here are some ways to keep yourself and communities healthy and safe.
- Get vaccinated as soon as possible
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Watch for flu symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue.
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Practice good hygiene, wash your hands frequently and cover your coughs and sneezes.
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Stay informed about flu prevention and care.
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As a reminder, you can get a flu shot at your local pharmacy to make it easy
Learn more and find resources:
| | | | NHP Staff Highlight: Care Coordinator | | | | |
Meet Emily Norbury!
Emily was born and raised in Pueblo, Colorado. She moved to Boulder in 2018 and graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology from CU Boulder in 2021. After graduating, she moved to Fort Collins to be closer to friends. In 2023, she graduated with a Master's in Business Administration (with an emphasis in healthcare administration) from UNC Greeley. Since 2022, Emily has worked in behavioral health and has really enjoyed helping members across our communities get connected to the resources they need.
Emily joined the NHP Care Coordination team in August of 2025! She enjoys the collaboration across multiple providers to ensure members receive quality care. Outside of work she enjoys reading, hiking, doing puzzles, going to concerts and spending time with friends and family!
Fun Fact: Emily's dad has an alpaca farm with 8 alpacas and a llama!
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