We believe that everyone deserves the chance to achieve their best health.
Every day, we partner with individuals throughout Northwest Colorado at their homes, in our clinics, and in the community because healthy people and families create a healthy community.
History
Northwest Colorado Health supports community wellness through a range of health programs and services helping residents of all ages, income levels and cultures live as healthy as possible. Northwest Colorado Health (formerly Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association) was established in 1964 as a Home Health and Public Health agency in Routt and Moffat counties. We have grown significantly over the decades, expanding our services to include primary care at Community Health Centers in Steamboat Springs and Craig, a wide range of Prevention Services in Routt, Moffat, Rio Blanco and Jackson counties and Home Health and Hospice services in Routt and Moffat counties. In addition to our Community Health Centers, we operate Dental Clinics in Craig and Oak Creek, The Haven Assisted Living Facility and Community Center in Hayden and the Rollingstone Respite House in Steamboat Springs.
Values
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Access to health is everyone's right
Regardless of their income, race, age, gender, health status, or insurance coverage, everyone deserves the chance to be healthy and well. No one should be denied the opportunity to see a doctor, receive healthcare, or participate in preventive health programs.
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We focus on health, not just healthcare
Health and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do at Northwest Colorado Health. Through our proactive, preventive programs and services, we strive to help people stay healthy and well. While we do treat illness and injury, our goal is for every member of our community to be empowered with the information, tools, and resources they need to live a healthy life.
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Compassionate, personalized care improves outcomes
How we deliver healthcare makes a difference to our patients and their health results. We treat everyone with compassion, integrity, and the utmost respect. We take the time to really understand every patient’s situation and never pass judgment. By meeting patients where they are with kindness and empathy, we serve as their partners on their health journey.
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We deliver only the highest quality programs and services
We take great pride in providing the most advanced and effective programs and services. We hold ourselves to the highest standards to ensure our patients receive exceptional care. As a non-profit organization, we always focus on providing what is best for each patient rather than what makes the most money.
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We lead by example
Every day, we strive to model the healthy behaviors we promote to our patients. From eating well and exercising to preventative screenings and regular check-ups, we practice what we preach.
Milestones
1964 Established as a Public Health and Home Health Agency
1995 Merged with Hospice of Steamboat Springs
2005 Acquired the Haven Assisted Living
2007 Completed Construction of The Haven Community Center
2008 Opened the Community Health Center in Moffat County
2009 Opened the Rollingstone Respite House in Routt County
2013 Opened the Community Health Center in Routt County
2016 Successfully rebranded our organization as Northwest Colorado Health to better reflect our range of services and programs.
2016 Began providing Home Health and Hospice and Palliative Care services in Grand County
2017 Opened Dental Clinic in Moffat County
2018 Began providing dental services at the South Routt Medical Center in Routt County
2021 Began providing School-Based Health Dental Services in Routt and Moffat County
2022 Expanded our Community Health Center in Steamboat Springs to include a full Dental Clinic
2024 Acquired Casey's Pond Senior Living Community in Steamboat Springs
Awards
2002 El Pomar Award for Excellence
2010 Moffat County Large Business of the Year
2011 Colorado Collaboration Award for leading the Northwest Colorado Community Health Partnership
2012 Level II Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2017 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2017 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2017 HHCAHPS (Home Health Care Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) Patient Satisfaction Award
2018 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2018 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2019 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2019 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2020 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2020 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2021 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2021 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2021 SHP Best Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction Winner – Top 5% Premier Performer
2022 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2022 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
2022 SHP Best Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction Winner – Top 5% Premier Performer
2023 CDPHE Colorado Green Business Network - Bronze Certified Business
2023 Community Health Provider Alliance Grand Champion Best in Class Performance Award
2024 HealthLinks Certified Healthy Workplace Leader
2024 Health Center Quality Improvement Award recognition from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
2024 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition by the National Committee on Quality Assurance (NCQA)
