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Wood River Health Celebrates 50 Years During National Health Center Week<\/strong><\/p>\n HOPE VALLEY \u2014 Wood River Health is proudly joining community health centers across the nation in celebrating National Health Center Week from August 2-8. This year also marks a significant milestone for the center as it commemorates 50 years of providing essential health care services to the residents of southern Rhode Island.<\/p>\n This event highlights the vital role community health centers play in delivering medical care and support services to everyone, regardless of their insurance status or financial situation. The theme for this year’s celebration, \u201cBuilding Innovative Care Where It Matters Most,\u201d emphasizes the importance of expanding access to health care in local communities.<\/p>\n Having opened its doors in 1976, Wood River Health has made great strides by offering medical, dental, and behavioral health services. The center also runs various programs aimed at addressing challenges that affect overall health, including access to resources and social support.<\/p>\n \u201cNational Health Center Week is a wonderful opportunity to honor our patients, staff, board members, and community partners who help us fulfill our mission,\u201d said Alison L. Croke, President and CEO of Wood River Health. \u201cAs we look back on the past 50 years, we are thankful for the trust our community has shown us. We are proud of our contribution to delivering quality care, promoting health equity, and supporting the well-being of our neighbors.\u201d<\/p>\n Across the country, community health centers serve over 52 million individuals, providing preventive and primary care while helping to break down barriers to accessing health services. Many of these centers also connect patients to resources related to food security, housing, transportation, and other factors that can impact health.<\/p>\n At Wood River Health, initiatives like the Kim Hebert Community Fund offer valuable support and resources to eligible patients.<\/p>\n \u201cCommunity health centers are founded on the belief that everyone deserves compassionate and high-quality care,\u201d said Dr. Lisa Menard-Manlove, Chief Medical Officer at Wood River Health. \u201cEvery day, we are honored to care for individuals and families in our community, helping them stay healthy, manage chronic conditions, and access the support they need for healthier lives.\u201d<\/p>\n Throughout National Health Center Week, Wood River Health will take time to acknowledge the contributions of patients, employees, volunteers, and community partners who have been essential to its mission over the past five decades.<\/p>\n As Wood River Health looks toward the future, it remains committed to expanding access to care and meeting the health needs of communities throughout Rhode Island.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Wood River Health Celebrates 50 Years During National Health Center Week HOPE VALLEY \u2014 Wood River Health is proudly joining community health centers across the nation in celebrating National Health Center Week from August 2-8. 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