 CHP Suspends Mobile Health Unit and Cuts StaffCommunity Health Programs laid off some of its staff, reduced some staff hours, and suspended its mobile health unit in response to a looming deficit. Maintain Your Brain: A Free CHP Webinar on Preventing Cognitive DeclineThe web talk is free.  Create an Ad: Community Health ProgramThis month, students showcased Community Health Programs' Mobile Health Units, which provide accessible treatment for minor sicknesses, infections, injuries, vaccines, family services, and more.  Think You Need an Antibiotic? You Might Not Get One for Your Cold!Overexposure to antibiotics over time can cause antibiotic resistance, a dangerous condition when these medications are needed.  CHP to Host Virtual Book Discussion on 'Anti-Diet'The event will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at 7 p.m.  CHP Names Associate Director of Dental MedicineShe joined CHP Great Barrington Family Dental in 2013, and in her new role will work with CHP leadership to support CHP's dental practices and staff in North Adams, Adams, Pittsfield and Great Barrington.  Psychotherapist Joins CHP North Adams Family MedicalMeehan holds a master's in social work from the University of Texas with a concentration in mental health and chemical dependency. He earned a B.S. in management from Ithaca College. MA Health Connector Open Enrollment Starts Nov. 1CHP Can Assist Customers with New Enrollments, Renewals and Plan Changes CHP Berkshires Completes Dental ExpansionThe state-of-the-art dental practice is the final step in CHP's dental expansion throughout the Berkshires: since 2022, CHP has established practices in North Adams, Adams and Great Barrington, in order to expand dental care access to for thousands of Berkshire County residents. CHP Mobile Health Offering Covid VaccinesPatients are also invited to receive a flu shot at the same time, to ward off both Covid and flu this coming fall-winter. CHP Mobile Health Offering Covid VaccinesPatients are also invited to receive a flu shot at the same time, to ward off both Covid and flu this coming fall-winter.  CHP Accepting Applicants for Medical Assistant Work-Training Program6-Month Paid Training Begins in January 2025  CHP Dental Assistant Wins State and National AwardsThe event, which took place in Atlanta, is tied to vocational and trade schools and programs around the U.S. and it draws thousands of competitors from different trades and vocations around the U.S. CHP ParentChild+ Program Accepting South Berkshire FamiliesParent Child+ families meet twice weekly for 30-45 minute with an early learning mentor who shares reading and creative play skills that support child development.  CHP Berkshires Names Senior VP for HRSheridan will lead a staff of 280 across the CHP healthcare network, which has practice locations in Great Barrington, Lee, Pittsfield, Adams, and North Adams and Mobile Health.  CHP Van To Visit West StockbridgeThe van will offer urgent care services, wellness checks, and COVID or flu vaccines.  CHP Celebrates Opening of Dentist Practice in AdamsCommunity Health Programs Inc. is expanding its reach into North County with the opening of a dental and family center in the former Adams Internists.  CHP Mobile Health Offers Same-Day Urgent CareThe mobile care team travels Berkshire County cities and towns from Sheffield to North Adams, on weekdays and some weekends. CHP Berkshires Offering Second Senior Covid VaccineVaccines are available with the CHP Mobile Health teams whenever they are on the road. CHP Berkshire Pediatrics Wins MHQP Patient Experience AwardQuality of care award ranks Pittsfield practice among top pediatric practices in the state CHP Including 'Size-Inclusive Care' Principles into Patient CareCHP Webinar, Thursday, Feb. 29, Focuses on 'Better Health Care for All Bodies'  CHP Mobile Unit At Richmond Town HallTo schedule an appointment call 413-528-0457. Walk-ins are welcome.  CHP: How to Love Your Heart, for Heart MonthKey risk factors impacting the heart include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and smoking, including second-hand smoke exposure.  CHP Berkshires Board Welcomes New MemberAs vice president of culture and brand and DEI officer at Greylock Federal Credit Union, Melendez-Mabee brings to CHP her skills in corporate workplace diversity issues, training and initiatives.  CHP, Rural Recovery Co-Host: Sober Curious?The talk takes place at 7 p.m., at the South County Recovery Center, 67 State Road, Great Barrington, and and online via Zoom. |
