HealthLinc Valparaiso

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June 7th, 9am-12pm #HealthLinc #Valparaiso #Diabetic #Clinic Health, Nutrition, Healthy Snacks, Snacks, Health Center, Diabetes, Diet, Regular Exercise, Clinic
June 7th, 9am-12pm #HealthLinc #Valparaiso #Diabetic #Clinic
Come to the HealthLinc Valparaiso Diabetic Clinic this Friday, May 10th - 9am-12noon!  "While diabetes and prediabetes occur in people of all ages & races, some groups have a higher risk for developing the disease than others. Diabetes is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans & Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders, as well as the aged population. This means they are also at increased risk for developing prediabetes or diabetes."  www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis Prevent Diabetes, Diabetes Diet Plan, Diabetic Diet, Kidney, Diet Plan
Come to the HealthLinc Valparaiso Diabetic Clinic this Friday, May 10th - 9am-12noon! "While diabetes and prediabetes occur in people of all ages & races, some groups have a higher risk for developing the disease than others. Diabetes is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans & Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders, as well as the aged population. This means they are also at increased risk for developing prediabetes or diabetes." www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis
HealthLinc Valparaiso FREE Diabetic Clinic this Friday, 4/5/13 9am-12pm.  454 South College Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
HealthLinc Valparaiso FREE Diabetic Clinic this Friday, 4/5/13 9am-12pm. 454 South College Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
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The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) has endorsed the Valparaiso clinic as a Patient-Centered Medical Home provider. “The NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home is a model of 21st century primary care that combines access, teamwork & technology to deliver quality care & improve health”-- NCQA Pres. Margaret E. O’Kane. “NCQA’s PCMH Recognition shows that HealthLinc’s Valpo's clinic has the tools, systems, & resources to provide their patients with the right care at the right time.”
Camille Cooke, community outreach manager for HealthLinc, said ADA provides the materials while the staff at HealthLinc provides the services during the annual event — annually slated for Presidents Day when children are not in school. Cooke said HealthLinc provides dental services year-round, but the annual Give Kids a Smile Day is way to attract families with no insurance to introduce them to their services. Dental Services, Community Outreach, Dental School, Outreach, Treatment, Insurance, Dental, Community
Camille Cooke, community outreach manager for HealthLinc, said ADA provides the materials while the staff at HealthLinc provides the services during the annual event — annually slated for Presidents Day when children are not in school. Cooke said HealthLinc provides dental services year-round, but the annual Give Kids a Smile Day is way to attract families with no insurance to introduce them to their services.
Camille Cooke, community outreach manager for HealthLinc, said ADA provides the materials while the staff at HealthLinc provides the services during the annual event — annually slated for Presidents Day when children are not in school. Cooke said HealthLinc provides dental services year-round, but the annual Give Kids a Smile Day is way to attract families with no insurance to introduce them to their services. Presidents Day, Valparaiso
Camille Cooke, community outreach manager for HealthLinc, said ADA provides the materials while the staff at HealthLinc provides the services during the annual event — annually slated for Presidents Day when children are not in school. Cooke said HealthLinc provides dental services year-round, but the annual Give Kids a Smile Day is way to attract families with no insurance to introduce them to their services.
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The Entire Dental Staff at HealthLinc Valparaiso on Give Kids a Smile Day 2013.
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Rob Leal, left watches hygienist Brenda Gavin clean his 11-year-old son Isaiah's teeth Monday at HealthLinc Community Health Center in Valparaiso. The center saw more than 60 kids Monday as part of The American Dental Association's Give Kids a Smile Day. Pic by John Luke (NWI.com)
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Dr. Dean Webb prepares to look at 8-year-old Xander Leal's teeth Monday at The HealthLinc Community Health Center during The American Dental Association's Give Kids a Smile Day. Pic by John Luke (NWI.com)
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Pam Tollard, aka the Tooth Fairy, reads the book "Open Wide," about taking care of your teeth, to Jaylyn Tyson, 5, her brother, Daryl Tyson Jr., 3, and their father, Daryl as they wait to see a dentist Monday at HealthLinc Community Health Center. HealthLinc participated in the American Dental Association's Give Kids a Smile Day. The center offered free exams, cleanings, sealants and education to uninsured children at both its Valparaiso and Michigan City locations. Pic by John Luke (NWI.com)
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Hats off to our Valpo staff for recent PCMH recognition! Hope you saved us some celebratory left-overs!
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Over the past several months, the staff of the Valparaiso clinic pulled together and did everything needed to achieve PCMH designation. Now they deserve to celebrate! Today, they are guests of honor at a special luncheon in recognition of their commitment and team work!
Diabetes prevention can be as simple as eating more healthfully, getting more physical activity and losing a few extra pounds, and it's never too late to start.    Making a few simple changes in your lifestyle now may help you avoid the serious health complications of diabetes down the road, such as nerve, kidney and heart damage.
Diabetes prevention can be as simple as eating more healthfully, getting more physical activity and losing a few extra pounds, and it's never too late to start. Making a few simple changes in your lifestyle now may help you avoid the serious health complications of diabetes down the road, such as nerve, kidney and heart damage.
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Congratulations HealthLinc Valpo!!! The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NQCA) has awarded the HealthLinc Community Health Center in Valparaiso, IN with Level 2 PCMH Recognition (Patient-Centered Medical Home). It wasn't easy, but as a team, we came together to develop the policies and procedures that were needed to get the Recognition, and HealthLinc Valpo's Providers and staff worked to implement the changes, and deserve our applaud!
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HealthLinc | Health Clinic in Northern Indiana | Medicare Clinic
We are located at 454 South College Avenue Valparaiso, IN 46383. To make an appt: Valparaiso (219) 462-7173