Holyoke Health Center

✨️Reminder ✨️

Join us now until 2PM!

All activities are free and everyone is welcome 😊

Holyoke Health Center's Health Fair is happening soon! 🎉 Dive into wellness with activities like yoga by VegaYoga Mobile, acupuncture, and Soothing Touch To Go LLC massages. Connect with Speed and Sprocket Cycle Works, Let's Move Hampden County 5210, Public Library and more! And don't forget to participate in our raffle for a chance to win cool prizes.

When: Tuesday, June 18th
Time: 11AM - 2PM
Location: Steiger's Building @ 261 High Street, Holyoke, MA

See you there!

Unveiling the Future of Healthcare in Holyoke! ✨

Last Friday, we unveiled our visionary initiative aimed at tackling regional healthcare workforce shortages with the launch of the Regional Health Professions Education and Training Center in Western Massachusetts!

Dr. Alejandro Esparza Perez, our CEO, shared our mission with local leaders, higher education officials, and healthcare experts. This initiative aligns with Governor Healey’s Mass Leads Act, aiming to build a skilled healthcare workforce to meet growing demands.

Our strategy includes partnering closely with local colleges to enhance training programs in downtown Holyoke, ensuring a pipeline of qualified professionals like never before.

Additionally, we're revitalizing the historic Steiger building into a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly facility—a hub for learning and innovation that will breathe new life into our community.

This project isn't just about healthcare; it’s about revitalizing our city and preparing for tomorrow's challenges. We're grateful for the support of our community and legislators as we work towards our goal of enrolling students by January 2027.

Join us as we unite to cultivate tomorrow's healthcare workforce today! With your support, we can make a lasting impact on Holyoke’s future.​ ❤️



read more on our website: https://tinyurl.com/yp8c45vk

We’re excited to celebrate love, diversity, and the vibrant LGBTQ+ community! ✨

Come visit our Center for Recovery & Support Team and show your support, learn, and have a blast with us! Whether you're a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, your presence makes a difference. Let’s spread love, acceptance, and positivity! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

See you there! 🎉

Upcoming holiday hours:
Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 for the Juneteenth holiday.

El Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estrán cerrados el miércoles, 19 de junio debido al día feriado de Juneteenth.

Holyoke Health Center's Health Fair is happening soon! 🎉 Dive into wellness with activities like yoga by VegaYoga Mobile, acupuncture, and Soothing Touch To Go LLC massages. Connect with Speed and Sprocket Cycle Works, Let's Move Hampden County 5210, Public Library and more! And don't forget to participate in our raffle for a chance to win cool prizes.

When: Tuesday, June 18th
Time: 11AM - 2PM
Location: Steiger's Building @ 261 High Street, Holyoke, MA

See you there!

🌟 Join us this Friday for the Holyoke Farmers' Market Pop-Up event at Holyoke Health Center! 🌟

🗓 Date: Friday/Viernes, May 31
🕙 Time: 10AM-2PM
📍 Location: Health Center Lobby, 230 Maple Street in Holyoke

Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be CLOSED on Monday, May27th for the holiday.

El Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estarán CERRADOS el lunes, 27 de mayo debido al día feriado.

💬 Listening to the experiences of pregnant & postpartum people is crucial. Together, we can ensure every voice is heard. Learn more from women who have gotten help for conditions during . www.womenshealth.gov/talkingPPD

🌽🍎 Freshness Alert! 🍅🥕

Hey everyone! Looking for the freshest produce in town? Look no further than the Holyoke Farmers Market this season! 🌟 From crunchy carrots to juicy strawberries, we've got it all straight from the farm to your table. Join us for a day of vibrant colors, delicious flavors, and supporting local farmers and vendors! 🌱 Don't miss out on the chance to and . See you there! 🚜🛒

¡Disfruta tu edad de oro! Piensa en las cosas que te apasionan e interesan y haz algo que te de alegría y satisfacción. Recuerda que hay apoyo para tu salud mental si lo necesitas. Visita samhsa.gov/encuentra-apoyo para obtener más información.

Save the date for Holyoke Pride 2024! 🌈
🗓️Saturday, June 22nd.
📍Veterans Park in Holyoke, MA.
Don’t miss a day filled with celebration, love, and community spirit. Special thanks to our main sponsors: Holyoke Art, Holyoke Community College, and Mass Cultural Council.
🌐For more information, visit our website:
holyokepride.org

Join us for an engaging active learning session featuring Glorimar Irizarry, Women's Health Program Lead at Holyoke Health Center, along with two other esteemed speakers.

This session will explore the groundbreaking Q4T (Quality for Teens) Improvement Package, designed to elevate the care standards for our teenage patients.

Learning Objectives:
1️⃣ Discover the key components of the Q4T toolkit.
2️⃣ Uncover the research and best practices behind its development.
3️⃣ Learn effective strategies for utilizing the toolkit to enhance quality, equity, and access to Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) services.
4️⃣ Engage in discussions on client-led counseling and education approaches for adolescents seeking SRH information and services.

🗓️ Mark your calendars! 🕐
📅 Date: April 23rd
🕐 Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT / 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
🔗 Register here: https://ctcsrh.org/event/quality-for-teens-q4t-a-quality-improvement-package-for-adolescent-sexual-and-reproductive-health-care/

💡 Don't miss this opportunity to empower your practice and advocate for the needs of our teen patients!

📢 We're Hiring! 📢

Open Positions:
Home Care Utilization Nurse
APRN - Psychiatric Nurse
Safety and Security Coordinator
Marketing and Communication Intern
Referral Specialist
AND MORE

If you're interested in applying or would like more information, please visit:
https://hhcinc.org/careers-opportunities/

Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be CLOSED on Monday, April 15th for the holiday.

El Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estarán CERRADOS el lunes, 15 de abril debido al día feriado.

April 10 is National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day. reminds us about the importance of investing in young people’s health and education. School-based allows youth to learn about HIV prevention and care. Explore more: https://bit.ly/3PkoZ0u

Join us in celebrating Autism Acceptance Month!

At Holyoke Health Center, we embrace and recognize that navigating life on the spectrum is as varied as the colors of a rainbow. We acknowledge the individuality of your needs, understanding deeply the challenges individuals with disabilities face in accessing inclusive and holistic care. Our dedicated team is committed to breaking down those barriers, empowering you to make well-informed choices about your health, and championing your unique requirements every step of the way.

“It’s important for us to understand that our teens have their own rights, their own opinions, and they can advocate for themselves to have their needs understood.”
- Glorimar Irizarry, Women's Health Program Lead

Holyoke Health Center participated in piloting and developing the Q4T (Quality for Teens) Improvement Package, which provides strategies for improving the care of our adolescent patients.

Read more about how these quality improvements have been implemented at our health center: https://www.nachc.org/q4t-sparks-a-new-era-in-adolescent-sexual-and-reproductive-health/

The Q4T Improvement Package was developed and produced by the National Association of Community Health Centers with collaboration from Cicatelli Associates Inc. (CAI) and with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Reproductive Health

Take a glimpse at these radiant smiles! Our health center squad never fails to brighten our day when they unite. They joined in on the fun at the Holyoke Saint Patrick's Day Road Race and 2K walk last weekend! 🍀

Celebrate National Reading Month with us!

Explore free books in our Teen Space as well as a collection tailored for elementary and middle school readers. Reading isn't just about words on a page—it's about fostering healthy development, expanding ideas, and the pure pleasure of escaping into a good story. Don't miss out! Inquire with your provider during your next visit🩷📖

What are you reading this month? Let us know in the comments.

Oops! We made a mistake on our initial posting about this week's Covid Booster Walk-In Clinic. It IS on Thursday, March 14, and it IS walk-in only for anyone aged 12 and up, but the hours are 9:30am to 12:30pm. If you didn't get your booster this fall/winter, consider stopping by the Senior Center between those hours to receive it from our partner, the Holyoke Health Center. Hope to see you then!
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¡Uy! Cometimos un error en nuestra publicación inicial sobre la Clínica de Refuerzo de Covid de esta semana. Es el jueves, 14 de marzo, y es sin cita previa sólo para cualquier persona de 12 años y más, pero las horas son 9:30am a 12:30pm. Si usted no recibió su refuerzo este otoño/invierno, considere pasar por el Centro de Ancianos entre esas horas para recibirlo de nuestro socio, el Centro de Salud de Holyoke. ¡Esperamos verle allí!

Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be CLOSED on Monday, February 19th for the holiday.

El Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estarán CERRADOS el lunes, 19 de febrero debido al día feriado.

Registration closed!

Thank you to everyone who registered for our open house dates. The number of responses blew us away! We are closing the registration because we are already at capacity.

We thank you for your interest in the program and please stay tuned for information regarding next year's dates. We will continue to recruit each year until 2026.

🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert: Dental Assistant On-the-Job Program 🌟
Are you ready to kickstart a rewarding career in dental healthcare? Our 16-week On-the-Job Program is your gateway! 🦷

🚀 Program Highlights:
Paid hands-on training
Employee benefits
Weekly classroom experience
Paid radiology course
Job placement support
Practical clinical experience
Dedicated mentorship and support
and more!

📅 Cohort Dates:
April 1, 2024
August 5, 2024

✨ Qualifications:
No prior dental experience required
18 years or older
High school diploma or GED

📆 Open-House Dates:
Feb 23, 12-2 PM 🕑
Mar 13, 4-6 PM 🕓

📍 Location: 230 Maple Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

🔍 How to Register for Open-House:
Scan the QR code or visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TX5GVNT to reserve your spot! 📲

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to launch your career in dental healthcare. Join us on the path to success! 🚀🦷

Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be closed tomorrow (2/13) due to inclement weather.

Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estarán CERRADAS mañana el martes (13 de febrero) debido a la tormenta.

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📢 Rewards Opportunity 📢
Market Street Research is seeking diverse community members to review sexual and reproductive health informational and educational materials.

Members of the panel will review documents to ensure the materials are easy to understand, inclusive, and appropriate for everyone who receives sexual and reproductive health services in Massachusetts.

Each document review will take between 7-10 minutes.

Panel members earn points by completing reviews, which can be redeemed for gift cards.

Follow the QR code or visit https://marketstreetresearch.com/review-panel/ to see if you qualify!

Join us for a walk this Thursday!
Starting at 12:15 at the Holyoke War Memorial building!

Holyoke Health Center launches “Walk with a Doc” program to promote community wellness Holyoke Health Center is taking a proactive approach to community health with the introduction of the “Walk with a Doc” program, aimed at encouraging residents to prioritize their well-…

Holyoke Health Center and all locations will be CLOSED on Monday, December 25th & Monday, January 1st for the holidays.

El Holyoke Health Center y todas sus localidades estarán CERRADOS el lunes, 25 de diciembre y lunes, 1 de enero debido al días feriados.