RENO, Nev. (COLO) – HOPES of Northern Nevada (HOPES), a leading community health organization, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new clinic, the Jerry Smith Community Wellness Center. This state-of-the-art, 43,000-square-foot facility will expand primary care, behavioral health care, and substance use treatment to 12,000 people in Northern Nevada, in addition to the 14,000 patients HOPES currently serves. become. Nevada faces a severe shortage of primary care, ranking 42nd in the nation in access to health care and last in behavioral health.
“We know that health and wellness can improve your financial situation because you don’t have to worry about where you get your medicine, how you buy your medicine, and whether you end up not taking it. ” said Sharon Chamberlain, CEO of HOPES. “We hope that by serving these individuals, this will benefit the community as a whole.”
The Jerry Smith Community Wellness Center, located within the Corridor of Hope on East 4th Street and adjacent to the Washoe County-run Cares Campus, will address this resource gap and provide services to the most marginalized members of our community. We provide a much-needed service. “The Jerry Smith Community Wellness Center represents a major step forward in our mission to provide comprehensive and accessible health care to our communities,” said Sharon Chamberlain, Chief Executive Officer of HOPES. “I will.” “By opening our new clinic on East 4th Street, we are maintaining the same high standards as HOPES’ 5th Avenue Clinic. We are excited to welcome new patients with a streamlined and accessible process. Our expanded services include a walk-in clinic, which we hope will serve even more Northern Nevadans, especially those experiencing homelessness.”
The new clinic will enhance access to HOPES care for residents of Reno, Sparks and the North Valley, providing critical services in addition to primary care including a walk-in clinic for non-urgent acute care, an on-site pharmacy and case management, nutrition, diabetes management and prevention, medications to support recovery, as well as more comprehensive services. Washoe County Commission Chair Alexis Hill commented on the positive impact the clinic will have on the area: “We are excited to be part of this exciting new community in our community. This is an incredible resource that will undoubtedly make a lasting difference in the lives of so many people.”
With donor support, HOPES was able to raise $36,640,734 for the construction of a new clinic, including construction, architecture, landscaping, equipment, furniture, and parking. The generosity of philanthropists includes an unsolicited $6 million gift from Mackenzie Scott, a $5.9 million gift from the William N. Pennington Foundation, and donations from other foundations, individuals, corporations, and government agencies. , demonstrating a common commitment and critical need to expand access to health care. Located in northern Nevada. “The Jerry Smith Community Wellness Center is more than just a clinic. It’s a beacon of hope,” said Per Toles, a member of the HOPES Board of Directors. “This facility is a game-changer for Northern Nevada and will set a new standard for regional health care. HOPES offers world-class service in a unique, state-of-the-art environment. We are not just keeping up with medical advances, we are setting the pace.”
The Jerry Smith Community Wellness Center represents a significant advancement in healthcare infrastructure with an emphasis on patient privacy, operational efficiency and adherence to ADA guidelines and infectious disease protocols. With features such as seamless telehealth navigation, dynamic digital signage and cutting-edge technology, the clinic sets a high standard for community healthcare in Northern Nevada. It strives to lead by example and promote excellence in modern healthcare delivery. Northern Nevada HOPES is currently accepting new patients at both its E. 4th St. and W. 5th St. locations. Call (775)786-4673 or visit nnhopes.org/patients/become-a-patient/ to become a patient.
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