Coming Together

to support healthy communities

Health Care Coalition

Of southern oregon

All families deserve to be healthy. We believe in the power of collective impact. By advancing health equity through partnerships with public health agencies, community health centers, and other organizations—we can harness the power of collective impact and build more equitable communities where all people can thrive.

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Welcome Baby!

Celebrate & Support Families

Each year, our community welcomes about 1,000 new babies! Because babies don’t come with instructions, all parents can benefit from additional support as they welcome their newest additions. We love the opportunity to celebrate and support families with our Welcome Baby Community Baby Shower. Due to the challenges of COVID-19, we have shifted our plans to keep this event going strong!

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Health Care Coalition Oregon Welcome Baby Shower

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Healthy Start of Southern Oregon

Southern Oregon is home to higher than average rates of infant mortality and health disparities for mothers and their babies. We aim to reduce these rates through community-based services for women, infants, and their families. Healthy Start of Southern Oregon provides direct client services through partnering agencies and also convenes task forces in Josephine and Douglas Counties to improve systems of care related to infant and maternal health.

How we connect

Operating in Josephine and Douglas county, participants in the Task Force represent agencies, service providers, and community groups that have a strong focus on overall health for families before, during, and after pregnancy. Together we:

Network
Learn about services
Explore community needs
Plan and host community events
Provide professional development opportunities

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In Josephine & Douglas counties…

over 700 people
receive Healthy Start services each year

300+ people
attended Welcome
Baby in 2019

our community welcomes 1,000 new babies every year!

Spotlight on Mariah

“I learned about parenting classes from Healthy Start, and make it a high priority to take these amazing classes every time they are offered. Just for me. A small hour out of my day to refresh. I always learn something new with each class…”

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Health Care Coalition Blog

Facets of Health Equity in Southern Oregon

What Is the Relationship Between Pronouns and Health Equity?

When we use pronouns such as he, she, his, hers, they or their to address others or ourselves, we’re contributing to a person’s identity. Pronouns are a way in which we categorize those around us, but most of us don’t stop to consider what happens when our identity...

HCCSO Is Seeking Parent Leaders!

We believe that parents empowering one another is a great way to make our communities stronger and healthier. Are you a parent interested in helping other new families? HCCSO’s new scholarship opportunity seeks Parent Leaders interested in training and...

Healthy Start Partners with University of Oregon & Family Check-Up

“The Healthy Start program aims to improve the health and well-being of children and parents across our region. Mental health services, parent education, and substance use prevention are core priorities for our work and make our partnership with University of Oregon...

“It has been rewarding to see the work of HCSSO moving through local collaborations with an increasing lens on diversity, equity and inclusion. We are making a positive difference in the lives of southern Oregonians.”

– Diane Hoover, HCCSO Board Member

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Health Care Coalition of Southern Oregon

4 days ago

Looking for the latest COVID vaccine information as the new Phases roll out?

You can find local vaccine providers, county-specific updates, and appointment information by visiting your county's website.

Douglas County: www.douglascountyhealth.com/109-covid-19/781-covid-19-vaccine-general-public

Jackson County: jacksoncountyor.org/hhs/COVID-19/COVID-19-News/covid-19-vaccine

Josephine County: www.co.josephine.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=2288 ... See MoreSee Less

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