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Talkeetna Clinic 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road Phone: 1-907-733-2273 (CARE) Fax: 1-907-733-1735 ​ ​ Mondays & Fridays Tuesdays - Thursdays 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Willow Clinic 24901 Long Lake Road Phone: 1-907-495-4100 Fax: 1-907-495-8121 ​ ​ Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Behavioral Health Provided in person at both of our clinic locations and via telehealth Phone: 1-907-733-9292 Fax: 1-833-471-0092 ​ Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Dental Available at both our Talkeetna and Willow locations. Phone: 1-907-733-2273 (CARE) Fax: 1-907-733-1735 ​ ​ Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Join The Team! Services We provide a full spectrum of high-quality, comprehensive, culturally competent, primary medical, behavioral, and dental care services. MEDICAL CARE Read More BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Read More EYE CARE See More CARE MANAGEMENT Read More DENTAL CARE Read More PAPERWORK SUPPORT Read More ​ Upcoming Events Monthly Clinic Promotion || Medicare Annual Wellness Visits Mon, Apr 01 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Apr 01, 2024, 1:57 PM – Apr 30, 2024, 9:57 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Apr 01, 2024, 1:57 PM – Apr 30, 2024, 9:57 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit during the month of April at either clinic location and receive a Sunshine CHC medicine organizer at check-out. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Diabetes Group Fri, Apr 12 Willow Clinic - In Person Apr 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Willow Clinic - In Person, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA Apr 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Willow Clinic - In Person, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA Sign up for group discussions including strategies to manage life with diabetes and the opportunity to learn about the condition and treatment. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Talkeetna AA Meetings Sun, Apr 14 Talkeetna Apr 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Talkeetna, 24645 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Talkeetna, 24645 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Sunday from 6:00 - 7:00 PM at the Talkeetna Public Library. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Women's Recovery AA Meeting Tue, Apr 16 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Apr 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Apr 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:00 PM via Zoom. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Y Sobriety Wed, Apr 17 Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center Apr 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:00 PM at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. Share Learn more Earth Day Celebration || Denali Education Center Sat, Apr 20 Denali Education Center Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Denali Education Center, 22510 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Denali Education Center, 22510 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Sunshine Community Health Center is honored to participate in the Denali Education Center's Earth Day events and the Jessica Stevens Community Foundation Non-Profit Fair on April 20th! Share Learn more DEA National RX Take Back Sat, Apr 27 Fred Meyer in Wasilla Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Wasilla, 1501 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654, USA Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Wasilla, 1501 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654, USA By turning in your unused medications, you can reduce prescription drug abuse, reduce accidental poisoning, and protect our water and environment. Share Learn more DEA National RX Take Back Sat, Apr 27 Fred Meyer in Palmer Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Palmer, 535 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, USA Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Palmer, 535 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, USA By turning in your unused medications, you can reduce prescription drug abuse, reduce accidental poisoning, and protect our water and environment. Share Learn more 100 Miles in May Wed, May 01 Health Future's Ak May 01, 2024, 12:00 AM – May 31, 2024, 5:50 PM Health Future's Ak May 01, 2024, 12:00 AM – May 31, 2024, 5:50 PM Health Future's Ak Join Sunshine Community Health Center's team in the Healthy Futures 100 Miles in May challenge. Any activity counts towards the mileage. Share Details Multiple Dates Board of Directors Monthly Meeting Thu, May 02 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 All community members are welcome to sit in and listen to the open meetings. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Blood Pressure Checks Tue, May 07 Talkeetna May 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Talkeetna, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA May 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Talkeetna, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center for lunch on the 1st Tuesday of every month and get your blood pressure checked by professionals from Sunshine Community Health Center. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Northern Valley Health Coalition Monthly Meetings Tue, May 14 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X May 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X May 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X The NVHC invites anyone to join in our monthly meetings to learn about resources and projects affecting our communities. Share Learn more Mobile Mammogram || Willow Tue, May 21 Sunshine's Willow Clinic May 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunshine's Willow Clinic, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA May 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunshine's Willow Clinic, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA If you are a woman aged 40 or older and due for your annual screening mammogram, give Providence Imaging Center a call at (907) 212-3151 to schedule this important 20-minute test. Please call to pre-register prior to appointment. Share Learn more Mobile Mammogram || Talkeetna Wed, May 22 Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic May 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic, 34300 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA May 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic, 34300 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA If you are a woman aged 40 or older and due for your annual screening mammogram, give Providence Imaging Center a call at (907) 212-3151 to schedule this important 20-minute test. Please call to pre-register prior to appointment. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Men's Health Tue, Jun 11 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jun 11, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jun 12, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jun 11, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jun 12, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a men's health appointment on June 11th or 12th at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Memory & Dementia Screening & Treatment Tue, Jul 09 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jul 09, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jul 10, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jul 09, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jul 10, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule an appointment for memory and dementia screening and treatment on July 9th or 10th at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Sports Physicals & Well Child Checks Thu, Aug 01 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Aug 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – Aug 31, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Aug 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – Aug 31, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a sports physical or well child check at either clinic location during August and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Women's Health Tue, Sep 10 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Sep 10, 2024, 8:00 AM – Sep 11, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Sep 10, 2024, 8:00 AM – Sep 11, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a women's care appointment on September 10th or 11th at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Load More Stay Informed We share information regularly on our social media platforms. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Our Story Our tale begins in 1987, back in the last millennium, in the Upper Susitna Valley, in South Central Alaska. For the folks who lived in the Upper Susitna Valley, there was no local health care for an area the size of Delaware and Maryland. Read More Benefit From Our Blog Follow our blogs to receive up-to-date information on topics relevant to our Northern Valley Communities and learn more about the services we offer. Naloxone Kits || Harm reduction in our Northern Valley communities 2023 Annual Report Alaska Breast & Cervical Screening and Assistance Program Alaska Department of Health || Get Out and Play || Everyday Sunshine Story || Sunshine Stands by Me OBOT News || December Our Team "I am proud to work for Sunshine Community Health Center. I know the work I am doing is meaningful and that my coworkers truly care about community ." Meet Our Team Join a meeting with our Board of Directors The 1st Thursday of every month. Join Now! Keeping Our Communities Healthy Welcome to Sunshine Community Health Center. Our vision is to become the healthiest rural area in the United States of America! We offer affordable health care to our Northern Valley communities. Our vision Increased, integrated services. Community involvement. Training center for rural health care providers. Adequate funding. Community and school-based services. Progressive, staying on the leading edge of healthcare. Highly functioning organization with excellent systems and processes. our values Compassion Integrity Teamwork Trust Respect Quality Community-Based Fiscal Responsibility We are committed to accessible, proactive, quality healthcare, promoting community wellness through outreach and education Appointment Availability "I had an urgent issue and the staff got me in right away with no problem. I am so appreciative." Caring & Knowledgable "The team there is wonderful, attentive, and informative. I always feel respected and I always feel like my pertinent issues are addressed with care and thorough knowledge." Holistic Care "We very much appreciate that the clinic is here to provide for our community in such a holistic way. Thank you for being here for all of us!"

Awards & Recognitions Sunshine Community Health Center is a Federal Qualified Health Center that participates in State and Federal programs to provide funding and quality of care. 2023 apca In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Ryan Romans was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association for his contributions to Alaska's population health. ​ ​ 2023 apca In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Sierra Winter and Catherine Stankowitz were awarded the Superstar Award from the Alaska Primary Care Association for going beyond their roles and responsibilities for our organization and communities. 2023 HRSA In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities. ​ ​ 2022 HRSA In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality. ​ ​ 2022 HRSA In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for enhancing access to care in our northern valley communities. ​ ​ 2022 HRSA In 2022 Sunshine Community Health Center was an awardee from the Health Resources and Services Administration for reducing health disparities in our northern valley communities. ​ ​ 2019 APCA In 2023 Sunshine Community Health Center's Catherine Stankowitz was awarded the Rainbow Award by the Alaska Primary Care Association for her contributions to Alaska's population health.

Medical Services Your care team is made up of several different staff members, each with designated responsibilities to help you lead your journey to whole-person health. Get to know our team better so you can select your primary care provider. Schedule 1-907-376-2273 (CARE). Prenatal care We offer primary prenatal care in collaboration with your preferred delivering provider in Wasilla/Palmer. Health care begins at birth, let us be there for your family. ​ ​ Women's health An exam including health screenings, contraception, family planning, sexual health, and evaluation/treatment of health conditions specific to women. Acute Care Evaluation and treatment of acute medical complaints of all kinds. Walk-ins are typically welcomed. We encourage you to call ahead to optimize coordination of your care. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, dial 911. ​ Procedures Office procedures including skin lesion biopsy and removal, cyst excisions, contraceptive inserts, some GYN and orthopedic procedures are available as well. ​ Palliative Care Palliative care is specialized medical care that focusses on the relief of serious illness symptoms and includes efforts to improve quality of life. Our services help patients find dignity, comfort and quality, especially during the end-of-life care period. ​ ​ ​ additional services Urgent care Laboratory Imaging/X-Ray Basic Ortho Ophthalmology Immunizations Mobile Mammogram well child visits Well Child Checks are a recurring exam according to your child's age that includes developmental screening, immunizations, and anticipatory guidance for parents. We also provide sport and other activity participation physicals. men's health An exam including health screenings, family planning, sexual health, vasectomy consultations, and evaluation/treatment of health conditions specific to men. chronic care Management of chronic medical conditions. Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last 1 year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both (CDC). ​ ​ ​ specialty care ​ When a service is not available in our office, we are ready to refer you to a specialist. We also host some visiting specialty clinics where patients can access a specialist locally in our community. nurse visits Visits for wound care, diabetic foot care, health education, coumadin management, indwelling catheter changes, and prenatal education. In addition, nurses assist patients with ER and hospitalization discharge follow-up, post operative visit follow-up, and medication reconciliation. Care Team Success "You always go above and beyond, and I feel blessed to have you as my care team." Sunshine For All "We love our local clinic in Willow. We have never had a bad experience, and we recommend Sunshine clinic to all." Lifesaving Care "This is lifesaving care. Don't change a thing" Behavioral Health Services 1-907-376-2273 (CARE). Schedule Our team is skilled in providing a wide range of interventions for various diagnosis' and we serve all age ranges. We offer integrated services with your medical care team, including psychiatric medication management, substance abuse counseling, and behavioral health care management to receive help obtaining resources and additional support. We are committed to having availability in our schedules for same day visits to meet your needs. Interventions Used Cognitive Behavioral Health Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EDMR) Neuro-Feedback Person-Centered Therapy Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Emotionally Focused Therapy Family Therapy Crisis Intervention Groups Restoring Resilience CBT for Chronic Pain Management CBT for Insomnia OBOT - Medicated Assisted Treatment Circles of Security Mindfulness Grief Coping with Illness Addiction Recovery Group Stress Management School Services Our providers currently offer outpatient services at the following locations... Teeland Middle School Wasilla Middle School Redington Jr/Sr High Dena'ina Elementary School Sutton Elementary Su-Valley Jr/Sr High Talkeetna Elementary Sherrod Elementary Willow Elementary Dental Services Schedule 1-907-376-2273 (CARE). Regular dental exams are a critical component of preventive health care. Sunshine Community Health Center provides preventive and restorative treatments for you and your entire family, from toddlers to seniors. Preventive Routine Examinations Emergency Examinations Cleanings Hygiene Education Topical Fluoride Treatment Sealants Diagnostic Imaging Restorative Fillings Simple Extractions Dispensary Sunshine Community Health Center has a limited dispensary that stocks medications for the treatment of some acute conditions. We can provide short-term supplies of medications used for chronic illness management in order to bridge patients until they can get regular supplies from their pharmacy. We can also arrange to have medications delivered to our clinic for local pick up from a pharmacy in Wasilla. However, no controlled substances are delivered to or stored in the clinic. We are unable to fill prescriptions from Providers of other facilities since we are not a pharmacy. Read More Laboratory Sunshine Community Health Center's lab facility has OSHA waved inhouse testing available as well as the ability to do sample collection for more complicated testing done at distant labs. Send-out lab results are typically back within a few days. There are very few laboratory tests that we are unable to order for you through our lab. X-Ray Our providers are able to order basic imagingon site. The images are reviewed by the SCHC provider. However, we also have our images reviewed by a radiologist and typically have final reports available the same day. Paying for Care We are committed to providing quality care, regardless of your ability to pay. We accept most insurance carriers, offer a Sliding Fee Scale for qualifying patients, and we have a wonderful team of Care Managers and Patient Advocates with resources to help you. Funding Community Health Sunshine Commnity Health Center receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Services (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals. Learn More! Patient Satisfaction Survey "This is life saving care. Don't change a thing! I very much appreciate that we have a clinic in our small town and that you provide much needed services for our communities." Click here to complete the Patient Satisfaction Survey. Your feedback is important!

Monthly Clinic Promotion || Medicare Annual Wellness Visits Mon, Apr 01 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Apr 01, 2024, 1:57 PM – Apr 30, 2024, 9:57 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Apr 01, 2024, 1:57 PM – Apr 30, 2024, 9:57 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit during the month of April at either clinic location and receive a Sunshine CHC medicine organizer at check-out. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Diabetes Group Fri, Apr 12 Willow Clinic - In Person Apr 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Willow Clinic - In Person, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA Apr 12, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Willow Clinic - In Person, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA Sign up for group discussions including strategies to manage life with diabetes and the opportunity to learn about the condition and treatment. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Talkeetna AA Meetings Sun, Apr 14 Talkeetna Apr 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Talkeetna, 24645 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Talkeetna, 24645 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Sunday from 6:00 - 7:00 PM at the Talkeetna Public Library. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Women's Recovery AA Meeting Tue, Apr 16 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Apr 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Apr 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM https://us02web.zoom.us/j/78787100277?pwd=W Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:00 PM via Zoom. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Y Sobriety Wed, Apr 17 Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center Apr 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Upper Susitna Community & Senior Center, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join your community members for a local Alcoholics Anonymous group every Wednesday from 7:00 - 8:00 PM at the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center. Share Learn more Earth Day Celebration || Denali Education Center Sat, Apr 20 Denali Education Center Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Denali Education Center, 22510 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Apr 20, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Denali Education Center, 22510 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Sunshine Community Health Center is honored to participate in the Denali Education Center's Earth Day events and the Jessica Stevens Community Foundation Non-Profit Fair on April 20th! Share Learn more DEA National RX Take Back Sat, Apr 27 Fred Meyer in Wasilla Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Wasilla, 1501 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654, USA Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Wasilla, 1501 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654, USA By turning in your unused medications, you can reduce prescription drug abuse, reduce accidental poisoning, and protect our water and environment. Share Learn more DEA National RX Take Back Sat, Apr 27 Fred Meyer in Palmer Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Palmer, 535 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, USA Apr 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Fred Meyer in Palmer, 535 E Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, Palmer, AK 99645, USA By turning in your unused medications, you can reduce prescription drug abuse, reduce accidental poisoning, and protect our water and environment. Share Learn more 100 Miles in May Wed, May 01 Health Future's Ak May 01, 2024, 12:00 AM – May 31, 2024, 5:50 PM Health Future's Ak May 01, 2024, 12:00 AM – May 31, 2024, 5:50 PM Health Future's Ak Join Sunshine Community Health Center's team in the Healthy Futures 100 Miles in May challenge. Any activity counts towards the mileage. Share Details Multiple Dates Board of Directors Monthly Meeting Thu, May 02 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84030002424?pwd=7 All community members are welcome to sit in and listen to the open meetings. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Blood Pressure Checks Tue, May 07 Talkeetna May 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Talkeetna, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA May 07, 2024, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Talkeetna, 16463 E Helena Dr, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA Join the Upper Susitna Community and Senior Center for lunch on the 1st Tuesday of every month and get your blood pressure checked by professionals from Sunshine Community Health Center. Share Learn more Multiple Dates Northern Valley Health Coalition Monthly Meetings Tue, May 14 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X May 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X May 14, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86719703190?pwd=X The NVHC invites anyone to join in our monthly meetings to learn about resources and projects affecting our communities. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Women's Clinic Tue, May 21 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center May 21, 2024, 8:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center May 21, 2024, 8:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a women's care appointment on May 21st, 22nd, or 23rd at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. Providence Imaging Center's Mobile Mammogram will be onsite! Share Learn more Mobile Mammogram || Willow Tue, May 21 Sunshine's Willow Clinic May 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunshine's Willow Clinic, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA May 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunshine's Willow Clinic, 24091 Long Lake Rd, Willow, AK 99688, USA If you are a woman aged 40 or older and due for your annual screening mammogram, give Providence Imaging Center a call at (907) 212-3151 to schedule this important 20-minute test. Please call to pre-register prior to appointment. Share Learn more Mobile Mammogram || Talkeetna Wed, May 22 Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic May 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic, 34300 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA May 22, 2024, 9:00 AM – May 23, 2024, 5:00 PM Sunshine's Talkeetna Clinic, 34300 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna, AK 99676, USA If you are a woman aged 40 or older and due for your annual screening mammogram, give Providence Imaging Center a call at (907) 212-3151 to schedule this important 20-minute test. Please call to pre-register prior to appointment. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Men's Health Tue, Jun 11 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jun 11, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jun 12, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jun 11, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jun 12, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a men's health appointment on June 11th or 12th at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Memory & Dementia Screening & Treatment Tue, Jul 09 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jul 09, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jul 10, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Jul 09, 2024, 8:00 AM – Jul 10, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule an appointment for memory and dementia screening and treatment on July 9th or 10th at either clinic location and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Monthly Clinic Promotion || Sports Physicals & Well Child Checks Thu, Aug 01 Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Aug 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – Aug 31, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Aug 01, 2024, 8:00 AM – Aug 31, 2024, 5:00 PM Willow and Talkeetna Health Center Schedule a sports physical or well child check at either clinic location during August and receive a gift at check-out. More information coming soon! Stay tuned. Share Learn more Load More Submit an Event First name Last name Email Company Event Name URL for Online Events Even Date Start Time End Time Event Information Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Thank you for your submission. Not all events are accepted to Sunshine Community Health Center's events calendar. We may choose to send your event to the Northern Valley Health Coalition for information sharing. You can visit their events page at www.nvhealthco.org . Submit

Careers Work with a terrific healthcare team in a mission-driven environment with a team-based model of care, student loan repayment programs, community outreach, and work/life balance. Sunshine is an award-winning, non-profit, community health center and a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home. View Current Openings Benefits Working for Sunshine Community Health Center comes with a lot of benefits. You get to live in work in small Alaskan communities and experience what it means to be a part of our northern valley. ​ Our employee benefits are designed to help you live your best quality life while you serve our communities. Paid time off. 8 paid holidays. Continued Medical Education (CME) & Continued Education (CE). 401K & Designated Roth Contribution Retirement Plans with a 4% match. Medical and prescription coverage with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan. Vision and dental coverage. FSA and Dependent Care FSA. Group Short and Long-Term Disability. Group and Voluntary Life & ADD Insurance. Supplemental Insurance. Student Loan Repayment Program. Student Tuition Programs. Trails & Parks Backpacking & Camping Lakes & Rivers Wonderful Businesses Subsistence living Winter Activities creativity & Community Events & Entertainment Apply Now Start Your Application Apply to join the Sunshine Community Health Center team in just a few easy steps. Prepare your resume. Canva has FREE resume templates available to get started. If you need support the Northern Valley Health Coalition will review resumes and provide professional feedback at no cost. Reference Letters. Gather your letters of reccomendation from previous employment and/or volunteer experience. Apply Online. Click here to complete our application process online and we will contact you. Even if you do not see a open position that you are interested in we encourage you to complete the application process so we have your information on hand when new positions open up. ​ If you have questions you may contact our Human Resources department by calling 1-907-376-2273 (CARE) or using our Contact Form online. Join Our Board Do you want to make a positive impact on your community? As our board members’ terms end, we are enlisting potential new members. If you want to help improve the health and wellness of Mat-Su Alaskans, this is a terrific opportunity for you! We are looking for potential board members with expertise in long term planning, governance, risk management, finance, and health care quality. ​ Do you want to make a difference in your community? Board members provide the critical intellectual capital and strategic resources to power nonprofit success and strengthen communities. Each year hundreds of individuals dedicate their time and expertise to shape the future of nonprofit organizations in the Matanuska Susitna Valley through board service. ​ ARE YOU ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE? You could be one of those individuals who: is committed to sharing their time and talents to help make the world a better place has specialized skills and expertise that could benefit a nonprofit board’s work is willing to be enthusiastic advocates for an organization and encourage others to get involved ​ STRENGTHEN YOUR SKILLS! Serving on a board is a wonderful way to support a cause that you care about. But it also can be a powerful way to build your own skills and expertise. Individuals who serve on a board have the opportunity to: develop and grow as a leader cultivate new skill sets expand their network of peers, professionals, community leaders, and community thought leaders Is Board Service right for you? Board Application Country Download the Application! Are you able to devote at least 10-12 hours per month to board activities such as sub-committee meetings? Note special projects and/or travel could require more hours. Yes No Are you available to meet on the first Thursday of each month at 4:00 PM? Yes No Do you have immediate family members employed at Sunshine Community Health Center? Yes No If yes, please describe their affiliation with the clinic. What do you know about Sunshine Community Health Center? Why are you interested in committing your time and energy to sitting on Sunshine Community Health Center's Board of Directors? Board members bring a variety of skills and experiences with them. Please elaborate on how your life experiences and knowledge could contribute to the board? What previous employment or volunteering experience do you feel will best help you become a fully participative board member? Do you have a particular area of interest in regards to the clinic? Please elaborate. Please describe what you are hoping to gain from your board service? How valuable do you feel social interactions with other board members both in meetings and outside of the board environment to be? Do you have basic computer skills (i.e. comfortable utilizing email, browsing websites, creating and/or editing documents and spreadsheets, etc.)? Please briefly describe your skills. Do you have prior experience as a board member? If so, when and within what organization(s) and in what position(s) did you serve? Did your board experience involve sitting on a working board or a governing board? Submit Thank you for your submission. We will contact you once our Board of Directors has had time to review your application. Join a meeting with our Board of Directors The 1st Thursday of every month. Join Now!

Board of Directors Management Medical Behavioral Health Dental Join Our Team! Medical Your care team is made up of several different staff members, each with designated responsibilities to help you lead your journey to whole-person health. Get to know our team better so you can select your primary care provider. Apply Now PAUL FORMAN, MD Dr. Forman's philosophy towards health care is to identify the best pathway to health for each individual based on each individual's values, beliefs, and needs. He believes that, as a physician, it is his job to help patients promote health, prevent disease, educate patients about their conditions and help them select the best treatment options for their individual needs. Read More CURTIS HARVIE, DNP, ANP, FAMILY NURSE & PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSE PRACTITIONER Curtis Harvie holds dual board certifications from the American Nurses Credentialing Centers as a family nurse practitioner and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Read More RUTH ROSENTRETER, MSN, FNP-C Ruth received her BS in Nursing in 2007 at Bethel College in Indiana and her MS/FNP in 2018 at Indiana State University. Read More SHAINA AHLES, PA Shaina completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at Southern Adventist University in Chattanooga, TN from 2013-2017. She then attended Dayton, OH to complete her Master of Physician Assistant degree at Kettering College from 2017-2019. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Read More JENELLE JOHNSON, MLS, ASCP, PA-C Jenelle completed her Medical Assisting certification with the Career Academy in 2009 and continued her studies with a B.A. in Medical Laboratory Science in 2013 from the University of Alaska. She finished her M.S. of Clinical Health Services, Physician Assistant Studies at the University of Washington in 2019. ​ ​ ​ Read More KEITH KEHOE, PA Keith completed his B.S. in Biology at Illinois Benedictine College in 1983 and received his Physician Assistant certification from the University of Washington/MEDEX in 1995. He has worked in remote and urban settings as well as in England and Scotland providing urgent care and family practice. His work at SCHC spans 20 years cumulatively. Keith enjoys beekeeping and woodworking in his spare time. See More ANNE YOSHINO, MD Dr.Anne has worked seasonally at Sunshine Community Health Center since 2008 and she enjoys working with people to improve their health. Read More Ruth Rosentreter, FNP-C Leave Ruth a review by clicking here! Nurses Duronda Twigg, RN Chief Nursing Officer Layla Micheli, LPN Samantha Bell, LPN Sara Heller, LPN Apply Now Sara Heller, LPN "Sara was gentle and persistent to get the wax out of my ear. After a week of not hearing, I had given up, I thought it was a goner! Warm water and gentle persistence won it back." Layla Micheli, LPN "Layla is really caring and does a professional job. She did excellent wound care for my husband." Samantha Bell, LPN Leave Samantha a review by clicking here. Duronda Twigg, RN Leave Dondi a review by clicking here. Behavioral Health Sunshine Community Health Center’s Behavioral Health Team is committed to providing evidenced-based treatments to help you accomplish your goals. Our person-centered, trauma-focused approach always puts you in the forefront to make decisions about your treatment and take strides to apply a recovery-oriented approach to our care-delivery. Our services can be provided in various formats: in-person, virtual, or in a group setting. We utilize various tools and technology to meet each patient’s unique needs, while also helping our clients obtain resources to improve their ability to relate and function in the world around them. We look forward to meeting and working with you to meet your mental health needs. Give us a call today to hear about our group schedule and provider availability. CRYSTAL EDWARDS, LCSW Crystal received her BS in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of Maryland in 2007. She completed her BSW in 2014 and MSW in 2015 from Kansas State University. Crystal enjoys talking to people and helping them be the best versions of themselves. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Read More TANYA KORTA, LPC Originally from Minnesota, Tanya has lived in rural Alaska for 28 years. She worked as an elementary school teacher for 11 years before transitioning to health care and earning a master’s degree in community counseling from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2014. ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Read More KIRSTEN STROLLE, LCSW Kirsten is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to helping people who have experienced trauma reconnect with themselves. Her work focuses on processing trauma, increasing self-compassion, and working together with patients to find ways of supporting them in living their best life. ​ COURTNEY BEEBE, LCSW Courtney graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2019 with her Master’s of Science in Social Work. She also acquired a graduate certificate in the Treatment of Trauma in 2019. For two years, Courtney worked with adults in a court-ordered drug rehabilitation program and is familiar with patients who struggle with substance abuse. Read More CLAIRE SPORTSMAN, MSW Claire has experience working within domestic violence shelters in the UK, working with children in a variety of settings, including child protective services, foster care, and youth organizations. She has also worked in education with middle and high school students as part of a program to prepare students from low-income backgrounds for college. Read More Jayme L.S. Moudy-Ferrier, MSW, LMSW Jayme (Spires) Moudy-Ferrier, LMSW obtained a master’s degree in social work through the University of Hawai’i, Manoa, in May 2022. Upon returning to her hometown of Talkeetna in the spring of 2023, she began helping people in her community as a Behavioral Health Clinician I at Sunshine Community Health Center.. Read More Apply Now Tammy Robeen, Behavioral Health Administrative Coordinator Tanya Olson, Behavioiral Health Administrative Coordinator Kirsten Strolle, LCSW "Kirsten Strolle is an exemplary Counselor, a cut above others as far as her eclectic approach to helping overcome severe long term Trauma impact." Care Management Apply Now Ryan Romans, Care Manager Helen Michaelson, Care Manager Lori Proctor, Patient Advocate Kendra Coeville, Patient Advocate I Dental Apply Now Tyler Mann, DDS Interim Dental Director Timber Wulff, DDS Tracy Martinson, Registered Dental Hygienist Renee Gunderson, Dental Manager Jennifer Stankowitz, Dental Assistant Management Team Apply Now Joshua Gilmore, CEO Stephanie Stanley-Harrell, CHRO Paul Forman, MD CMO Crystal Edwards, BH Director Gina McCullough, CFO Bronn Salmon, CIO Duronda Twigg, RN CNO Catherine Stankowitz, CQO Sierra Winter Smith, Community Relations Manager Jack Smothers, Facilities Director Board of Directors Apply Now Sandra Loomis Kathy Ernst Mabel Quilliam Mary Gunderson Melitta White Vern Rauchenstein Sharon Montagnino Rachel Harrison Annie Thomas-Landrum Join a meeting with our Board of Directors The 1st Thursday of every month. Join Now!

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Contact Us If you are an active patient we encourage you to call our offices or utilize your patient portal account to discuss your protected health information securely. Patient Portal Talkeetna Clinic 34300 South Talkeetna Spur Road Talkeetna Alaska 99676 Contact Phone: 1-907-733-2273 Fax: 1-907-733-1735 Opening Hours Mon & Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tues - Thurs 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Willow Clinic 24091 Long Lake Road Willow Alaska 99688 Contact Phone: 1-907-495-4100 Fax: 1-907-495-8121 Opening Hours Mon & Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm I have been experiencing issues with your phones. Send I am aware that I should not use this form for patint care related conversatios or patient grievanes. Thank you for your submission. We will contact you shortly. If this is a medical emergency dial 911.

Supporting the Future Sunshine Community Health Center is invested in building healthy communities. We are committed to accessible, proactive, quality healthcare, promoting community wellness through outreach and education. 1 student scholarships Next Our scholarships help defray the cost of higher education in degree and certificate programs in the fields of health and human services. The purpose of this scholarship is to promote, facilitate, and increase the knowledge and understanding of the vital role of community health care in rural areas. The scholarships will recognize the individual's scholastic achievements, leadership and citizenship attributes, and their role in community wellness. 2 Student shadowing Next Sunshine Community Health Center supports the future of the health care industry by allowing students to shadow our providers to meet their scholastic requirements. Contact our Human Resources department for more information. 3 apprenticeship program Next We work with the Alaska Primary Care Association (APCA) to provide apprenticeship program opportunities for our staff. Through this we can build up our workforce and the communities we live in. ​ Programs: Clinical Medical Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Electronic Health Record Specialist Dental Assistant Billing and Coding Specialist Community Health Worker ​ The APCA is an organization with the mission to advance Alaska's wellness through the support of vibrant and effective Community Health Centers. They work with our organization (and others like ours) to promote, expand, and optimize access to primary care for all Alaskans. 4 staff scholarships Next Our Board of Directors provides staff scholarships to qualifying employees to help cover their existing tuition cost and benefit our communities. Student Scholarships Overview The goal of Sunshine Community Health Center's scholarship program is to increase the health and human services workforce in the Matanuska Susitna Valley, the state, and the country. ​ We will award scholarships, up to $2,000 each. Scholarships will honor those individuals who have had an impact in their community and school, through leadership and willingness to work with and help others. Finalist will be asked to participate in a Zoom interview with the Board of Director's Advocacy Committee. ​ Applications are available January 1, and due by April 1. Funds are available to recipients in June 2024. Minimum requirements Applicants must be a senior in high school and accepted into a higher education degree program or certificate program with a concentration in health care, behavioral health care, or social services. Application must have participated in at least 1 extracurricular or service project. Applicants must complete the essay application. Applicants must have a letter of recommendation from their school counselor (or teacher) and community member. Applicant must include their current unofficial transcript. The counselor or department chair must sign the application to ensure that the academic information submitted is accurate. All materials must be included in the online application or postmarked to: SCHC Scholarship HC 89 BOX 8190 34300 Talkeetna Spur Road Talkeetna AK 99676 ​ Questions can be emailed to scholarship@sunshineclinic.org . Essay Requirements The purpose of this scholarship is to promote, facilitate, and increase the knowledge and understanding of the vital role of community health care in rural areas. The scholarships will recognize the scholastic, leadership, and citizenship attributes of high school students and their role in community wellness. Some of these attributes are a desire to help others, empathy, compassion, and integrity. ​ On a 8.5 x 11 single spaced 12-point Time New Roman or Geneva Style font, please address the following statements: What experience(s) has impacted your choice of a health-related career? What is your long-term goal on your chosen path? ​ Please upload the essay at the end of the Scholarship Application below. Student Scholarship Application Sex at Birh Male Female Country Click here to download the application. Country Scholastic Performance || Briefly describe any health-related classes taken and any distinctions or honors received during high school. Leadership || Describe any leadership roles you paticipted in your school and/or in our communities. Citizenship || Briefly describe what citizensip means to you as it is related to your career choice and your communities. Upload Letter/Signature from Counselor/Teacher Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Upload Transcript Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Upload Application Upload File Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Submit Thank you for your submission. We will contact you once our Board of Directors has had time to review your application.

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We encourage you to complete your paperwork through your patient portal account. If you do not have an active patient portal you may download these forms to bring with you to your next office visit. Patient Forms Patient Registration Consent to Discuss Sliding Fee Eligibility Authorized Care of a Minor