Nestled along a rugged coastline with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, our unique community encompasses a diverse group of small towns strung along 60 miles of the isolated Highway 1 corridor. The Mendonoma community is both resilient and vulnerable; most residents are all too familiar with the price that comes along with this treasured seclusion. From expectant mothers traveling over 4 hours round-trip on long, winding roads for prenatal appointments to aging residents forced to leave their homes to be closer to healthcare resources, no person goes untouched by the challenges of maintaining their health and wellbeing here. However, one key quality that sets this community apart is the growing movement toward better access to quality healthcare and the passion and devotion of the people supporting that movement.

Many talented local residents and leaders from our thriving community organizations have dedicated their time and energy to develop the Mendonoma Health Alliance. Mendonoma Health works hard to bring existing resources together in an intentional, coordinated effort for the promotion of optimal health and wellness. Our network works to identify what services are missing in order to fill gaps in access to care. Mendonoma Health Alliance prides itself on taking a comprehensive approach: embracing the whole community, convening valuable resources from our partners, and striving to be a “one-stop shop” on the road to changing the overall health of our community. In collaboration with our partners, Mendonoma Health stays abreast on national trends and evidence-based best practices to develop creative, community-based solutions. Through this shared problem-solving approach, we have what it takes to move mountains to bring our community to the cutting edge of optimal health and wellness. Our unique partnership will lead Mendonoma Health Alliance to our ideal future: a better quality of life for all residents in our community.

Photo by Michael Beattie