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Introducing Heather Thompson, RN
Celebrating Excellence in Healthcare: Introducing Heather Thompson Honored with the Nightingale Award Every nurse's heart beats with the commitment to care, heal, and empower. The Nightingale Award, which champions excellence in the healthcare community, shines a...
What happens when you call a suicide help line?
Sam Lewarchick, a crisis therapist with Axis Health System, is a member of the team that responds to people who call the Axis care line seeking help with anything from anxiety to suicidal ideation. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald) Fears of bills, law enforcement...
Mental health awareness takes center stage in off-season
New support groups, a men’s group and successful Green Light Campaign By Katherine Nettles, Crested Butte News When Crested Butte State of Mind (CBSOM) launched its first Green Light Campaign in 2021, the first beacons of unique lighting color began to pop up...
Axis Health System receives federal funding to help with building costs
Sarada Leavenworth, vice president of administration at Axis Health System, gives a tour of the nonprofit's new building. Money will go toward purchasing equipment, furniture and fixtures Article by: By Eliza DuBose, Herald Staff Writer, Durango Herald WASHINGTON –...
Axis’ Durango Integrated Healthcare Opens New Public Pharmacy
Axis Health System's Pharmacy Window on the 1st floor of Durango Integrated Healthcare Durango, CO – Axis Health System is pleased to announce the grand opening of the new Durango Integrated Healthcare pharmacy in the former Mercury building in La Plata County....
A Note from Axis CEO, Shelly Burke
Our organization has a long-standing and proud history of changing with the emerging healthcare needs of our patients and our communities. Over the course of the last year, we have several milestones worth highlighting: Expansion of our Cortez clinic to support...
Expanding Access to Care: New Therapists in Gunnison and San Miguel Counties
Recognizing the critical importance of accessible behavioral health care, we are excited to share that we have three therapists who have joined our team in Gunnison and San Miguel counties, expanding our capacity to support you on your personal wellness journey....
The Power Of Community Engagement: Elevating Mental Health Care Through Partnerships
We're thrilled to spotlight the remarkable strides in elevating mental health care services within our local law enforcement through our partnership with the La Plata County Sheriff's Office. This year, two dedicated Axis team members received La Plata County...
Big News for Norwood: Axis Health System’s Norwood Clinic Expansion
ssestled amidst the breathtaking vistas of Wright’s Mesa and flanked by the San Juan Mountains, the town of Norwood, Colorado, embodies resilience and a rich history of mining and ranching. To support the health of this wonderful community, Axis Health System is...
Axis Health System Announces the opening of its new integrated healthcare clinic in Durango
Axis Health System is excited to announce a significant expansion in our ability to improve the health and wellness of our patients and continue to positively influence the quality of life in our communities.
Rick Jacobsen’s Empowering Journey at Axis: Helping Others Find a Path for Professional Growth
“I do really enjoy working with the court-mandated, the criminal justice population, dual disorder, and helping people,” said Jacobsen.
2023 Axis Health System Annual Report
The 2023 Annual Report for Axis Health System is packed with information that demonstrates our commitment to the communities we serve. Click Here to Read the Full Report
Axis Health System is a provider of Colorado Crisis Services. Funded in part by the Colorado Department of Human Services.
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