Recent News and Upcoming Events
Holidays & Closures
These are the days we will be closed for holidays and trainings. As needed, we will update clinic hours here and on our social media pages. Thank you!
Calls, Texts, Emails… Stay Safe from Spam & Phishing
If you are ever unsure if you are talking to a Valley View employee, please let the individual know that you will call back on
PARKING LOT PROJECT AT CENTRALIA CLINICS
Providence has begun a Parking Lot Project that will impact patients trying to access the Centralia Primary Clinic and the Centralia Walk-In Clinic. These two
Flu Vaccines Available Starting October 1!
In October, Valley View is offering walk-in flu vaccine clinics for patients ages 19-64. For walk-in flu clinic dates, times, and locations please click here
Stay (or Get Back) on Track With Vaccines
During the last four years you’ve probably heard more about vaccines than you ever thought possible. But did you know that the rate of routine
Celebrate National Health Center Week with Valley View!
Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s 1,400 Community
Imaging After 4 PM at the Walk-In Clinic
If you check in after 4 pm at the Centralia Walk-In Clinic, and it’s determined that you need imaging, you may be redirected to either
Connecting Lewis County Seniors
Valley View Health Center is partnering with CHOICE, Gather Church, and Timberland Regional Library to connect Lewis County Seniors to community and digital resources.
Stay Up to Date on Cancer Screenings…
Cancer screening means checking your body for cancer before you have symptoms. Getting screening tests regularly may find breast, cervical, and colorectal (colon) cancers early, when treatment is likely to work best
Recent Change in Your Medication Costs?
July 1, 2024. Our goal is to provide our patients with affordable care and medications. The Federal 340B Drug Pricing Program is an important program
Onalaska Clinic Provider Update: Hansen, ARNP
Patients of Elisabeth Hansen, ARNP received a letter in June sharing that effective July 9, 2024, she would be leaving Valley View Health Center. If
NO WEAPONS
Valley View Health Center prohibits ALL weapons including concealed firearms at ALL their sites.
Olympia Clinic Provider Update: Ruiz, PA-C
Patients of Brittany Ruiz, PA-C will be receiving a letter sharing that effective September 13, 2024, she will moving out of state. If you did
Phones: Recorded Lines, Afterhours Voicemails
Beginning on May 6, 2024, the following changes were made to our phone system. For outbound calls, staff will provide notification if they are speaking
Apple Health Expansion Enrollment cap
Beginning July 2024, eligibility for Washington Apple Health coverage is expanding to adults age 19 and older, regardless of immigration status. This new program is
UPDATE: GLP-1s (Victoza, Byetta, Trulicity, and Ozempic)
You may have heard about worldwide shortages of certain diabetes medications. Specifically, the supply of the GLP-1s (Victoza, Byetta, Trulicity, and Ozempic), which have been
BLUE ZONES ACTIVATE LEWIS COUNTY
COMMUNITY KICK-OFF: Saturday, February 24, 2024 1:00-3:30 pm Centralia College, TransAlta Commons COME JOIN THE FUN! Food, activities, Prizes & more! BLUE ZONES ACTIVATE LEWIS
Pediatric Dental Letter for Current Patients
December 1, 2023: Valley View would like to highlight the importance of continuity of care with your child’s regular dentist for preventative and maintenance care.
Open Enrollment Starts November 1st!
Starting November 1, all Washingtonians, regardless of immigration status will be able to purchase health and dental insurance through Washington Healthplanfinder. If you are internet
We Need Your Help!
In Washington State, the Drug Benefit Pricing Program (340B) is at Risk! You can help save this vital program!
Community Youth Services
VVHC has opened a new clinic inside Community Youth Services for people who are 25 & under.
Patient Experience & Satisfaction Surveys
If you have the time and wouldn’t mind, we’d love it if you shared your experience with us. We appreciate any feedback you feel comfortable sharing.
Did You Receive Your Apple Health (Medicaid) Renewal Notice?
Don’t miss important notices about your Apple Health (Medicaid) coverage! Make sure your plan can reach you with important coverage updates. Visit wahealthplanfinder.org or call 1-855-923-4633 to update your current phone numbers, email, and mailing address today.
VVHC’s Continued Focus on Cyber Security
We work with all of our vendors to constantly update our defenses and protect our patient data from those attacks. Recently one of our important health information partners, NextGen, reported an attempted ransomware attack on their systems. They immediately identified the breach and stopped it before the bad actors could access any patient or client data kept on their systems.
VVHC Receives AAAHC Accreditation!
Valley View Health Center (VVHC) has been re-accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) from February 4, 2023 to February 3, 2026. Accreditation distinguishes this VVHC from many other outpatient facilities through its adherence to rigorous standards of care and safety.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Call or text, 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) to connect with counselors at the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline.
Olympia Community Care Center Update
December 1, 2022, VVHC is no longer providing services at 225 State Avenue NE in downtown Olympia.