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May 2021

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Greetings!

In late March, Doctors Care began distributing the COVID-19 vaccine to our patients and the community. During the clinic, we’ve been asking people to share their “why” for choosing to be vaccinated. In any language, it is heartwarming to hear why folks are getting the vaccine – to hug, to visit, to be safe, and keep others safe. This past year has been eye-opening for me, as I’m sure it has been for you as well. I didn’t fully understand the vaccine hesitancy. For me, it came down to saving lives.

I am hoping the vaccine will be more than life-saving. I am hoping that it will offer a sense of healing and courage in our communities as we regain our footing. I hope it provides a space for us – as community members and leaders - to talk about health equity and equal access to the care we need. As we offer the vaccine to our patients, I am confident that we will ensure that our most vulnerable neighbors get a fair shot at getting in line.

Thank you for your willingness to bring health back to our community by joining in this effort to vaccinate everyone.

Bebe Kleinman, CEO

Mental Health Matters

May is Mental Health Awareness month. We know that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the mental health of people of all ages. Now, more than ever, it is critical to reduce the stigma around mental health struggles, because that stigma often prevents individuals from seeking help.

There are practical tools that everyone can use to improve their mental health and increase resiliency, regardless of the situations they are dealing with.

Check out our latest blog here, which provides tips for adapting after experiencing trauma and stress.

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Welcome Our New Staff, Brenna and Lauren!

Brenna Vitou,

MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Brenna has extensive clinical experience in pediatric and family primary care and women’s health. Before joining Doctors Care as a Family Nurse Practitioner, she spent seven years as a registered nurse in care settings like the pediatric intensive care unit, OR, and clinical research. During her time in the pediatric intensive care unit at Children’s Hospital Colorado, Brenna was the lead research coordinator and worked with a national network that conducted the nation's leading pediatric research studies. Brenna holds a BSN undergraduate degree from Ohio University and an MSN graduate degree from the University of Cincinnati. She values her education and looks forward to gaining as much experience as possible in her position at Doctors Care. When Brenna is not working, she enjoys hikes with her dog, Echo, snowboarding, and running.

Lauren Sadler,

Development and Communications Specialist

Lauren has four years of experience in the nonprofit sector, working with diverse stakeholders in Colorado and abroad to address complex community challenges. She believes in empathy, collaboration, and amplifying the voices of grassroots stakeholders to drive effective and equitable systems change. She holds a Master of Arts in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from the University of Colorado Denver and a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies with an emphasis in Human Rights, Peace, and Security. She is excited to join Doctors Care to support the organization’s development and marketing objectives. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, photography, and the culinary arts.

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