The purpose of Healthfirst is to improve the reproductive health, mental heath, and nutritional health within our communities.
Healthfirst is dedicated to providing quality, confidential reproductive health care, mental health care, education and nutrition counseling that is affordable and accessible through direct care and strategic partnerships.
Healthfirst fulfills its purpose and mission through:
Our bodies are made up of several complex systems, and it is important to take steps to care for them to prevent chronic diseases and promote overall health. Healthfirst is a full-service reproductive health clinic that works closely with our clients to develop the best care plan for the needs of their reproductive health systems. Whether you are in need of STI testing, contraceptives, or your annual exam, Healthfirst offers a variety of service options at several locations for both men and women.
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a nutrition program that serves over 8 million individuals in the United States every year.
The mission of WIC is to assure healthy pregnancies, healthy birth outcomes, and healthy growth and development for infants and children up to age 5. This is done by providing:
WIC helps to ensure that kids enter kindergarten healthy and ready to learn.
The education provided in WIC is person centered. It can be in many different forms to meet each family's needs: online education, one-on-one counseling or in group nutrition classes. The WIC staff will work with each family to help them decide what they want to do to become a healthier family.