Island Health’s commitment to the health and wellness of our community doesn’t stop at our doors. Through enduring partnerships, we collaborate to help fill healthcare gaps that may otherwise go unchecked.

Anacortes School District

Healthy communities start with healthy kids. Island Health is proud to provide crisis support to our school district’s students and staff. When there is an emergent need for mental or emotional support, Island Psychiatry & Behavioral Health teams provide immediate intervention.

“We are deeply grateful for our partnership with Island Health, which has been critical in providing proactive and responsive support. Through regular collaboration, we effectively address mental health and crisis issues, ensuring seamless communication and minimizing the impact on students, families and the community. This partnership promotes overall health and well-being, allowing us to adapt and grow with the changing needs of our schools and community.”

Dr. Becky Clifford
Assistant Superintendent
Anacortes School District

Anacortes Fire Department

Through the Community Paramedicine Program (CPP), Island Health social workers, providers and staff partner with community paramedics to check on patients at home. The program reaches patients where they are when a physical or environmental concern is raised that may impact their health. In 2024, the CPP assisted over 100 patients with complex medical issues, disabilities or other needs. This program is funded by Island Health and the City of Anacortes.

“Our Community Paramedicine Program is the first of its kind in Skagit County. It is unique because of the relationship between the organizations and our ability to collaborate between fire department staff, the community paramedic and providers at Island Health.”

Steve Monrad
Community Paramedic
Anacortes Fire Department

Anacortes Family Center

The Anacortes Family Center (AFC) and Island Health collaborate to provide healthcare to vulnerable families facing homelessness. Often, healthcare needs go unmet until conditions become severe, requiring emergency care. Through this partnership, Island Health offers weekly primary care appointments for AFC families, helping them address issues early, receive preventive care like vaccinations and establish relationships with trusted providers.

“To say our families are grateful is an understatement, and Anacortes Family Center is tremendously thankful to Island Health for prioritizing households frequently underserved but in dire need. Thank you, Island Health!”

Dustin Johnson, CFRE
Executive Director
Anacortes Family Center

Island Health Foundation

Many of the programs and support Island Health provides to the community would not be possible without the generous donations from the Island Health Foundation. In 2024, the Foundation provided nearly $3M in funding, assisting with various grants toward capital improvement projects, health education programs, new equipment, technology and more.

“The Island Health Foundation is honored to support the expansion of healthcare services within our community. We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our donors, board members and staff, whose unwavering commitment and expertise ensure that quality healthcare remains accessible and close to home for all residents.”

Marta McClintock
Executive Director
Island Health Foundation