Bringing Vision Care to Fern Ridge with Casey Eye Institute
Our partnership with Casey Eye Institute aims to improve vision care in rural Oregon. This partnership brings eye care services to our community through mobile clinics. This spring, these clinics helped over 100 people in McKenzie River, Oakridge, and Elmira, with 81% getting prescriptions for glasses. This effort meets important health needs and shows our commitment to providing special care for everyone. Join us in celebrating this important service that’s helping the Fern Ridge community.
Meet Jeanna Nicoson, RN, Your Partner in Health
Jeanna brings her expertise in family medicine and case management to our Fern Ridge team. Ready to support your health journey, schedule an annual wellness visit or discuss chronic care management with her. Let Jeanna help you take active steps towards better health with personalized care.
Don’t Miss Out: Exciting Community Events
At our Clinic: Healthy food and Dental services
- Trillium Produce Plus: Available every fourth Wednesday of the month from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Register with your provider or our front desk to ensure the availability of produce.
- Capitol Dental Visits: Dental services are available in a tiny house located in the Elmira High School Parking Lot on Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 AM to 5 PM. Knock on the door for service if vehicles are present.
Here are some upcoming community events
- Memorial Day Ceremony: Join us at Veneta City Park on Saturday, May 25th at 11 AM to honor our veterans. Enjoy a complimentary hot dog lunch served by the Kiwanis.
- Veneta 4ths!: Celebrate Independence Day with us on Thursday, July 4th from 3 PM to 8 PM. Enjoy live bands, free crafts and contests, a community parade, low-cost food, the Applegate Regional Theater, an art walk with vendors
- Movies at the Park: Join us for family-friendly movies and kids' games on Saturday, July 20th, Friday, July 26th, Saturday, August 3rd, and Saturday, August 10th. The event starts at 7 PM, with the movie beginning at dusk.
Proud of our YAC Students
Orchid Health sponsors Elmira High School’s Youth Action Council (YAC) and two of our students recently won awards! We are proud to announce that Lillian, who received the Future First Citizen Award, and Iris, who received the Community Builder Award,
On April 18th, the Fern Ridge Service Center was full of community spirit during the Distinguished Service Awards. This event celebrated great local contributions in several categories. These awards show the strong community engagement and leadership in Fern Ridge. Congratulations to Lillian, Iris, and all the winners who make our community better every day!
Patient Testimony From Thorvall
Vanessa had just graduated from OHSU when we first started with Orchid Health… Her and her team have worked very hard on helping me proceed with my medical stuff.