Heartland Community Health Center

05/06/2026

I want to thank all our nurses and clinical staff for everything they do each day. Healthcare is constantly evolving, and I am truly proud of and impressed daily by the way our staff adapt while always prioritizing patient care.

They demonstrate every day what it means to be mission-driven, putting our patients at the center of everything we do. The compassion and dedication they bring to their work make a difference in the lives of so many that we serve.

💙 I am so grateful for each of them.

Sara Connelly, RN
Director of Operations

05/05/2026

🥕Master Food Volunteers will be at Heartland on Wednesday, May 27th to help with food assistance applications.

Did you know? The Master Food Volunteers have regular locations they visit to assist with SNAP applications! If you need assistance, simply show up and they'll help you through the process.
This month, they'll be at
- Trinity Episcopal Church in Lawrence, Kansas Tuesday, May 19, 1-3pm
- Just Food Thursday May 21, 2:30-4:30pm
- Heartland Community Health Center center, Wednesday, May 27, 2-4pm
Can't make any of those times? Simply give us a call at 785-843-7058 to set up an appointment!

05/05/2026

A new face at Heartland Community Health Center!
Kayla joins us as a Patient Service Representative. She will play an important role in helping patients get connected to care. We are glad to have her here 💙

05/05/2026

Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults admit they don’t consistently wash their hands after using the bathroom 😳 (2025 survey from National Foundation for Infectious Diseases)

Hand hygiene remains one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent the spread of illness. Here are some reminders to take to heart today.

✔ Scrub between fingers, under nails, and backs of hands
✔ Wash before eating or preparing food
✔ Wash after using the restroom, coughing, sneezing, or caring for someone who is sick

Clean hands protect patients, families, coworkers, and our community. 💙

🤔What was your answer to our Hand Washing Pop Quiz?

05/01/2026

Wow look at all these bags! We are glad to have so many of our staff walking/running at the Leading Causes of Life 5K this weeked. 💚

👏Go Team Heartland! 🏃‍♀️

Thank you to DCCCA for putting on such an important event for our community.

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05/01/2026

Please help us welcome Terrahn Wall, PharmD, to the River City Pharmacy team 💙

Terrahn earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kansas and brings 8 years of experience as a pharmacist. We’re excited to have her serving our patients and community.

04/27/2026

The sun came out and so did this community. Walkers came together on Saturday to bring light to a very important issue.

Sometimes the brightest part of the day isn’t the sun. It’s the people who care. Briley showed up in a big way, connecting people to mental health resources (and the Heartland sunglasses really came in handy) ❤️😎.

If you or someone you love needs support, call or text 988 to connect with help right away.

04/25/2026

Andrea is a key member of our Community Health Worker team. In this clip she is talking about how she helps people apply for Medicaid, but her job is much more than that.

04/24/2026

A group of our employees will be supporting this cause. 💚 Look for Team Heartland at the 5K next Saturday!

Engage Douglas County is hosting its third annual Leading Causes of Life 5K & Festival from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 2, at Broken Arrow Park, 2800 Louisiana St.

The family-friendly event features live music, free food and a 5K to raise awareness about su***de prevention. There will also be community resource providers with tables of information and giveaway items as well as a place to share messages of hope or memories of loved ones.

The festival is free to attend. Participation in the 5K is $20, and it supports youth su***de prevention efforts in our community.

➡️ For more information or to register, visit http://engagedouglascounty.org/five-k



Lawrence-Douglas County Public Health DCCCA HeadQuarters Kansas LMH Health Heartland Community Health Center Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center

04/24/2026

Meet Stan and Barb. Besides serving Care Cupboard shoppers with joy and enthusiasm, this power couple brings in fresh vegetables from Stan's garden. Barb is also a master baker and speaks some Spanish too. 🥕🥖

On top of that, Stan and Bard help recover food that would otherwise go to waste. This puts more food on tables!

We are so appreciative of volunteers like these and the huge impact they have on lives here in Lawrence, Kansas.

💬 If you are interested in volunteering with Heartland, please let us know!

04/23/2026

What can we say about LINDSAY?
Lifts others up with her positivity
Is the one we go to when things get confusing
Notices the little things that matter
Does the hard work that keeps it all moving
Shows what it means to go "above and beyond"
Always thinking of everyone else
Yet somehow makes it look easy

💙Join us in wishing Lindsay an amazing day today.

04/22/2026

We are proud to have Risa on our team! Her compassion and unique experience have helped so many people in our community get the support they need to thrive.

🙌👏Congratulations Risa!

✨✨Please join us in welcoming Risa Williams as the Secretary of the ALIVE Inc. Board of Directors! ✨✨

Risa is a dedicated advocate for individuals living with chronic illness, bringing both professional expertise and powerful lived experience to her work. With over a decade of service to her community, she is deeply committed to improving health outcomes and ensuring access to care for all.

Risa currently serves as a Community Health Worker at Heartland Community Health Center and is also a Certified Peer Support Specialist and Health & Wellness Lifestyle Coach. Her diverse background includes experience as a Hospice Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, and Medication Aide—giving her a well-rounded, compassionate understanding of patient care across many settings.

Her passion for health and wellness began early, inspired by her grandmother’s health food store, where she learned that caring for one’s wellbeing is one of life’s most valuable investments. Today, that passion continues through her work supporting others—especially those navigating complex healthcare and social systems. Risa is known for walking alongside individuals on their journeys, connecting them to vital resources, and breaking down barriers for those most in need.

She has also been actively involved in community engagement efforts, including fundraising committees, recovery-focused events, and participation in local government meetings.

In her own words:
“Giving back and helping others is a huge part of my personal recovery. I joined the ALIVE Inc. Board to support this great organization and the people it serves.”

We are honored to have Risa’s voice, experience, and heart on our board. Welcome, Risa! 🌱