Comprehensive Women’s Healthcare and Wellness Services
Prevention is Powerful. The healthier we are, the stronger we are in our lives and caring for those around us. It all begins with how we care for ourselves and if we make our own health a priority. Annual wellness exams are a way to prevent illnesses and detect health issues early, when they are easiest to treat and survival rates are highest. Preventative screenings are extremely important. The main purpose is to detect cancer early—before there is pain or any other symptoms. That is when there is the best chance for a cure and to be well.
Women’s Wellness Connection and Preventative Care
HRRMC’s Women’s Wellness Connection grant educates, empowers and encourages women to access annual wellness exams. We believe that a woman's choice to live in our region should not limit her ability to receive annual wellness exams. We also believe all women should have access to these services, regardless of income or insurance coverage. The Women’s Wellness Connection program offers free cervical cancer screenings/Pap smear tests and free breast cancer screenings/mammograms to women who qualify.
Eligibility and Access to Screenings
To be eligible, women must be between 21-64 years old, living within a specific income level, be uninsured or underinsured, and reside in Chaffee, Saguache, Custer, western Fremont, western Park, or Lake Counties. HRRMC is committed to offering cervical cancer screenings as well as state-of-the-art breast cancer diagnostic tools, including 2D and 3D mammography, to ensure early detection. Plus, our experienced healthcare team provides exceptional and compassionate treatment to patients throughout our region. Women’s Wellness clinic services are available at several convenient locations:
| Health Center Location | Service Availability |
|---|---|
| BUENA VISTA HEALTH CENTER | Women’s Wellness Connection Services |
| SAGUACHE HEALTH CENTER | Women’s Wellness Connection Services |
| CUSTER COUNTY HEALTH CENTER | Women’s Wellness Connection Services |
| SALIDA HEALTH CENTER | Women’s Wellness Connection Services |
Reproductive Health Care and Abortion Services
American Women’s Medical Center (AWMC) is dedicated to providing a safe, accessible environment for women seeking to terminate a pregnancy and provide comprehensive reproductive health care access for all. We strive to create a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where you can feel comfortable discussing your concerns and receiving compassionate care. We are dedicated to putting patient care first and foremost.
Abortion Care Options
Ensuring you have a clear understanding of your choices is paramount. At our clinics, we provide access to the FDA-approved Abortion Pill for pregnancies of up to 11 weeks, empowering individuals with safe and effective options for reproductive healthcare. For those requiring later care, AWMC offers compassionate and professional procedural abortion (D&C) services up to 20 weeks, prioritizing the well-being and autonomy of every individual seeking reproductive healthcare.
- Medication Abortion: Discreet and comprehensive abortion pill services up to 11 weeks.
- Procedural Abortion: State-licensed, caring physicians providing services up to 20 weeks.
- Support Services: Free urine pregnancy tests and same day appointments for medical abortion.
Financial Assistance and Confidentiality
We accept Medicaid and financial assistance for abortion procedures, including Free abortions for Illinois Medicaid, and for various other health services. We adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines to ensure that your personal information remains secure at all times. You can trust that your visits and test results will be handled with the utmost discretion. With flexible appointment scheduling, convenient locations, and various payment options, we make it easy for you to prioritize your sexual health and well-being.
Contact and Navigation Support
Our Women’s Wellness Connection team provides the support you need to navigate the healthcare system. Our Women’s Health Coordinator, Melanie Critelli, can help to connect you with doctors, schedule appointments, and answer questions about preventative screenings – all at no cost to you. To determine your eligibility and navigate care, e-mail WWC Women’s Health Coordinator, Melanie Critelli, or call or text her at (719) 530-1065.