Community Health Service Inc.

In Observance of Juneteenth Community Health Service, Inc. will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22, 2026. Thank you for your understanding

En conmemoración de Juneteenth,Community Health Service, Inc. estará cerrado el viernes 19 de junio de 2026. Volveremos a atender con nuestro horario normal el lunes 22 de junio. Gracias por su comprensión.

📰 CHSI in the News!

Our very own Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Cynthia Woods, was recently interviewed by MPR News about the impact of the 340B Drug Pricing Program on community health centers and the patients they serve. Dr. Woods shared how this critical program helps make medications more affordable for patients in rural communities.

Read the full story here: https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/06/03/rural-hospitals-worry-about-340b-discount-drug-program

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, marking 25 years of raising awareness and supporting survivors. The future is prevention. CHSI stands together to stop sexual assault, abuse, and harassment and to create safer communities for all.

Are you a CHSI patient looking for an easier way to stay connected to your care? With MyChart, you can message your provider, view lab results, and schedule appointments all from the comfort of your home without calling.

Scan the QR code or use the link below to sign up and get started. Be sure to ask your provider about MyChart at your next appointment.

🔗 https://mychart.ochin.org/CHSImychart/Signup

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, marking 25 years of raising awareness and standing with survivors. Keeping each other safe is something we all share. When we show up, speak up, and support one another, we help build stronger communities.

Looking for dental care? Look no further. CHSI has you covered.

We accept a wide range of insurance plans, including Medicaid, Delta Dental, Blue Plus, HealthPartners, Medica, and more. No insurance? No problem. We offer affordable self-pay options, including a sliding fee scale based on income.

Call us today at 800-852-8693 to get scheduled. We are here to help you smile with confidence.

This Therapy Thursday, meet Stacy, our Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is based in our Willmar clinic and offers virtual visits across all sites.

Here is her mental health tip:
Mental health matters. Struggling is not a personal failure, and asking for help takes strength. You would not hide a physical injury, so there is no need to hide emotional pain. Talking openly can save lives, and there is no shame in reaching out. Change begins when we speak honestly.

Stacy supports patients with substance use, depression, anxiety, OCD, schizophrenia, and more. Call 800-842-8693 to schedule with her!

Meet Michael, a bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist with 24 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families. Michael joined CHSI in February of 2025 and has brought a wealth of experience from outpatient, school, medical, and partial hospitalization program settings, helping patients navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise.

Before joining CHSI, Michael worked at PrairieCare, Mayo Clinic, and a community health center in Idaho, and has also trained psychiatry residents and presented at national conferences. He has a passion for serving others, including humanitarian work in Ecuador, Guatemala, Sri Lanka, and Peru. Michael specializes in trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, parent-child relationships, and life transitions.

Michael’s favorite part about CHSI is being part of a team that is dedicated to patient-centered, culturally responsive, and accessible care for all, where he can support patients and help make a positive impact in their lives.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys time with his wife and four children, traveling, camping, Broadway musicals, running, singing in the Rochester Rainbow Choir, and giving back through volunteering.

Thank you for all that you do, Michael!

Welcome to our new series, Therapy Thursday 💬

Each week, our Behavioral Health team will share simple, practical tips to support your mental wellness.

We’re kicking things off with Gracia Do, one of our counselors and Behavioral Health Supervisor here at CHSI. Gracia specializes in (but is not limited to) supporting patients with trauma, CPTSD, depression, and relationship challenges—and she’s been a trusted part of our team for 8 years.

This week’s tip: Taking a 20–30 minute walk a few times a week can help boost your mood and support your overall mental health.

Interested in having an appointment with Gracia? Call 800-842-8793 to schedule an appointment.