health needs
South Lake Tahoe Mayor Tamara Wallace: Better days ahead
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 5:46pm
“You’ve got to count to three.” Those were the words of advice attributed to Norm Woods one of the first five city council members. The Cityhood project in 1965 was spearheaded by the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of Commerce with all five of that first council members coming from the Chamber Board ranks. Norm served as one of the first rotating Mayors and many times thereafter. His advice was offered to the citizens who were newly elected to subsequent councils.
South Lake Tahoe residents may be called upon to participate in community health needs assessment
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 4:20pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Every three years Barton Health does an assessment of the health needs of the community, a tool that guides new programs and funding opportunities.
Questions from the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) will address individual health choices, as well as environmental and social issues. Responses will be used to help Barton Health identify areas of opportunity and improvement for our local population, as well as foster partnerships and award health grants to help meet the outstanding health needs of our community.
Barton Health welcomes two new primary care doctors to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 10:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health has welcomed two new primary care providers, Krista Ault, MD and Tyler Peterson, DO, at its network of family care medical offices in South Lake Tahoe.
These physicians will expand community access to care, a priority of Barton’s in response to its Community Health Needs indicating access to health services being a top concern of surveyed residents in the local area.
Barton Health to use $100K grant to bolster mental and behavioral health services
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/22/2020 - 9:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Health is partnering with local therapists to expand care to vulnerable community members thanks to a $100,000 grant from Health Net®.
Through the Barton Community Health Center, Medicare and Medicaid patients can schedule virtual visits with Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Marriage Family Therapists contracted through Barton’s secure telehealth platform.
This cooperative effort builds upon Barton’s expert psychiatric services, and makes additional patient care available in a time of need.
Barton Health expands services, welcomes new psychiatrist Dr. Joe Hibbeln,
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 2:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Internationally recognized psychiatrist, Joe Hibbeln, MD, has joined Barton Health’s team of expert mental and behavioral health providers. A board-certified physician, Dr. Hibbeln is working with patients over 18 years of age at Barton Community Health Center in South Lake Tahoe.
Barton Foundation awards $100,000 in community health grants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/18/2020 - 11:45am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Barton Foundation has awarded a record $100,000 in its annual Community Health Grant funding. This is in addition to more than $170,000 in grants given to local families and individuals from its COVID-19 Response Fund.
The 13 Lake Tahoe-based organizations that were awarded share Barton Health’s commitment to addressing the most urgent health needs in the area: mental and behavioral health, substance use, and access to care.
The organizations selected for a Community Health Grant serve the area’s most vulnerable populations and those in need:
Barton earns second Blue Distinction® Center designation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 08/12/2020 - 8:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Barton Memorial Hospital has been designated as a Blue Distinction® Center for Knee & Hip Replacement. Solidifying a legacy of orthopedic care in the Lake Tahoe region, this national certification marks Barton’s expertise in delivering high-quality medical services and better patient outcomes with knee and hip replacement surgeries.
Column: Denying mental health in adolescents
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/05/2020 - 12:35pm
Graduation, getting a driver’s license, and puberty, all milestones of the adolescent years. With the expected biological, emotional and mental change, it’s easy to underestimate just how much adolescents must cope with. As moods and appetites consistently change, it can be difficult to notice if an adolescent is experiencing any mental or emotional distress. However, noticing any change in the mental health condition of adolescents is important for early intervention and treatment.
Barton Foundation to give away $100,000 in local grants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 12:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Barton Foundation began accepting applications on June 15 from local nonprofit organizations for this year’s $100,000 Community Health Grant program. Area service groups and organizations that share Barton Health’s commitment to improving community health and well-being are encouraged to apply online at bartonhealth.org/foundation.
Applications will be accepted through June 30, 2020.
Barton Foundation gives over $360,000 to community health improvements
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 5:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Barton Foundation provided more than $360,000 in funding during 2019, delivering a profound community impact made possible by philanthropy and donor generosity over the year. Medical equipment, new technology, care provider education, and support, expanding access to mental and behavioral health services, and funding for local organizations were all aspects of the Barton Foundation’s scope of giving last year, as part of its commitment to community well-being through Barton Health.
The evolution of health care benefits
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 8:43pm
The health insurance industry in America has undergone an unprecedented amount of change since its origins in the 1900s, and according to Health Affairs, it was just 40 years ago when workers began sharing in the cost of their health care coverage. Rising medical costs, plus an increased demand for medical care, have contributed to growth within the health insurance industry, and it’s become increasingly complex with the introduction of new plan designs and government reforms.
Column: Four secrets about yoga
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 10:01pm
Considering attempting this 5000-year-old practice that has somehow become a modern phenomenon? Nervous? Don’t be. Here are a few secrets to know before you jump in and try yoga.
1) What To Wear
Back in 2000 when I first began exploring Yoga I would show up for classes in anything from whatever I had worn to class that day to my running shorts and a tank. "Active Wear" was not a thing. It wasn't until I started attending classes at a local gym that I began to seek out clothing that would better allow me to stretch out and bend my body.
Column: Be Well During the Holidays
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 10:17pm
It’s happening, already. You have probably seen them.....in every store....Christmas decorations! Every year it happens: Halloween and Thanksgiving are way-sided by Christmas displays. Here are a few suggestions for how to overcome the anxiety resulting from the displays that are distracting our attention.
No One Can Make You Do Anything
Column: Detoxify with Yoga - Four ways to shed toxins and feel healthier through Yoga
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 2:51pm
Maybe you overdid it this weekend. Perhaps you really like cheese. Somehow an entire cheesecake disappeared and you think it might be in your belly. Regardless of how the toxins got into you, your task is to now get rid of them. Yoga can help!
Kriya: Cleansing
Barton Foundation awards $50,000 to groups focused on community's health needs
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 2:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Fifteen local health programs offered by nonprofits and agencies in the South Lake Tahoe area have been awarded grants by the Barton Foundation. A total of $50,000 was distributed among the groups to aid in their efforts to address the community’s most pressing health issues.
During the 2018 Barton Community Health Needs Assessment, the top health issues identified in the South Lake Tahoe community were access to care, mental health, and substance abuse.
New executive director announced for Barton Foundation
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 8:39pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Chris Kiser has been announced as the new executive director for the Barton Foundation. He will be overseeing fundraising efforts to improve healthcare for the Lake Tahoe community through philanthropy.
There will be a community meet and greet for Kiser at Lake Tahoe Aleworx on Tuesday, August 27 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Column: Let’s make plan - Prepare and then let go
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 7:16pm
Did you know that the number of people in Tahoe can triple in the summer months? All of Tahoe South is changed by the many visitors that join us for the fabulous Summers. To get the most out of Tahoe prepare, then just go with the flow.
Make Reservations and Show Up Early
In Yoga, we practice sajatta (preparedness). Considering the options and outcomes, but letting go of expectation allows for and reduces stress. Doing your best to prepare for your next Tahoe Adventure will help you to have a more relaxed experience.
Grant applications being accepted for $50,000 in funding to improve community health
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 4:30pm
The Barton Foundation will be awarding $50,000 in grant funding to improve community health across the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. As part of Barton Health’s commitment to community health and collaboration, these annual grants provides funding for programs and services that positively impact the health of the local community. Applications are now being accepted through May 31, 2019. Grant criteria and the application can be found online at bartonhealth.org/foundation/grants. For more information, contact Tania Pilkinton at 530.543.5614.
Column: Moderation is the key - How to prepare for summertime
Submitted by paula on Sun, 04/28/2019 - 4:48pm
I was on the beach today for my first Bachelorette Party Yoga Practice of the season. These sessions are some of my favorite. I love being outside. I love looking at the lake and the mountains. I love sharing in the practice of Yoga for such a joyful event. I am also very good at connecting with and recognizing how prepared each group is for the practice that day.
It’s Been A While Since I Did This
Column: Simple ways to reduce the effects of seasonal change
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 5:16pm
As the seasons shift from cold, dry, and grey to warm, damp, and sunny we can easily become swept up in the shift and can lose ourselves in the change. Yoga is a practice of establishing balance, ease, and steadiness. The better we become at recognizing how seasonal changes affect us, the more harmonious we will feel year round.
Understand Your Surroundings
Column: Love yourself before you love someone else
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/08/2019 - 4:28pm
We All Wear Many Hats
My life has been a series of hats, labels, and roles. I have been a babysitter, library volunteer, dishwasher, waitress, security guard, bartender, teacher, flower delivery girl, nanny, counselor, and coach. I have played the roles of daughter, sister, friend, wife, colleague, employee, and boss. All of these are just labels that make what I am doing at the moment a bit easier to explain. Ultimately, there is just one word to describe me and that is: Self.
Which You Are You?
Column: Simple Ways to Live Happily
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/21/2019 - 10:59am
I was recently watching the movie Castaway. This time, as I watched, I thought about how it was filmed. As the movie begins, Tom Hanks’ character has a bit of a belly. As the story progresses he becomes thinner and more muscular. I assume the effect was created by filming in reverse; he began as thin and muscular and gained the weight afterward. I began thinking about how easily we can change when we put our minds to it.
Health assessment of South Lake Tahoe shows mental health and substance abuse at top of needs list
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/30/2018 - 10:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A study on the health needs of the South Lake Tahoe community has once again put mental health and mental disorders at the top of the list, followed by substance abuse, and access to healthcare services.
Every three years Barton Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment to identity the key health issues facing the area. They use a systematic, data-driven process to determine the health status, concerns, and needs of residents in the South Tahoe community.
The 2018 results are a follow-up to similar studies completed in 2012 and 2015.
Opening of holiday season: Annual Festival of Trees and Lights
Submitted by paula on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 9:50pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Dec 09 2018 .
December 7, 2018 (All day)
December 8, 2018 (All day)
December 9, 2018 (All day)
STATELINE, Nev. - There is something for everyone, young and old, at the 10th annual Festival of Trees and Lights this weekend at MontBleu Resort. The convention center at the Stateline casino has been turned into a winter wonderland that is highlighted by the star of the show, the festive Christmas trees.
The winter celebration includes the Senior Stroll, Teddy Bear Brunch, Family Night, the Gala and much more from Friday, Dec. 7 through Sunday, Dec. 9.
Public viewing: Friday, Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 9 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Progress For Tahoe endorses David, Middlebrook, Wallace, Novasel, Morse and No on T
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/24/2018 - 7:00pm
Progress for Tahoe, a grassroots group of concerned local citizens who gathered together to address the most pressing issues in Tahoe, have endorsed the following for South Lake Tahoe City Council, Measure T, El Dorado County Supervisors and U.S. Representative California District 4:
South Lake Tahoe City Council – Wendy David, Devin Middlebrook and Tamara Wallace
Grand opening of Robert Maloff Center in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/13/2018 - 11:02pm
The doors are now officially open at the 26,000 square foot state-of-the-art Robert Maloff Center, home to the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness.
During a ribbon cutting ceremony at the South Lake Tahoe facility Thursday, July 12, Lisa Maloff was honored for her $10 million donation in her late husband's name that made the dream to improve community health and well-being of others a reality.
Barton Foundation to give away $50,000 in grants
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/11/2018 - 4:58pm
The Barton Foundation will be awarding $50,000 in grant funding to improve community health. As part of Barton Health’s commitment to community health and collaboration, this annual grant cycle provides funding for programs and services that positively impact the health of the local community. Applications are being accepted through May 31, 2018.
Grant criteria and the application can be found online at bartonhealth.org/grants, and for more information contact Marty Chartraw at 530.543.5784.
Postpartum Support International to hold annual Climb Out of the Darkness in SLT
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:51am
Event Date:
June 24, 2018 - 9:00am SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Climb Out of the Darkness®, the world’s largest event raising awareness of pregnancy and postpartum mental health disorders, will hold a regional climb in South Lake Tahoe on June 24, 2018.
Aging and Caregiving educational series in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 3:41pmEvent Date:
April 16, 2018 - 1:00pm
The Family Caregiver Support Program of the El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency is pleased to present a free “Aging and Caregiving” educational series in South Lake Tahoe. This series will be held weekly on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. beginning April 16, 2018, and ending May 21, 2018, at Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel located at 4130 Lake Tahoe Boulevard in South Lake Tahoe.
The educational series will give instruction and support for people who provide care for a family member or friend aged 60 years or greater.
The series will feature a different topic each week:
Donations from Vail Resorts CEO and his wife to focus on mental health issues
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 4:59pm
Mental Health issues in communities where they have operations will be the focus of a new charitable fund created by Vail's Chief Executive Officer Rob Katz and his wife, Elana Amsterdam.
Barton celebrates South Lake Tahoe non-profits and philanthropy
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/09/2017 - 8:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Philanthropy and South Lake Tahoe non-profits were recently celebrated by the Barton Foundation as they honored their 2017 grant recipients in a luncheon at Riva Grill.
Climb Out of the Darkness® event in South Lake Tahoe July 9
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/25/2017 - 4:39pm
Event Date:
July 9, 2017 - 9:00am
Climb Out of the Darkness® is the world’s largest event raising awareness of pregnancy and postpartum mental health disorders is holding a regional event in South Lake Tahoe. All moms, dads, families and friends are invited to participate on Sunday, July 9 at 9:00 a.m. at Nevada Beach.
Two years later: Seeing health improvements from community action
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 6:10pm
This week, June 4-10, is Community Health Improvement Week. It is a national celebration to recognize the work and efforts of health professionals to improve their community’s health.
One thing you will hear from Barton Health professionals is that improving the health and wellness in our community takes collaboration and commitment. This can be seen in the actions taken in the last two years to address South Lake Tahoe’s most pressing health concerns.
Barton Health attentive to details of the American Health Care Act
Submitted by paula on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 9:52pm
Recently, the House of Representatives narrowly passed the American Health Care Act (H.R. 1628). The bill now resides in the U.S. Senate for determination and possible modification. Though we do not know if the senators will pass the American Health Care Act, Barton Health is committed to providing consistently exceptional care for our Lake Tahoe community members and visitors.
Barton Foundation to award $40,000 in grants for Tahoe’s health and well-being
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/09/2017 - 6:39am
The Barton Foundation is giving $40,000 in grants to improve community health. Local non-profits, health organizations, schools, and public agencies are encouraged to apply for funding.
The Barton Health Grants provide funds for programs and organizations that positively impact the health of the South Tahoe community. In this grant cycle, projects and programs that address mental health, substance abuse, and access to healthcare services will be considered. These three issues were identified as the most pressing health needs in South Lake Tahoe’s 2015 Community Health Needs Assessment.
Barton Foundation awards $40,000 to groups addressing local health needs
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/11/2016 - 7:01pm
Barton Health grants were distributed to nine South Lake Tahoe organizations who address the most pressing health needs of the community: mental health, substance abuse and access to health care services.
During a recent luncheon, grants were handed out to Live Violence Free, Lake Tahoe Unified School District, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - El Dorado Chapter, SOS Outreach, South Tahoe Family Resource Center, Tahoe Art League, Tahoe Magic, Tahoe Turning Point, and Tahoe Youth & Family Services.
It’s not too late: Understanding depressive disorders
Submitted by paula on Mon, 05/09/2016 - 8:26pm
The common stressors of everyday life can result in feelings of sadness. But if a person feels sad more days than not and it causes a difference in social, academic, and occupational functioning, it may be signs of a depressive disorder. The day may feel heavy or overwhelming, a person may lose track of time or forget what is important, and things that used to cause joy and pleasure no longer bring happiness. The steps to feel better may seem impossible, but it’s never too late to get support.
Commonly reported signs and symptoms of depressive disorders include:
Barton Foundation has $50,000 to give away in grants
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/19/2016 - 10:13pm
The Barton Foundation has $50,000 to give away in grant funding to groups in the South Lake Tahoe area who work to improve community health.
During their annual grant cycles, Barton provides funds to programs and organizations, and this year they will award grants to those who address mental health, substance abuse, and access to healthcare services.
Community collaboration helps to change the stigma of mental illness
Submitted by paula on Thu, 04/07/2016 - 8:39pm
The third annual Mental Health Forum in South Lake Tahoe today brought together almost 60 people who are dedicated to helping the mental and behavioral health in the community.
Hosted by Barton Health, this year's forum participants shared the progress they've made on strategies for mental health and local service gaps that were generated during the 2015 event.
Jeanne Nelson from the South Lake Tahoe chapter of NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) was very pleased with the outcome Thursday.
Barton Foundation hands out $35,500, still has $14,500 left to give
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/06/2015 - 11:11pm
In a community with many needs, the Barton Foundation today donated $35,500 to ten different agencies that provide services to the residents of South Lake Tahoe during their annual Philanthropy Day. For the seventh year, the Barton Foundation gave away money raised through their annual fundraising efforts which include the annual Festival of Lights.
Mental health and substance abuse top health concerns in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/10/2015 - 9:53pm
The community has undergone a complete physical and the results are in. Based on the 2015 Community Health Needs Assessment, mental health and substance abuse remain top health concerns in the area.
Barton Health conducted its second Community Health Needs Assessment to identify unmet needs within the community. After identifying these needs, Barton will work with representatives from organizations who provide services for the medically underserved to offer recommendations and a collaborative action plan focused on positively impacting the community’s health.
Barton funds local programs to improve community health
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/20/2015 - 8:40pm
The Barton Foundation board and staff have approved to up the ante and will give $50,000 in grants and donations to improve community health.
Every year, Barton Health provides funds for programs and organizations that will positively impact the health of the South Lake Tahoe community, particularly those that benefit underserved populations. In this grant cycle, Barton Health will award up to $30,000 in grants and $20,000 will fund special community projects throughout the year as determined by the Community Health Action Committee (CHAC).
Mental Health Forum focuses on unmet needs of the community
Submitted by paula on Thu, 03/05/2015 - 9:52pm
The facts are startling. El Dorado County has twice the number of suicides than the state average. El Dorado County has 2.5 times the state average of maternity mental issues. The domestic violence rate in El Dorado County is 1.5 times higher than the state average. More people are living in the county with mental issues than ever before.
A day long forum of mental health care providers, agencies, medical professionals and other community members was held in South Lake Tahoe on Thursday in order to find what needs are being met, and unmet, in the area.
Barton Health seeks feedback on health needs in the community
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/30/2015 - 7:05pm
The next time your home phone rings, it may be about your health.
Barton Health is currently conducting a Community Health Needs Assessment survey by phone and needs input from South Lake Tahoe residents.
The Assessment is completed every three years and the community’s feedback provides valuable insight about local health and wellness issues. The results will guide Barton Health and other local health and human service agencies on what is considered the community's most pressing health needs.
Barton Health needs community volunteers for advisory council
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/01/2014 - 9:23pm
Do you want to .....
- Help improve the quality of Barton’s care for all patients and family members?
- Give feedback to the hospital based on your own experiences as a patient or family member?
- Help Barton plan changes to improve how we take care of patients?
- Work with the hospital for either short- or long-term commitments, depending on the project?
Barton Health Holds Tiki Tee Off and Lei Up Luau Golf
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/23/2014 - 8:36am
Event Date:
June 26, 2014 - 1:30pm
Enjoy on-hole libations, a cart decorating and Spirit of Aloha contest, raffle prizes, and of course, golf! Then relax after at the luau to Hawaiian tunes. This summer fundraiser benefits the Foundation’s Community Health Endowment, which allows us to continually provide funding for our local hospital and community health needs.
The shot-gun tee off is at 1:30 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Golf Course, followed by a luau at 5 p.m.
For tickets and more information, call 530-543-5614.
County Asks for Community Input on Mental Health Services Act Plan for 2014/15
Submitted by paula on Wed, 06/18/2014 - 11:09pm
Studies show that an average of 4.6% of a population are in need of services to treat a serious mental illness at any given time. That number doubles in a population where people live below 200% of the poverty level (an annual income of $23,340 for 1 person, $47,700 for a family of 4 for example).
With the current population of El Dorado County at approximately 181,000, that means anywhere between 8,329 and 16,114 people are in need of Mental Health Services.
Op/Ed: Telemedicine Increases Care at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/25/2014 - 9:49pm
Expanding access to healthcare in rural communities requires innovation and collaboration. In remote areas like South Lake Tahoe with smaller populations, residents still expect high quality care and individual medical needs vary widely.
To increase specialty medical services available in our community, with consideration that unique medical conditions may not have the demand for a local office, Barton Health launched Telemedicine in 2009.
Grants Available For Those That Serve the South Lake Tahoe Community
Submitted by paula on Mon, 04/07/2014 - 8:47pm
$25,000 will be awarded to South Lake Tahoe groups that make a difference in the health and wellness of individuals in the community.
Barton Health will award grants to organizations that serve underserved populations and have a lasting impact on the community’s well-being.
In this grant cycle, Barton Health will fund programs that address the South Lake Tahoe community’s most pressing health needs. Based on the 2012 Community Health Needs Assessment, the top three health concerns are substance abuse, access to healthcare, and mental health.
Barton Helping Beyond the Hospital Walls
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 10:22pm
It takes collaboration and action to meet a community’s health needs. In March 2012, Barton Health engaged with the community to complete a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) of South Lake Tahoe’s health needs. Part of the Affordable Care Act, all nonprofit hospitals must identify health needs for vulnerable, often under-served, populations within their community and create an action plan to address these needs.
