Improving Healthcare Access Together

A community-led proposal for the Platte Canyon Health Service District aims to bring consistent, reliable healthcare to Bailey, Shawnee, Grant, Pine Junction, and nearby areas. We’re 100% volunteer-powered and dedicated to giving our community the healthcare access it deserves—right here at home.

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Help Bring Local Healthcare to Our Community

What Is a Health Service District?

It’s a proposed special district focused on improving access to healthcare in Northeast Park County. Think of it like Conifer Medical—but right-sized for our mountain community.

A permanent, full-time family clinic in the Bailey area
Local access to primary care, urgent care, mental health, labs and X-rays
Accepts all insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid
Governed by an elected, unpaid five-member board

BENEFITS TO OUR COMMUNITY

Reliable Care

A permanent clinic means you can see the same providers regularly, improving continuity of care.

Shorter Travel Times

No more long drives to Conifer, Evergreen, or Denver for basic medical needs.

Expanded Services

Routine check-ups, urgent care, chronic disease management, immunizations, lab work, and more—all in one location.

Support for All Ages

From pediatrics to senior care, a family practice serves everyone in the community.

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Who Benefits?

Everyone in our mountain community—young and old, residents and visitors:

Families and Seniors – for consistent, accessible care
Students and Teachers – filling the gaps, school health assistants can’t
Local Workers and Businesses – reducing lost workdays from illness
Visitors and Tourists – access to care when needed during recreation
Platte Canyon Fire Protection District – easing the burden on EMS crews
Veterans Care – honoring their service with timely, local healthcare

In 2024, PCFD responded to 1,278 calls. 80% were EMS-related.

A local clinic could help reduce emergency calls and free up resources.

Why We Need It

Park County is a federally designated Medically Underserved Area

Just 1 healthcare practitioner for every 5,910 people countywide.

(state average: 1 per 1,200)

Northeast Park County has 10,000+ residents, and there are ZERO doctors or healthcare practitioners

We face long drives, inconsistent care, and no safety net for non-emergencies. A Health Service District would close these gaps and improve the quality of life for all.

We Need Your Help

We’re raising $10,000 to retain a legal expert to guide us through the health district formation process.

$2,290 raised

Fundraising goal: $10,000

20 donations

23%

Frequency

One time

Monthly

Past proposals were denied—we’re making sure this one gets the fair hearing it deserves.

If you'd like to donate via check, you can send to:
Platte Canyon Health District Committee

P.O. Box 612

Bailey, CO 80421