Prediabetes is a health condition where your blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be called diabetes. It is a serious warning sign. Without changes, many people with prediabetes will develop Type 2 diabetes within a few years. The good news is that prediabetes can be reversed with healthy habits and support.
We are proud to welcome two new residents, Dr. Karli Haugen and Dr. Camille “Mila” DeRome, to our Grass Valley care team! These doctors join us as part of the Sierra Nevada Family Medicine Residency Program, a program that prepares new doctors to deliver exceptional care in rural communities.
These residents will be with us until they graduate from our program in June 2027.
Big Congratulations to our CEO, Lisa Davies!
We are so proud to share some exciting news. Our CEO, Lisa Davies, has been named one of the 2025 Women Who Mean Business by the Sacramento Business Journal. This award goes to women who are strong leaders and are making a big difference in their communities.
As our gardens come to life with the sunshine of summer, many of us find ourselves with baskets full of fresh produce such as zucchini, tomatoes, berries, corn, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just beginning to explore growing your own food, it’s always rewarding to turn homegrown ingredients into simple and healthy meals.
We are proud to announce the 2025 April Moore Memorial Scholarship recipients! This year, eight Native American students have been awarded scholarships to help them pursue their college and career goals. Two of these students received the highest award amount of $2,500 for planning to enter the healthcare field, while the others received $1,000 scholarships.
Article by Sami Enos
Community Health Representative
May 8, 2025
Verified native patients are eligible to receive services Chapa-De provides in-house at no charge to them, due to Indian Health Services (IHS) paying the fees.
We are proud to share the release of our 2024 Annual Report, which reflects another year of dedication, resilience, and meaningful impact across our communities. This report offers a closer look at the work we’ve done together to improve health and provide high-quality, compassionate care to our patients.
We are incredibly proud to announce that Chapa-De was named 2024 Clinic of the Year by the California Rural Indian Health Board (CRIHB).
