HealthMatters of Central Oregon

At this time, we see no viable, comprehensive federal or state policy that would improve the health of our citizens by creating a sustainable system. We believe local innovation that is responsive to our unique environment, populations and infrastructure is an imperative solution.

HealthMatters of Central Oregon is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of Central Oregonians through active community participation. We provide Central Oregon with a collective voice on issues including health care integration, access, coverage, prevention, and wellness. We encourage and facilitate community projects, cooperative partnerships, voluntary contributions, and the coordination of medical, financial and in-kind resources throughout the community.

We aim to become a premier community model by improving the health of Central Oregonians through innovative strategies that will improve health and create a sustainable future.

Our mission, vision and role

May 2010: The SharedCare Plan is now enrolling businesses and members - for more information visit www.sharedcareco.org
October 2009: The Living Well – Central Oregon workshops are making a difference for Central Oregon residents who are living with chronic conditions. Read more...
August 2009: The Regence Foundation awarded HealthMatters of Central Oregon a $78,500 grant to fund the Medical Home project for local children, which is expected to improve care and cut costs. Read more...
July 2009: PacificSource Charitable Foundation has awarded a $40,000, one-year grant to HealthMatters of Central Oregon to strengthen and expand a regional chronic disease self-management program based known as Living Well – Central Oregon. Read more...

92% of small businesses in Central Oregon have fewer than 20 employees.
53% percent of businesses in Central Oregon report they do not provide health care benefits to their employees.
The senior population (65+) is expected to increase by 143% in Central Oregon from 2000 to 2020.
The state average is expected to be 91%.
Oregon's Medicare payments per member are about $1,400 per year below the national average.
Central Oregon's uninsurance rate is 19.1%, or 40,000 people - the highest in the state, and 78% more than its rate in 1996.