WHO WE ARE

Shelly supports the internal operations of the organization and helps create and oversee the budget and expenses. She also works with leadership to support staff development and agency culture. “Living in Steamboat for over 20 years and raising my family here, our community is very important to us,” she says. “I now get the opportunity to help give back to the community we love!” Shelly has over 15 years’ experience in business management and customer relations. She enjoys hiking with her family, snowboarding, camping and traveling.” 

John supports The Health Partnership’s Care Coordination and Health Coverage Guide efforts in Northwest Colorado. He has held various positions with Rocky Mountain Health Plans, from working on Colorado’s high-risk pools to supporting the sales director, account managers and executives in large and small group sales. John is a graduate of Fort Lewis College with a BA in literature and Southwest studies. In his spare time, he enjoys bread-baking and reading.

Laurel supports the executive director, operations director and other staff as needed. “Having struggled with health care connections in the past, I felt The Health Partnership provides a valued and much-needed service,” she says. Laurel attended Northern Arizona University and has over 30 years of office management experience. When she’s not working, she spends time with her husband and connecting with her four children and one granddaughter, serves in her church, and writes, paints, and plays the piano.”

Marissa works with members to develop their care plans, provide education and connect them to resources. She credits her previous work with Department of Human Services for preparing her to help people from all walks of life be self-sufficient, elevate their social standings, and lead them to live better and healthier lives. Marissa graduated from St. Paul College in Manila, Philippines, with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and business administration. In her spare time, she loves gardening and home decorating.

Sabrina works with clients in Rio Blanco County to connect them with local and statewide resources to help them overcome challenges they might be facing in their daily lives. She has always had a passion for helping others and is excited to be able to give back to her community and make it better for all Rio Blanco County Residents. In her spare time, when she’s not at work, she loves being outdoors with her family doing anything, especially hiking and skiing. They just love all the beauty Colorado has to offer!

Danny works with community members in Routt County to develop their care plans, provide education and connect them to resources. He feels it is important to be compassionate to care for others with needs. He graduated from Utah Valley State University and attended U.C. Berkeley and San Francisco City College. Outside of work, you can find Danny woodworking, riding his back, or on nature walks. His enjoys watching the wildlife and beauty of Colorado and loves being with his wife and family, playing music and painting.

Kimberly educates clients in Moffat, Rio Blanco and Routt county on available health insurance options and guides them through the enrollment process with ease. She has worked in a variety of healthcare settings as a Registered Dietitian and understands the frustration that comes with insurance. Kim is passionate about connecting clients with health insurance as well as essential overall health and treatment of disease needs. Outside of the office she enjoys reading, cooking, hiking, camping and spending as much time as she can with friends and family. 

Erik provides support, coordination, and direction to The Recovery Support Coordinators and Peer Recovery Specialists in Routt and Moffat Counties. Erik is also working to help strengthen the recovery communities in both Routt and Moffat counties through various activities and programs. “Those who help others, often help themselves” is a motto he lives by and helping others is a deep passion of his. Erik moved to Craig, Co from the Chicago area when I was 14 in 2000 and have been here ever since. He have a personal love for the communities he serves and this drives him to better help them heal from substance abuse, while also working against the stigma that often accompanies active addiction. Erik has worked in health care, addiction treatment, and mental health for the last 9 years and has firsthand knowledge of the various stages people go through in recovery. Erik also has a personal background with mental health, trauma, and PTSD having lived through them. While not in the office or helping others, you can find me spending time with my girlfriend and our two dogs, JuJu and Murphy, playing various online games, snowboarding, hunting, hiking, traveling, Olympic lifting, and doing CrossFit at the local gyms.

Chris works with clients in Northwest Colorado through peer support and assists them in finding resources and a new way of life. He says “The Health Partnership represents the community driven caring that I strive to be a part of. I want to do my part to help heal and build our communities.” He has lived experience in recovery and as a social services client. He is currently working on relevant certifications and continuing education. He feels grateful for his new life and opportunities. When he is out of the office he spends his time camping, biking, hiking, skiing, and enjoying the offerings of our outdoor playground. He also appreciate the arts, theater, music, dining, and any chance he can to expand his knowledge of the world we inhabit.

Netanya works with clients in our Routt County community to connect them with resources and organizations to support their needs in recovery. Having her own experience within the realm of recovery she says, “I know first-hand how difficult it can be to navigate and am passionate about removing stigma and giving as much assistance as possible to those attempting to find their way through this journey.” She has two colleges degrees; the first in Family and Consumer Sciences and the second in English Education, both of which led her to working with the Special Education population as well as with English Language Learners. Following that, she spent several years helping business owners support their clients to enhance their lives in the self-help and personal development industry. She currently working on building a greater knowledge base in recovery through multiple certifications and trainings in order to reach more people. In her spare time, you can find her reading a good book, playing with food in the kitchen, or finding different ways to adventure out in nature.

Meghan supports the Health Equity Coordinator, the Regional Health Connector and the Health Educator who are working to improve collaborative efforts and connect partners and people with health and well-being resources throughout the region. She is incredibly passionate about health equity and social justice and joined The Health Partnership team to have an opportunity to create positive change in our community. Meghan has a bachelor’s degree in secondary education and is currently studying for her Master’s in Social Work. In her free time, she loves cooking while listening to podcasts, going camping, playing board games with friends and spending time in or around all forms of water! 

Krystal builds and strengthens coordination between primary care, public health, human services, and community organizations. She has worked throughout the region building relationships for several years. Outside of work, Krystal loves to go camping and spend time with her friends and family.

Keely supports the communication needs of the organization that over time will ensure people living in the Yampa Valley are valued, healthy and thriving. “Health and wellness has always been a priority for me, and I want to help others find the support they need to thrive in those areas as well,” she says. Keely has a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Technical Communication. In her free time, she enjoys being outside trail running, camping, skiing and spending time with her friends and family.