School Based Health Clinics
Bringing Healthcare Directly to Students Through School Based Health Clinics
Sunrise Clinics is dedicated to improving health outcomes for children and teens by offering convenient, quality care through our network of school based health clinics. These clinics are located directly on school campuses to provide essential medical and behavioral health services to students, faculty, and staff. By embedding healthcare into the school environment, our school based health clinics reduce barriers such as transportation and scheduling challenges, making it easier for families to access care.
Comprehensive Services Available at School Based Health Clinics
Our school based health clinics provide a wide range of healthcare services designed specifically for the needs of students. These services include thorough medical examinations, health assessments, and education to promote wellness. We offer sports medicine, including physicals required for athletic participation, and treatment for both acute illnesses and ongoing chronic conditions. Behavioral health support is also an integral part of our school based health clinics, addressing mental health and substance use concerns with compassionate, professional care.
Enrollment and Access for Students at School Based Health Clinics
To receive care through the school based health clinics, students must be enrolled by their parent or guardian, who completes and returns an enrollment form available in both English and Spanish. Once enrolled, students can access these healthcare services conveniently during school hours without missing class time or facing transportation difficulties. For times when school is not in session, our students are able to continue their care at Sunrise Clinics’ locations in Santa Rosa, Tucumcari, and Las Vegas, ensuring continuity of care throughout the year.
Supporting Student Health Beyond Physical Care
Sunrise Clinics’ school based health clinics recognize that health is more than just physical well-being. Mental health services are a vital part of our offerings, providing counseling and behavioral support to students coping with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use issues. These services help students manage challenges that can impact their academic performance and overall quality of life. The integration of behavioral health within our school based health clinics allows for early intervention in a familiar and trusted setting.
Locations Serving Communities Across Rural New Mexico
Our school based health clinics are located in key communities including Las Vegas, Tucumcari, and Santa Rosa. Through these clinics and more than 20 school-based health centers, Sunrise Clinics serves over 100 rural communities, reaching thousands of students annually. We understand the unique needs of rural populations and work tirelessly to bring comprehensive care directly to schools, enhancing student health and educational success.
A Partner for Families and Schools
Sunrise Clinics values strong partnerships with families and educational institutions. Our school based health clinics are designed to work collaboratively with school staff and parents to ensure each student’s health needs are met promptly and effectively. For questions about enrollment or services at any of our school based health clinics, parents and guardians can contact our School-Based Health Center Coordinator, Tim Dodge, at 575-781-0220 or via email at tim.dodge@sunriseclinicsnm.org. This connection helps maintain open communication and supports the best outcomes for every student.