Accessible Health for All

Bridges Healthcare’s Commitment to Accessible Health for All

Bridges Healthcare provides integrated behavioral health services to all people in a welcoming and respectful manner that values the inherent worth of every individual, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and socioeconomic status. The agency is committed, both internally and within the community, to improving access to services in a culturally competent and inclusive manner.

Bridges is committed to the following to provide the most accessible and welcoming environment:

• An internal committee that provides resources to staff to increase knowledge on widely varied topics
• Staff training and strategies to best support clients during treatment
• Regular review of cultural competencies, access to care, anti-discrimination, and person-centered care
• Investing in providing culturally-informed client care

Bridges’ health equity plan outlines the following action steps toward providing culturally informed care:

• Assessment of demographic data of individuals and communities served
• Modification of programs and services based on changes in demographics and identified needs
• Educating staff and the Board of Directors on internal policies that address culturally informed care
• Providing language assistance to individuals with limited English proficiency and/or other communication needs