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Greetings from
Verdant
At the heart of the Verdant Health Commission is a dynamic board of commissioners and a dedicated team of community
focused professionals with a shared mission: Healthcare services and support for the whole community. This report
highlights how, together, we are emerging from the COVID pandemic and focusing our energies and resources to the
health and wellness challenges of our community. In 2022, Verdant invested more than $9.4 million in community health
programs and services at free or reduced cost for residents with limited or no health insurance. This investment was
an increase from pre-pandemic funding in the community. Also in 2022, Commissioners refined the scope of Verdant’s
work and narrowed funding areas from 9 to 3 strategic priorities. In this report, we highlight partners advancing our top
priorities: Mental Health, Healthcare Access and Food Security. As a community-owned public hospital district, we believe
that it is important to report back to the community regarding the progress that has been made. Verdant provides $3.50
to the community for every $1 in public funds received. On the following pages, you will find stories that highlight our
work with partner organizations.
Wishing you good health,
James S. Distelhorst, MD, Board President
Lisa Edwards, EdD, Superintendent
Board of Commissioners
Jim Distelhorst, MD,
President
2022-2027
Karianna Wilson
Secretary
2018-2023
Bob Knowles
Member
2020-2025
Carolyn Brennan
Member
2022-2027
Deana Knutsen
Member
2018-2023