April 2025

I am incredibly grateful for the warm welcome I’ve received since joining Tahoe Forest Health System. It has been a privilege to meet so many dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in our community.

April is Stress Awareness Month, an important time to recognize the impact that mental health has on our well-being. Below you will learn more about the services we offer, including psychiatry, group and individual therapy, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). Additionally, our Wellness Center offers stress-busting programs such as acupuncture, yoga, massage, and various support groups. At TFHS, we are committed to fostering a culture where mental health is prioritized, stigma is eliminated, and resources are readily available to support both our patients and staff.

With Earth Day on April 22, I would like to highlight TFHS’s commitment to sustainability. Through initiatives like the Climate Transformation Alliance and the “Don’t Drop the Top” recycling program, we continue to take meaningful steps to protect our environment and preserve the beauty of our region for future generations.

This month, we also celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month, recognizing the incredible individuals who give their time and talents to support our mission. Volunteers play a vital role in enhancing the care and services we provide, and we are deeply grateful for their generosity and dedication.

As I continue to settle in, I look forward to connecting with more members of this wonderful community. Together, we will build on the strong foundation that makes Tahoe Forest Health System such an exceptional place.

Warm regards,

Anna M. Roth, RN, MS, MPH
President & CEO

Tahoe Forest Health System has received multiple reports of scammers posing as employees to obtain patient information. Investigations confirm no breach within the health system’s infrastructure, but patients may have been targeted through phishing or third-party data leaks. We are actively monitoring these threats alongside cybersecurity experts and will notify patients immediately if any internal breach occurs.

To protect yourself, be vigilant—trust your instincts, hang up on suspicious calls, and verify the caller by contacting Tahoe Forest Health System directly. Report incidents to (530) 582-6667 or [email protected], and monitor your financial accounts for any unauthorized activity. You can also report scams to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Read additional information regarding these recent scams in our recent news release.

Immigration Information with Dr. Johanna Koch

Well Child Check for High School Athletes

Preteens and Teens Need Vaccines Too! Recognizing Adolescent Immunization Action Week

Public Health Week
(First week of April)

National Volunteer Week
(Third week of April)

Medical Laboratory Professionals Week
(Last full week of April)

Occupational Therapy Month

Earth Day
April 22

Administrative Professionals Day
April 23

Now is the time to complete your Well Child Check for High School sports. A clinic for established patients at Tahoe Forest Pediatrics will be held May 17, 2025 with more dates to be announced. The appointment includes a comprehensive physical, completion of NIAA form, vaccines, and teenage specific screenings.

Please call (530) 582-6205 to schedule your child’s appointment.

Download the NIAA form before your appointment.

Most insurances (including Medi-Cal) will cover a well visit once per calendar year; however, patients must call their insurance to verify.

If you can’t make the May 17th date, Well Child Check appointments are available Monday – Friday during regular business hours. Call (530) 582-6205 to schedule.

On March 24, 2025, IVCH had the privilege of hosting an onsite visit with the Office of Statewide Initiatives, the UNR School of Medicine, and the Orvis School of Nursing. Attending from IVCH were Louis Ward, IVCH Administrator; Jan Iida, CNO; Sara Wojcik, Manager of Patient Care; and Ellen Bjorkman, Director of Operations.

This collaborative discussion focused on the future of the healthcare workforce in rural settings and explored opportunities for partnership with the School of Medicine and Orvis School of Nursing. The exchange of insights and expertise will play a vital role in shaping healthcare initiatives that support our community.

“Dr. Eldridge and her MA were amazing – very patient, kind, and great with my children. Balanced having two appointments for toddlers at once wonderfully, which is not easy with 2.5 and 4 year olds. I was super impressed!”

Pediatrics

From May 1-31, 2025, we’re inviting everyone to join a virtual 4-week journey along the Pacific Crest Trail.

How it works

• Aim for 10,000 steps per day to qualify for a raffle to win one of three gift cards to a local outdoor gear store!

Sign up

• Tahoe Worx Wellness Portal
• Don’t have a Wellworks account? Sign up
  • TFHD Employees: Company ID 11727
  • Community Members: Company 11890
• Click on “Challenges” under Wellbeing Desktop and select “Activate” under the May Walking Challenge

Don’t miss out on this fun way to stay active and connect with the community! For more info, email [email protected].

Tahoe Forest Wellness offers therapeutic massage! Our massage therapists can help increase range of motion, decrease inflammation, decrease pain, increase flexibility of the connective tissues, and help speed up recovery time from injuries.

60 Minutes – $110
90 Minutes – $150
$20 off your first massage!*

Tahoe Forest Wellness
10833 Donner Pass Road, Suite #102, Truckee

Make an appointment now. Or for more information, please call (530) 587-3769 or email [email protected].

*First-time clients only, 60 or 90 minutes, other restrictions may apply.

At Tahoe Forest Health System, we are committed to supporting the mental health of our community members. We offer Behavioral Health Services for adults age 18 and over, including:

• Psychiatric services: Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, medication management, and therapy services.​
• Therapy options: Both individual and group therapy sessions are tailored to meet diverse needs.​
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): An effective approach for individuals with substance use disorders, including opioid addiction.

Psychiatry and therapy services require a primary care doctor’s referral.

If therapy services are not what you’re looking for, check out our community-focused wellness classes and groups, such as:

• Community Group Acupuncture: Led by licensed acupuncturist Brianna Browning, our sessions offer personalized treatments targeting various health concerns, including stress, chronic pain, digestive complaints, and fatigue.
• Community Yoga: Every second and fourth Friday of the month in Truckee (excluding holidays). $5 per person, scholarships are available.
• Caregiver Support Group: Free group on the third Friday of each month, 11 am – 12:30 pm. Come share in a safe and supportive setting and learn ways to ease the stress of caregiving, as well as strategies and skills to solve.
• And more! Check out the calendar for all of our upcoming wellness classes and events.

If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek immediate assistance by dialing 911 or contacting:

• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988​
• Nevada County Mental Health Crisis Line: (530) 265-5811​
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255​
• Sierra Community House 24-hour Help Line: (800) 736-1060 ​

Your mental health matters. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Starting April 28, Lab Services, located at 10978 Donner Pass Road, will be moving two doors to the east. The move will accommodate construction on the west end of the Gateway building.

Schedule a lab appointment