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MISSION


To provide support, skill development and educational programs for organizations, individuals, community partners, resulting in a healthier community for all.

NETWORKING


Increasing opportunities to facilitate collaborative care conversations to create systems for correctional healthcare in our workplace, for our patients and clients, their families and our communities.

 MAKING A DIFFERENCE


People collaborating nationally and locally, under budget constraints, toward improving care to the underserved.

I WANT TO PARTICIPATE!


I want to learn and explore innovative ways to achieve my professional goals!

Register for the conference
Not only do I believe in the mission of WACHSA, I'd like to support the mission.

Become a Sponsor Become a Donor
I have great concepts, studies, best practices I'd like to share.

Share your Expertise in SACRAMENTO - OCT 2025
I want to nominate my colleague, partner or team for a 
"Best in The West"
Award of Excellence

Awards Nomination Form

BARBARA BARNEY-KNOX RN 

MBA, MA, BSN, RN (CCHCS)
WACHSA PRESIDENT


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PETER MERTS SPOTLIGHT


EX CRUCIBLE: The Passion of Incarcerated Artists - Peter Merts
In these pictures, you will witness the radical changes that will happen to individuals when they are reminded of their humanity and their value through participation in music, visual arts and theatrical programs. 
Tim Robbins, Actor and Director, Artistic Director of the Actors' Gang.