Lake Superior Community Health Center
Alyssa Peoples is an experienced professional currently serving as Access Manager and Health Care Access Office Lead Navigator at Lake Superior Community Health Center since August 2015. In this role, Alyssa coordinates the Health Care Access Office, ensuring health advocates are well-trained in resources for clinic patients and the community. Previously, Alyssa worked as a Health Advocate, helping community members access healthcare services, and held various roles in art glass management and community foundation assistance. Alyssa's background includes a Master's in Social Work from the University of Minnesota Duluth and a Bachelor's in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Additional experience includes program coordination with Americorps VISTA and support roles in educational and community organizations.
Lake Superior Community Health Center
Mission IMPROVING ACCESS TO QUALITY HEALTH CARE FOR ALL Vision In collaboration with community partners, LSCHC is a leader in providing access to quality medical, dental and behavioral health care. To that end, we deliver comprehensive, integrated and cost-effective care and strive to create a better world by guiding individuals, families and communities to improved health and well-being. As a community health center, we are dedicated to providing care to everyone in need, regardless of insurance or ability to pay. We treat patients with private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or no insurance. Everyone is welcome. Our Values EXCELLENCE IN CLINICAL CARE The care we provide is based on best practices, ongoing evaluation and continuous improvement. COMMUNITY-ORIENTED SERVICES Services respond to identified community needs, and are respectful of individual and cultural differences. COLLABORATION Our impact is broader through effective teamwork and strong community partnerships. ACCESSIBLE HEALTH CARE We work to systemically break down financial, cultural and other barriers to good health. ACCOUNTABILITY We are responsible to our clients, funders, communities and the public for our decisions, actions and results. INTENTIONALLY WELCOMING We are compassionate, non-judgmental, intentionally inclusive, and respectful.