Verde Valley Medical Center - HELPS (Healthy sports Enhancement through Learning, Prevention and Scholarships)

What is it?

Verde Valley Medical Center’s EntireCare Rehab & Sports Medicine has developed a community-based program that offers ongoing support for local middle and high school student athletes. HELPS offers extensive annual pre-sport physicals, athletic training, education, access to health care and sports enhancement opportunities. The free program is administered by a team of local health care providers and physicians and is customized for athletes based on their particular sport.

Who is it for?

High school and middle school student athletes in Camp Verde, Cottonwood and Sedona schools

Why do they do it?

The goals are to connect youth to health care services and opportunities, provide life-long health education for families and coaches, and build infrastructure capacity to better serve youth and families.

Impact

The program is accessible to approximately 800 student athletes. Nearly 250 athletes participate in the pre-sport physicals per year.

Contact: Sophia Papa
Public Relations Specialist
Telephone: 928-639-6086
Email: sophia.papa@nahealth.com