The Story of
Virginia Garcia
In 1975, beautiful six-year old Virginia Garcia and her farmworker parents traveled from their home in Mission, Texas to California and Oregon to work in the fields. Along the way Virginia cut her foot, and by the time they reached Oregon, it had become infected. Due to economic, language and cultural barriers to health care, Virginia died from what should have been an easily treatable wound.
Moved to action by Virginia’s unnecessary death, the community quickly rallied together to open the first Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center in a three-car garage, determined to prevent similar tragedies from occurring.
Today, Virginia Garcia provides healthcare services to 52,000 patients a year in Washington and Yamhill counties at five primary care clinics and pharmacies, six dental clinics, a Women’s Clinic, and five school-based health centers. We also provide outreach to schools, community health fairs, and underserved communities through our mobile clinic.
Who We Are
Virginia Garcia is a catalyst for change in health care.
We prioritize accessible, high-quality primary care to keep our communities healthy and out of emergency rooms. By addressing health needs proactively, we reduce the overall burden on the healthcare system and ensure everyone has the care they deserve.
We embrace innovation and technology, including telemedicine, to connect patients with the care they need, when they need it. This ensures timely access, reduces barriers to care, and empowers individuals to take control of their health.
- We utilize data and evidence-based practices to drive better health outcomes for our patients. By analyzing data, we identify areas for improvement and tailor our care to the unique needs of each individual, ensuring the most effective and impactful treatment.
- We understand that whole-person health is essential. That's why we offer comprehensive wrap-around services, including mental health, pharmacy, dental, and primary care, all in one place. This integrated approach addresses the complex needs of our patients and leads to improved overall health and well-being
Mission
Virginia Garcia is a catalyst for change in health care delivery.
The Mission of the Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center is to provide high quality health care to the communities of Washington and Yamhill counties with a special emphasis on those who have barriers to receiving health care.
Vision
Our vision is simple. We work to ensure that all people in our service area have access to timely, high-quality health services, enabling them to achieve the best possible health outcome.
Values
In service to VGMHC as employees, volunteers, donors, or other supporting constituents, we are guided in all that we do by a set of shared values:
Person-Centered
Focus on the person; putting them at the center of all we do.
Quality
Seek to continuously improve the way we work and the care we provide.
Collaboration
Believe we are stronger when we collaborate with others.
Access
VG care keeps communities healthy, reduces ER visits, and ensures everyone has the care they deserve.
Thriving
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