Our Mission: Mt.

Carmel provides integrated healthcare,

wellness and community spirit. We promote the rich heritage of Las Animas County by creating partnerships that not only attract businesses but also cultural and social opportunities.

The 5 Talking Points

1. Integrated Healthcare--- Mt. Carmel is revolutionizing healthcare in Southern Colorado through the inception of one the a. 1st Rural Integrated Health Clinic in Southern Colorado i. behavioral care and primary care in one facility ii. to treat the whole body. 2. Wellness --- In collaboration with private and public foundations and agencies, led by the Anschutz Health & Wellness Center, Mt. Carmel is creating and facilitating of a a. Wide variety of wellness and health education classes i. Focus on: 1. Prevention 2. Exercise 3. Disease management b. In partnership with Anschutz Health and Wellness Center. 1. accommodate all segments of the population 2. provide a safe and nurturing place to focus on their overall wellness and prevention. ii. Up and coming programs will focus on: 1. Weight loss 2. Self-care and prevention 3. Tobacco cessation 4. Arthritis Exercise classes 5. Cooking Matters--Healthy eating on a budget 6. substance abuse support 7. teen pregnancy

8. physical activity for older adults 9. suicide prevention, and more. 3. Economic and Community Enrichment --a. state-of-the-art facility i. community ii. private gatherings iii. Primero Bread Caf healthy food and community gathering place 4. History, Arts & Culture--a. Coal Miners Memorial and Amphitheater i. Will include the names of the over 500 coal miners who lost their lives in accidents and explosions in area mines. b. Reflection Garden is a history wall to showcase the small towns that dot the area and at one time played a vital role in the culture and economy of the area. c. Mt. Carmel will foster the arts and culture of Trinidad greatly i. beautifully renovated non-denominational chapel 1. performing arts 2. theater 3. educational lectures 4. moviesAmphitheater a. Trinidads only outdoor venue b. Concerts c. dance performances d. theater performances e. Presentations. 5. Spirituality--- Renovated chapel which has hosted a variety of events a. Spiritual center of the facility i. Foster growth of the human spirit. ii. Provide pastoral counseling and support iii. spiritual enrichment opportunities in collaboration with local religious denominations