Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc.

BJHCHS is proud to expand our services in Hampton County with the new Varnville Medical Center! We are committed to providing comprehensive and quality healthcare, ensuring families have access to the care they need. Joining our sites in Hampton and Estill, the center will continue to be dedicated to serving with excellence and compassion. We look forward to making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the Hampton community. To register, schedule an appointment, or learn more about our services, call 843-836-7512 today! https://lnkd.in/efG-R4Tm

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Lilly Harms to the BJHCHS team! As our new Behavioral Health Coordinator, Lilly is eager to learn and navigate her role in serving our community. Lilly holds a master’s degree in Addictions Treatment and Recovery from Liberty University and an MFA in Painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design. With 12 years of experience in mental health treatment, she has a strong background in addiction recovery and, in recent years, has focused more on mental health and dual diagnoses. Lilly is extensively trained in trauma-informed care and has significant experience facilitating groups using the Seeking Safety format. She also incorporates her artistic skills to lead art therapy groups, providing a creative and therapeutic outlet that supports recovery and overall well-being. We are thrilled to have Lilly on board and look forward to the positive impact she will make!

We are pleased to announce that Mari Valentin will be participating as a panelist in a Round Table Discussion at the Sea Retreat on Saturday, March 8th. As Chairperson of the SC Migrant Health Advisory Council, she will share insights on our Agricultural Worker Health Program alongside representatives from other programs. The Sea Retreat, organized annually by the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association, brings together community health centers and clinics from across the state. Staff from accounting, front desk roles, agricultural worker health, and homeless health programs attend to collaborate and enhance health care services. Mari Valentin and Diana Gonzalez will be attending this year’s retreat, and we look forward to the valuable discussions ahead!

Leadership in action! Our CEO, Dr. Faith Polkey, took the stage at #VIVEvent to share insights, inspire change, and drive meaningful progress in healthcare. Her dedication to improving community health is truly inspiring. Thank you, Dr. Polkey, for representing BJHCHS, Inc. and championing the future of healthcare!

We are pleased to announce that our very own Dr. Tiffany Cochran will be a speaker at the Beaufort County Senior Leadership Health and Human Services Event! Dr. Cochran will provide valuable insight into the continuum of healthcare and the essential human service organizations that work tirelessly to support the well-being of individuals across Beaufort County. As an internist and women’s health specialist, Dr. Cochran is deeply committed to improving healthcare access and outcomes for all. Her expertise, compassion, and dedication make her an invaluable voice in this important conversation. We are honored to have her represent us at this event!

Our School-Based Health Team has been busy celebrating School-Based Health Awareness Month! From conducting blood pressure screenings for teachers at WBECHS to participating in the 4th Annual Black History Program at TCL and Battery Creek High School, our team has been making an impact. Rene Holmes, FNP, also engaged students with a presentation on careers in healthcare and guided them through BP screenings. Our team is dedicated to promoting health and education in our schools. By providing screenings, sharing knowledge, and inspiring future healthcare professionals, we’re helping to build a healthier community! #SchoolBasedHealthAwarenessMonth

We are happy to announce that our very own CEO, Dr. Faith Polkey, will be speaking at #ViVEvent! Her voice and expertise in healthcare leadership will be part of an important conversation, and we can’t wait to hear the insights and innovations she brings back from this incredible event.

Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. is pleased to welcome Dr. Kevin McBeth Johnson to our team. A Marion, South Carolina native, Dr. Johnson began his academic journey at Claflin University, earning a B.S. in Biology in 2002. He then pursued his dental education at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2006. Dr. Johnson brings a wealth of experience in federal and community service. He has served as a Comprehensive Dentist for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Charleston, SC, and Tuskegee, AL, and currently holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel as Chief of Dental Services at Maxwell Air Force Base 908th Reserve Unit in Montgomery, AL. Beyond his professional life, Dr. Johnson is a proud father to three wonderful children—Bryce, Blaze, and Bella-Skye. In his free time, he enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. Fun Fact: Dr. Johnson is a big Clemson Tigers football fan! Please join us in welcoming Dr. Johnson to the Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. family!

Thank you, Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA), for shedding light on how funding freezes affect Community Health Centers' workforce and their ability to deliver comprehensive primary care and substance use treatment, especially in rural areas. #ValueCHCs

Representing BJHCHS, Inc. on a national stage! Our CEO, Dr. Faith Polkey, COO, Natassia Allen, and Director of Pharmacy, Courtney Kaye, are attending the National Association of Community Health Centers Policy & Issues Forum, advocating for stronger, healthier communities. #NACHC #CommunityHealthCenter #PIForum25