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Polara Health's
​Mission, Vision & Values

WE ENVISION A COMMUNITY WHERE THE HEALTHCARE NEEDS OF ALL ARE MET.
The Mission of Polara Health is to provide accessible, compassionate holistic care that strengthens our community.

Our Vision:
To be recognized for healthcare that exceeds expectations while maintaining our uncompromising principles and a sense of community that unites us in driving out stigma and celebrates health and empowerment for all.

Our Values: Quality, Integrity and Compassion.
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Toward this end, we offer a vast array of services for adults, families and children living with mental and behavioral health challenges, from case management and counseling to supportive housing and vocational rehabilitation.
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Polara Health is the largest local non-profit provider of behavioral health and crisis intervention services in Yavapai County, and serves approximately 7,500 people annually.

ORGANIZATIONAL HISTORY

1966: The Clinic is established by a group of visionary volunteers, and borrows office space in a building on Marina Street
1984: Cortez Clinic, our first permanent facility, opens
1986: WYGC Foundation is created to support current WYGC programs, to pursue new initiatives to expand services in the community, and to raise awareness on topics of behavioral and health issues
1989: WYGC opens an inpatient psychiatric facility and residential addiction treatment program called Hillside Center.
1998: An apartment building is acquired and turned into Haddon House – a transitional, supervised housing unit for persons diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness (SMI).
2000: WYGC purchases a modular building on Ruth Street for outpatient psychiatric services, and opens the Prescott Valley Campus – a permanent service site on Windsong Drive in Prescott Valley


2005: Long-time CEO Don Ostendorf steps down, and Larry Green becomes CEO in his stead
2008: Under Green’s leadership, WYGC opens the Medicare A certified and Joint Commission accredited Windhaven Psychiatric Hospital in Prescott Valley
2012: Administrative offices open in Prescott Valley
2015: Chino Valley Outpatient Center opens
2017: The Crisis Stabilization Unit opens in Prescott Valley
2019: Green retires after 14 years of leadership and Tamara Player becomes CEO of WYGC.
2020: Through out the pandemic, WYGC continued to serve current and new clients via telehealth and door-to-door visits.  The CSU doors remained open 24/7 for anyone experiencing a crisis.
2021: WYGC introduces it's new name POLARA HEALTH.  While our name is changing, it is important for our community to know that we have the same caring staff, proving the same great services.

​BEFORE YOUR FIRST VISIT

Are you preparing for your first appointment with us?
Thes
e documents may be helpful as you get ready:
  • Overview of Intake/First Appointment Process
  • Notice of Privacy Practices |  Notice of Privacy Practices, SPANISH
  • Financial Assistance Summary English
  • Financial Assistance Summary Spanish
  • Financial Assistance Application English
  • Financial Assistance Application Spanish
  • Financial Responsibility Form
  • Financial Consent Form
  • General Consent/Conditions of Admission
  • Part A Questionnaire
  • Client Rights & Responsibilities Form
  • Medication List
  • Specialized Screenings
  • Release of Information Form
For information in another language call:  (928) 445-5211
Para información en Español llame: 
(928) 445-5211 ext 3198 or ext. 2016
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CONTACT US

Walk In Crisis Location:
8655 E. Eastridge Drive
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Crisis helpline: 928-445-5211 X1
A telehealth specialist is ready to take your call.

Telehealth - Zoom Information
The Zoom Link:  https://zoom.us
Meeting ID: 954 0369 1857
Passcode: 946460
 
The Telephone Numbers
Dial/join by phone
1-253-215-8782 or
1-346-248-7799
Meeting ID: 954 0369 1857
Passcode: 946460


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  • Home
  • Services
    • Continuum of Care
    • Adult Clinical Services
    • Children & Family Services
    • Primary Care & Psychiatry
    • Senior Peer Program
    • Substance Use Disorders
    • Vocational Services
    • Windhaven Psychiatric Hospital
  • Crisis
    • Intervention
    • Resources
    • Success Stories
  • Learning Center
    • Webinars
    • Support Groups >
      • Support Group for Parents of Special Needs Children
      • Community Connections
    • Videos
  • About Polara
    • Mission, Vision & Values
    • Staff
    • Governance Board
    • Accreditation & Policies
    • Billing
    • Blog
    • Newsletters
  • Contact
    • Contact Us
    • Client Referral
    • Locations
  • CAREERS
    • Career Opportunities
    • Applications
  • SUPPORT US
    • Donate
    • Different Ways to Give