Sep 16, 2025
Rebecca Childs Derhak, FNP
Richmond — This September, staff of the Richmond Area Health Center are happy to welcome Rebecca Childs Derhak, FNP, to their professional healthcare team.
Childs Derhak earned her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Wilkes University. Previously, she earned her Associate of Science degree in Nursing from Southern Maine Community College. Childs Derhak’s wide variety of experience — including labor & delivery, breastfeeding counseling, and rehabilitation care for patients experiencing homelessness — will make her a great addition to the Richmond team.
When asked about her approach to care, Childs Derhak said, “As a Family Nurse Practitioner, my approach to care is rooted in a belief that every patient has a unique story. It is my privilege to listen, support, and collaborate on personalized care that honors their values and experiences. I strive to offer a safe, non-judgmental space where patients can feel seen and heard, where I can foster both physical and emotional wellbeing.”
Childs Derhak joins the existing Richmond clinical team — Doctor of Podiatry, Daniel Keane; Physician Associate, Cory Miller; Family Nurse Practitioners, Andy Alexander, Monica Gambi Lado, and Melissa Hackett; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Rush; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Aga Smith.
Founded in 1977, Richmond Area Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating twelve family medical practices with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. In 2025, HealthReach proudly marks 50 years of delivering high-quality healthcare to the rural communities of Central and Western Maine since its founding in 1975! HealthReach services include general primary and preventative healthcare, including behavioral, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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Sep 10, 2025
Dr. Teresa Farrington
Belgrade — This September, staff of the Belgrade Regional Health Center are happy to welcome Teresa Farrington, DO, to their professional healthcare team.
Dr. Farrington earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from The University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine, in Kansas City, MO. Previously, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Bowdoin College. Dr. Farrington’s wealth of medical experience includes a variety of specialties — including internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and sleep disorders. Her extensive experience will make her a great addition to the Belgrade team.
When asked about her approach to care, Dr. Farrington said, “I have enjoyed practicing in the Waterville/Oakland area for the past 23 years. I am happily looking forward in taking this next step with HealthReach and feel blessed to be continuing to provide care for the community I know and love.”
Dr. Farrington joins the existing Belgrade clinical team — Doctor, Amy Madden; Doctor of Podiatry, Daniel Keane; Family Nurse Practitioners, Abigail Dalzell-Dixon and Sharon Lopez; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Rush; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Rita Alfonso-LaBarbera.
Founded in 1977, Belgrade Regional Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating twelve family medical practices with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. In 2025, HealthReach proudly marks 50 years of delivering high-quality healthcare to the rural communities of Central and Western Maine since its founding in 1975! HealthReach services include general primary and preventative healthcare, including behavioral, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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Aug 26, 2025
Cindy Black, LMSW
Bethel — This August, staff of the Bethel Family Health Center were happy to welcome Cindy Black, LMSW, to their professional healthcare team.
Black earned her Master of Social Work degree from Walden University. Previously, she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology & Communications from Merrimack College. Black’s wealth of experience in providing mental health services includes a variety of care types and settings, including case and care management, individual therapy for substance use disorder, and mobile health crisis support. Her wide range of experience will make her a great addition to the Bethel team.
When asked about her approach to care, Black said, “I am thrilled to be joining the HealthReach team in serving this community. I feel that each patient deserves to be met with dignity and respect. My goal is to always meet my patients where they are at, offering a person-centered approach to meet individual needs and goals”.
Black joins the existing Bethel clinical team — Doctor, Kevin Finley; Nurse Practitioners, Brittany Bennett and Carly Hanson; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Amanda Adamen; and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Leslie Lufkin and Denise Thorn.
Bethel Family Health Center continues to recruit for an additional mental health clinician — those interested can visit www.HealthReach.org/Employment for more information. The Bethel Team looks forward to being able to schedule appointments as soon as possible for HealthReach patients who are awaiting mental health services.
Founded in 1977, Bethel Family Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating twelve family medical practices with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. In 2025, HealthReach proudly marks 50 years of delivering high-quality healthcare to the rural communities of Central and Western Maine since its founding in 1975! HealthReach services include general primary and preventative healthcare, including behavioral, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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Jul 2, 2025
Alexa Koenig, PA
Coopers Mills — This July, staff of the Sheepscot Valley Health Center are happy to welcome Alexa Koenig, PA, to their professional healthcare team.
Koenig earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree from The University of New England. Previously, she also earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Biology from the University of New England. Koenig’s wealth of medical experience includes a variety of care types and settings — including general surgery, family medicine, pediatrics, and urgent care. Her wide range of experience coupled with her passion for serving rural communities will make her a great addition to the Sheepscot team.
When asked about her approach to care, Koenig said, “It is an absolute honor to care for the people and families in this community. I’m passionate about getting to know my patients and being someone they can count on. As a new provider, my goal is to offer care that feels personal, supportive, and rooted in the needs of our community.”
Koenig joins the existing Sheepscot clinical team — Doctor of Podiatry, Daniel Keane; Physician Assistants, Cory Miller, Brooke Perez, Craig Urwin, and Zachary Wissman; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Melanie Morin; and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Kristina Mont.
Founded in 1980, Sheepscot Valley Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating twelve family medical practices with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. In 2025, HealthReach proudly marks 50 years of delivering high-quality healthcare to the rural communities of Central and Western Maine since its founding in 1975! HealthReach services include general primary and preventative healthcare, including behavioral, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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Jun 25, 2025
Sharon Lopez, FNP
Belgrade — This July, staff of the Belgrade Regional Health Center are happy to welcome Sharon Lopez, FNP, to their professional healthcare team.
Sharon earned her Master of Nursing degree from Purdue University Global. Previously, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of New Brunswick in Frederickton. Sharon’s wealth of medical experience includes a variety of care types and settings — including travel nursing, home healthcare, postpartum and neonatal care, and hospital intensive care. With her wide range of experience and knowledge, Lopez will be a wonderful addition to the Belgrade team.
When asked about her approach to care, Lopez said, “True healing goes beyond medical treatment; it involves genuine caring for a patient’s wellbeing.”
Lopez joins the existing Belgrade clinical team — Doctor Amy Madden; Doctor of Podiatry, Daniel Keane; Family Nurse Practitioners, Abigail Dalzell-Dixon and Andrew Twaite; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Rush; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Rita Alfonso LaBarbera.
Founded in 1977, Belgrade Regional Health Center is a part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — headquartered in Waterville, Maine. HealthReach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating twelve family medical practices with the mission of serving the otherwise medically underserved. In 2025, HealthReach proudly marks 50 years of delivering high-quality healthcare to the rural communities of Central and Western Maine since its founding in 1975! HealthReach services include general primary and preventative healthcare, including behavioral, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric care services. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers, and there are no eligibility requirements to access care through HealthReach; all are welcome. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs, including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ federally funded health center project. In 2025, HealthReach is projected to receive $4,436,654 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 12% of project costs. Of total project costs for 2025, HealthReach estimates 88% to be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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