Who We Are | SWACH

Partnering to build a healthier future in Southwest Washington – for everyone.

SWACH is a local nonprofit working to improve health in Southwest Washington. We bring together community members and other experts to address our region’s biggest health challenges. Through innovative partnerships and local resources, we’re working to create lasting changes and a healthier future – for everyone.

SWACH is one of nine organizations leading the state’s Healthier Washington Initiative in their regions. These Accountable Communities of Health (ACHs) are building a healthier Washington that meets their communities’ unique needs. Learn more at the Washington Health Authority Website.

SWACH is the state-designated ACH for the counties of Clark, Klickitat and Skamania. We partner to support members of the Cowlitz Tribe and Yakama Nation. We also work in Wahkiakum and Cowlitz counties through the Healthy Living Collaborative, a SWACH program.

A healthier future for Southwest Washington requires community involvement. If you’d like to get involved or learn more, please contact us here.

Our Approach

Whole-person Integrated Clinical Care

The healthcare system often treats different types of health services like they’re unrelated. For example, mental and physical health. However, good
health is about the whole person – from head to toe. SWACH helps healthcare providers work together as one team to improve their patients’ whole health.

Community-Clinical Linkages

Washingtonians often face barriers to health. Many experience discrimination or lack access to food, housing and other essentials. SWACH helps healthcare providers and community members connect with other types of support in our communities. Because good
health almost always starts outside of the doctor’s office.

Sustainable Large-Scale Impact

Nobody knows Southwest Washington’s needs better than the people who live here. And when we work together, we can solve our biggest challenges. SWACH brings together people from all sorts of backgrounds to create lasting solutions that make this a healthier place – for everyone.