HealthFirst Bluegrass

We're celebrating National Health Center Week loud and proud here at HealthFirst Bluegrass, and we wanted to share some of the fun along the way!

Take a look at a few of our favorite moments we've captured throughout the week. We hope you enjoyed your smoothie, but even more than that, we hope you felt the message behind it.

We see you. We value you. We are better because of you. 🌟

Every single day, your compassion, dedication, and hard work make HealthFirst Bluegrass stronger. Because of you, we're able to provide exceptional care to our patients and make a meaningful difference in our community. That is something truly worth celebrating.

Our "Blending Up the Gratitude" smoothie treat (courtesy of Jump Start Smoothies - Lexington KY) was just a small token of our appreciation — and hopefully it added a little extra pep to your step this week! 🥤💙

Thank you for everything you do. We are incredibly grateful to work alongside such an amazing team.

Happy National Health Center Week! 🎉

National Association of Community Health Centers Thank you for the smoothies!

Last month, the HealthFirst Bluegrass team was proud to participate in Strong Fathers, Strong Future, a wonderful community event celebrating the important role fathers play in building strong, healthy families.

It was an incredible opportunity to connect with local families, meet new community partners, and share resources that support healthier lives across our region. Events like these remind us that strong communities are built through meaningful relationships and collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello—we're grateful to be part of a community that comes together to support one another. 💙

Join us and learn more about how we serve our community.

HealthFirst Bluegrass invites you to learn more about our role as your local Federally Qualified Health Center and the services we provide to support your health and well-being.

📅 Friday, August 7 at 12:00 PM
📍 496 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY

We look forward to connecting with you!

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¡Únase a nosotros y conozca más sobre cómo servimos a nuestra comunidad!

HealthFirst Bluegrass le invita a conocer más sobre nuestro papel como su Centro de Salud Federalmente Calificado (Federally Qualified Health Center) y los servicios que ofrecemos para apoyar su salud y bienestar.

📅 Viernes, 7 de agosto, a las 12:00 p. m.
📍 496 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY

¡Esperamos tener la oportunidad de conocerle y conectar con usted!

Happy National Health Center Week! 💙

This year’s theme, “Building Innovative Care Where It Matters Most,” celebrates the vital role community health centers play in expanding access to quality care and strengthening healthier communities.

Join HealthFirst Bluegrass in recognizing the patients, providers, staff, and partners who make this work possible. We are so thankful for everything you do!

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¡La Semana Nacional de los Centros de Salud se celebra del 2 al 8 de agosto de 2026! 💙

El tema de este año, “Creando atención innovadora donde más importa,” celebra el papel fundamental de los centros de salud comunitarios en ampliar el acceso a una atención de calidad y fortalecer comunidades más saludables.

Acompáñenos a reconocer a los pacientes, proveedores, empleados y colaboradores que hacen posible esta labor.

📅 Online Scheduling Is Now Available!

We’re making it easier to schedule your next visit with HealthFirst Bluegrass. As part of our new online scheduling pilot program, patients can now book select appointment types directly online with the following three providers:

💙 Marikate Grogan
Schedule directly: https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io/?practitionerId=32600-90

💙 Dr. Upreti
Schedule directly: https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io/?practitionerId=32600-2

💙 Dr. Chadwell
Schedule directly: https://consumer.scheduling.athena.io/?practitionerId=32600-124

Need to schedule a sick or problem visit instead? Visit our Make an Appointment page, select the HealthFirst Bluegrass location where you’d like to receive care, and follow the steps to schedule your visit.

We’re excited to offer another convenient way to connect our patients with the care they need, when they need it.

Healthcare is about building healthier communities.

Next week is National Health Center Week, and we're celebrating the important role community health centers play in expanding access to care, removing barriers, and improving the health of the communities they serve.

At HealthFirst Bluegrass, we're proud to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages through medical care, dental care, behavioral health, women's health, pediatrics, pharmacy services, school-based clinics, and community support programs. We believe quality healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and centered around the unique needs of every patient.

Community health centers exist to ensure that everyone has a place to turn for care, regardless of income, insurance status, or life circumstances. Every appointment, prescription, counseling session, dental visit, and wellness check contributes to a healthier Lexington and a stronger community.

Swipe through to learn more about what community health centers do, why they matter, and how HealthFirst Bluegrass is helping make healthcare more accessible for all. 💙