For many families in Northern Nevada, barriers such as cost, language differences and lack of insurance can make even routine medical care difficult to access. A partnership led by the University of Nevada, Reno’s Orvis School of Nursing and the Community Behavioral Health Collaborative through the School of Public Health is helping change that by bringing free, bilingual health services directly into the community.
This initiative also helps prepare the next generation of nurse practitioners and clinical mental health professionals to serve Nevada’s most vulnerable populations. Our team delivers compassionate, accessible services and helps connect you to the care and resources you need.
What we offer
Free bilingual basic nursing intervention
- Initial health screenings
- Brief treatments
- Health advice
Medication consultations and initiation
- Provided when appropriate to support your physical and behavioral health needs
Referrals and resource navigation
- Connections to specialists and community resources for ongoing care
The Resilient Nevada Initiative is open to community members seeking basic health care and behavioral health services. No identification or special eligibility requirements are needed.
Appointment locations and schedule
Resilient Nevada Initiative offers services at two convenient community locations:
Quest Counseling (6110 Plumas St., Reno)
- First, second and third Monday of each month
Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada (1300 Foster Dr., Reno)
- Fourth Monday of each month
Why is the Resilient Nevada Initiative important?
The program addresses critical gaps in accessible, culturally responsive care while contributing to the training of the next generation of healthcare providers.
Community partners
Resilient Nevada Initiative is delivered in collaboration with community partners committed to improving access to care across Northern Nevada, including Quest Counseling and the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada.