SoHum Health - Jerold Phelps Community Hospital

SoHum Health - Jerold Phelps Community Hospital This service area has a population of about 10,365 full-time residents that can grow to over 30,000 during summer months.

SoHum Health is a California Special Healthcare District that operates Jerold Phelps Community Hospital, Southern Humboldt Community Clinic, Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center, Garberville Pharmacy, Fortuna Optometry, and Garberville Optometry. Dating back to 1949, healthcare services have been available at the current site of the Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District (SHCHD) in Garberville, California. SHCHD currently includes Jerold Phelps Community Hospital with its attached skilled nursing unit; Southern Humboldt Community Clinic, a certified rural health clinic; Southern Humboldt Family Resource Center at Redway Elementary; and Garberville Pharmacy, a full-service retail pharmacy located at 286 Sprowel Creek Road. Our service area is approximately 775 square miles and includes the communities of Alderpoint, Blocksburg, Garberville, Harris, Honeydew, Miranda, Meyers Flat, Leggett, Petrolia, Phillipsville, Piercy, Redcrest, Redway, Shelter Cover, Weott, Whitethorn, and Zenia. With strong community support, including a supplemental property tax, SHCHD continues its work to assure quality healthcare for residents and visitors alike. The hospital received Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designation status in March 2002, helping position SHCHD for a more sustainable future. Direct services include an acute care hospital, 24/7 emergency room, laboratory, radiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, mammography, x-ray, home health/visiting nurse program, swing-bed, visiting specialists, skilled nursing, a rural health clinic, the Family Resource Center, and retail pharmacy services. OUR VISION

To empower individuals to live longer, healthier lives through the use of information, relationships, and technology. OUR MISSION

To provide high quality local medical services, to engage community members with education, activities and lifestyle opportunities which promote optimal health, and to assist out patients in navigating access to services throughout the health system.

Family Resource Center Southern Humboldt
01/30/2026

Family Resource Center Southern Humboldt

SoHum Health's mammogram appointments will be temporarily unavailable until May 2026. Thank you for your understanding a...
01/29/2026

SoHum Health's mammogram appointments will be temporarily unavailable until May 2026. Thank you for your understanding and patience.đź©»

It's National Blood Donor Month. Celebrate those who donate and save lives by donating today! The Blood Mobile is at Red...
01/28/2026

It's National Blood Donor Month. Celebrate those who donate and save lives by donating today! The Blood Mobile is at Redwoods Rural TODAY, January 28th, from 11AM to 4PM. Northern California Community Blood Bank

SoHum Health offers ultrasound services! Don't wait months to get your radiology scans done; have your referral sent to ...
01/26/2026

SoHum Health offers ultrasound services! Don't wait months to get your radiology scans done; have your referral sent to SoHum Health and let our skilled staff take care of you. sohumhealth.org/radiology

Chronic mouth breathing isn’t just a bad habit; it's tied to fatigue, dental issues, poor sleep, and even long-term airw...
01/22/2026

Chronic mouth breathing isn’t just a bad habit; it's tied to fatigue, dental issues, poor sleep, and even long-term airway or facial development problems in children. Nose breathing, on the other hand, supports better sleep, improved oxygen delivery, and a calmer nervous system.

Read more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options on our website.

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SoHum Health's Laboratory is open 7 days a week for walk-in services. Ask your doctor to send your lab order to Jerold P...
01/22/2026

SoHum Health's Laboratory is open 7 days a week for walk-in services. Ask your doctor to send your lab order to Jerold Phelps Community Hospital and get your lab draws off your to-do list today! sohumhealth.org/lab

SoHum Health's Mobile Clinic is coming to Shelter Cove THIS Friday, January 23rd! Make your appointment today to visit o...
01/20/2026

SoHum Health's Mobile Clinic is coming to Shelter Cove THIS Friday, January 23rd! Make your appointment today to visit our clinic at the RID Clubhouse by calling (707) 923-3921 x1221. Details at: https://sohumhealth.org/mobileclinic

SoHum Health's Clinic, Garberville Pharmacy, Optometry and Administration will be closed TODAY, Monday, January 19th in ...
01/19/2026

SoHum Health's Clinic, Garberville Pharmacy, Optometry and Administration will be closed TODAY, Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Emergency Room will remain open

Get a new start with a new year! Make your mental health a priority this year and talk to one of our licensed therapists...
01/14/2026

Get a new start with a new year! Make your mental health a priority this year and talk to one of our licensed therapists today. Whether it's grief, trauma, or coping with life's pressures, Kathy Loveless and Tara Huff are here to help. (707) 923-3921 X1033

SoHum Health's Administration, Clinic, the Garberville Pharmacy, and Optometry will be closed on Monday, January 19th in...
01/12/2026

SoHum Health's Administration, Clinic, the Garberville Pharmacy, and Optometry will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Emergency Room will remain open.

Just a reminder that SoHum Health offers walk-in Flu & COVID vaccines at our Clinic every Tuesday from 9AM - 1PM and 2PM...
01/10/2026

Just a reminder that SoHum Health offers walk-in Flu & COVID vaccines at our Clinic every Tuesday from 9AM - 1PM and 2PM - 4PM (through April). No appointment needed!

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Dating back to 1949, healthcare services have been available at the current site of the Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District (SHCHD) in Garberville, California. SHCHD currently includes Jerold Phelps Community Hospital with its attached skilled nursing unit; Southern Humboldt Community Clinic, a certified rural health clinic; and the Family Resource Center. Our service area is approximately 775 square miles and includes the communities of Alderpoint, Blocksburg, Garberville, Harris, Honeydew, Miranda, Meyers Flat, Leggett, Petrolia, Phillipsville, Piercy, Redcrest, Redway, Shelter Cover, Weott, Whitethorn, and Zenia. This service area has a population of about 10,365 full-time residents that can grow to over 30,000 during summer months. With strong community support, including a supplemental property tax, SHCHD continues its work to assure quality healthcare for residents and visitors alike. The hospital received Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designation status in March 2002, helping position SHCHD for a more sustainable future. Direct services include an acute care hospital, 24/7 emergency room, laboratory, radiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, mammography, CT, x-ray, home health/visiting nurse program, swing-bed, skilled nursing, a rural health clinic, and family resource center. OUR VISION To empower individuals to live longer, healthier lives through the use of information, relationships, and technology. OUR MISSION To provide high quality local medical services, to engage community members with education, activities and lifestyle opportunities which promote optimal health, and to assist out patients in navigating access to services throughout the health system.