Kaniksu Community Health

Kaniksu Community Health Providing quality, affordable and accessible medical, dental, behavioral health, pediatric care Integrated healthcare for a patient-centered experience.

We deliver whole patient care regardless of age, economic situation, or health concern. Over the course of your life and the spectrum of your care, from prevention and wellness to medical, dental, and behavioral health, from pediatrics to geriatrics, our team-based approach to patient care means we will help you achieve or maintain good health. Access for everyone. Regardless of how you pay, or the complexity of your conditions, we will help you find solutions. We serve everyone in Bonner and Boundary counties, whether you are covered by Medicare or Medicaid, have private insurance, are a self-pay patient, or one of our country’s veterans. If there are any concerns about how you will pay for services, talk to us. We’re here to help. We don’t just say it. We prove it. Ranked in the top 10% of community health centers across the nation, we have implemented systems that monitor and improve our delivery of care year after year. For example:
Over a period of four years, we decreased the number of patients with uncontrolled diabetes from 36 to 14%. In 2020, we reported the highest level of control in the state for our hypertensive population at 75%

Coordinate your healthcare in a way that you understand. The healthcare landscape is a tough one to navigate and a big part of what we do is untangle that mess. We make it accessible, affordable, and achievable. Your wellbeing starts with you, but when it comes to maintaining or improving your health, choose us, your partner in healthcare.

🧡Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Kaniksu Community Health! 🧡 We’re thankful for our patients, staff, and community ...
11/26/2025

🧡Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Kaniksu Community Health! 🧡

We’re thankful for our patients, staff, and community who make North Idaho such a wonderful place to live and grow healthy together.

🍂 Our clinics will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th to allow our team time with their families.
We’ll reopen on Monday, December 1st.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, restful, and joy-filled Thanksgiving weekend! 🦃💚

How often do you take a break from your phone? 📱💭 Stepping away (even for a little while) can do wonders for your mental...
11/24/2025

How often do you take a break from your phone? 📱💭

Stepping away (even for a little while) can do wonders for your mental health. Here are just a few benefits:
✨ You’ll be less distracted and more productive
👀 You’ll give your eyes a break
🌙 You can improve your sleep
🤝 You’ll build stronger real-world connections
💬 You’ll be more present in the moment
🎨 You’ll rediscover hobbies and creativity

Technology helps us stay connected, but too much screen time can drain focus, mood, and rest.

Try setting aside a “tech-free” hour each day, unplugging during meals, or taking a weekend “digital detox.”

Your mind deserves a reset. 💚

Looking for a bold-flavored meal that’s diabetes-friendly and satisfying? Try this Spicy Beef & Pepper Stir-Fry! 🔥🥩🌶️ 🤔 ...
11/21/2025

Looking for a bold-flavored meal that’s diabetes-friendly and satisfying? Try this Spicy Beef & Pepper Stir-Fry! 🔥🥩🌶️

🤔 Why it works:
Lean beef gives you about 26 g of protein per serving great for muscle health and blood sugar control.
Colorful bell peppers and onions add fiber, vitamins, and flavor without loading up on refined carbs.
With only ~15 g total carbs per ¾-cup serving, it’s easier to fit into a balanced diabetes meal plan.
Ready in about 25-30 minutes. Perfect for a weekday dinner that doesn’t compromise health.

🥩🌶️ Ingredients:
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1/3 cup cold water
1/3 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 teaspoons canola oil or olive oil
1 package (16 ounces) frozen asparagus stir-fry vegetable blend
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cups hot cooked rice
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
Julienned green onions, optional
In a small bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch and mustard. Stir in water and teriyaki sauce until smooth.

Instructions
In a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, crumbling meat; drain and set aside. In the same pan, heat oil over medium heat; add vegetable blend and onion. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes.
Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes longer. Add beef; heat through. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and, if desired, top with green onions.
Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes longer. Add beef; heat through. Serve with rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and, if desired, top with green onions.

🔗Recipe and Photo Credit: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/hamburger-stir-fry/

November is Family Caregiver Awareness Month. Nearly 12 million unpaid caregivers across the U.S. providing support for ...
11/20/2025

November is Family Caregiver Awareness Month. Nearly 12 million unpaid caregivers across the U.S. providing support for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. 🌿

In 2024 alone, caregivers gave more than 19 billion hours of care often balancing work, family, and their own health along the way.

Caregivers, we see you. 🫶

We recognize your time, your love, and your strength. You’re not alone and you deserve support, too.

The Alzheimer’s Association offers free resources, education, and community programs to help you care for both your loved one and yourself.
🕊️ Learn more at alz.org/events/nadam

Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference, especially when it comes to preventing or managing Type 2 Diabetes He...
11/19/2025

Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference, especially when it comes to preventing or managing Type 2 Diabetes

Here are some simple ways to lower your risk:
🥗 Eat for balance. Choose more veggies, whole grains, and lean proteins — and cut back on sugary drinks.
🚶‍♀️ Move your body daily. Even a 20-minute walk can help regulate blood sugar and support heart health.
💧 Stay hydrated. Water helps your body use insulin more effectively.
🩺 Know your numbers. Regular screenings for blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol can catch changes early.
😴 Prioritize rest. Poor sleep can impact your metabolism and insulin sensitivity.

At Kaniksu Community Health, we believe prevention starts with awareness — and support.
Talk to your provider about a diabetes screening and ways to stay on track with your health goals.

💙 Small steps today = big health tomorrow.

At Kaniksu Community Health, we believe that quality care should be accessible for everyone. 💚 From your first checkup t...
11/19/2025

At Kaniksu Community Health, we believe that quality care should be accessible for everyone. 💚

From your first checkup to ongoing wellness, we’re here for whole health for your whole life. 🩺✨

Our team provides comprehensive care, including:
🩺 Family Medicine
🦷 Dental
🧠 Behavioral Health
👶 Pediatrics
💊 Pharmacy
🚑 Same Day Care

At KCH, our care is patient-centered, community-focused, and always judgment-free. Whether it’s a routine visit or something more complex, you don’t have to navigate your health alone.

🔗Learn more at kchnorthidaho.org

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸Today, we pause to recognize the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn our natio...
11/12/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to recognize the courage, sacrifice, and service of all who have worn our nation’s uniform.

Thank you, Veterans, for protecting our freedom and inspiring us with your dedication. 💙❤️

💙 Mythbuster Monday! 💙❌ Myth: Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.✅ Fact: Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes have different ca...
11/10/2025

💙 Mythbuster Monday! 💙

❌ Myth: Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.
✅ Fact: Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes have different causes — and while eating large amounts of added sugar isn’t healthy, it’s not the sole cause of diabetes. 🍬🚫

Type 1 is an autoimmune condition, and Type 2 develops over time from a mix of factors like genetics, weight, and activity level. 🧬⚖️🏃‍♀️

At Kaniksu Community Health, we focus on prevention, awareness, and support — not blame. 💚
We’ll help you understand your risk factors and build healthy habits that work for you. 🌿

Learn more 👉 https://kchnorthidaho.org/preventive-care/ -c

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Looking for a cozy, balanced meal that fits a diabetes-friendly lifestyle? Try this easy Sheet Pan-Roasted Chicken & Veg...
11/07/2025

Looking for a cozy, balanced meal that fits a diabetes-friendly lifestyle?
Try this easy Sheet Pan-Roasted Chicken & Vegetables- a one-pan dinner full of flavor, fiber, and heart-healthy ingredients! 🩵

👉 Recipe & Photos Credit: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pan-roasted-chicken-and-vegetables/

Here’s what you’ll need:
🥔 2 lbs red potatoes, chopped
🧅 1 large onion, chopped
🧄 3 garlic cloves, minced
🌿 1 Tbsp olive oil + rosemary, paprika, salt & pepper
🍗 6 skinless bone-in chicken thighs
🥬 6 cups fresh spinach
🍋 Lemon wedges to finish (optional)

Cooking Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, onion, oil, garlic, fresh or dried rosemary, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray.

2. In a small bowl, mix paprika, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle chicken with paprika mixture; arrange over vegetables. Roast until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175° and vegetables are just tender, 35-40 minutes.

3. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Top vegetables with spinach. Roast until vegetables are tender and spinach is wilted, 8-10 minutes longer. Stir vegetables to combine; serve with chicken. If desired, serve with additional fresh rosemary and lemon wedges.

At Kaniksu Community Health, we know that everyone’s diabetes journey looks different and nourishing meals like this help make healthy living enjoyable and sustainable. 🌿

Choosing coverage doesn’t have to be confusing. We can help! 💙 Open Enrollment is your chance to review your health insu...
11/06/2025

Choosing coverage doesn’t have to be confusing. We can help! 💙
Open Enrollment is your chance to review your health insurance, switch plans, or get covered for 2026.

🩺 Your Health Idaho → now through Dec 15
💊 Medicare → now through Dec 7

Our Patient Assistance Specialists can guide you step by step so you can stay focused on what matters most: your health.

Kaniksu Community Health’s Patient Assistance Specialists are available to guide you through your enrollment options. Call your clinic today to connect with a specialist who can help you make confident, informed choices.

Bonners Ferry: 208-267-1718
Priest River: 208-448-2321
Sandpoint: 208-263-7101
Learn more:
👉 yourhealthidaho.org
👉 medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/open-enrollment

🩵 November is Diabetes Awareness Month! 🩵Diabetes looks different for everyone... and so does the right care plan.That’s...
11/04/2025

🩵 November is Diabetes Awareness Month! 🩵

Diabetes looks different for everyone... and so does the right care plan.
That’s why at Kaniksu Community Health, we focus on what works for you: your lifestyle, your goals, your health journey. 🌿

From prevention to ongoing management, our team is here to help you take control of your health one step at a time. 👣💙
Learn more 👉 https://kchnorthidaho.org/preventive-care/ -c

10/30/2025

Flu season is here! 🩺 Dr. Andrew Vizcarra & Dr. Tara Vizcarra are rolling up their sleeves to show how simple it is to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Flu shots are now available at Kaniksu Community Health!

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Kaniksu Health Services provides Medical, Dental, Pediatric, Behavorial Health, and VA services services in Bonner and Boundary counties. We are the contracted VA medical services for Bonner and Boundary counties with the VA clinic location at our Sandpoint Facility. We look forward to hearing from you!