The hardest part of any journey is often the very first step. Whether it’s walking through a clinic door, making a phone call, or quietly saying, “I need help,” that single action can change everything. At Healthy Connections, we’re here to make sure your first step is welcomed, supported, and celebrated—because no one should have to take it alone.
Life doesn’t always go according to plan. Circumstances can change quickly—sometimes without warning—and suddenly the path forward feels uncertain. In those moments, what matters most is knowing help is close to home.
We live here. We work here. We care here. Our teams in Malvern, Texarkana, Russellville, and communities like De Queen are neighbors who understand local challenges and believe in local solutions. Whether you’re confronting something new or trying to break a long-standing cycle, we’re ready to walk beside you—step by step.
Your Path to Health Starts Close to Home
- Malvern: Dr. Absalom Tilley, MD, and APRNs Briana Newcomb and Tamara Tate deliver compassionate, personalized care.
- Texarkana: Mandilyn Cottingham, APRN, combines attentive listening with proven guidance.
- Russellville: Dr. Leslie Ward, MD, and Kaylee Wolfe, APRN, understand the community they serve.
- Communities like De Queen: Angela Martin, APRN, and Autumn Morales, APRN, offer bilingual support so language is never a barrier to progress.
Our mission is the same at every clinic: replace isolation with connection and turn first steps into lasting progress.
Removing Barriers, Building Confidence
We clear the way so your first step feels possible:
- After-work appointments available up to 6 p.m., plus telehealth visits
- Sliding-fee scale for qualifying patients without insurance
- Most insurance accepted: Medicaid, Medicare, ArKids First, and major private plans
When obstacles disappear, “someday” becomes “today.”
Why the First Step Matters
Your first step might feel small—an appointment request, a question, a moment of honesty—but it unlocks momentum. It tells your mind, “I’m moving forward,” and invites a caring team to walk with you. Every major transformation we’ve witnessed began with one person deciding to take that first brave stride.
Healing Happens Here
You’re not alone, and you don’t have to wait for things to get worse before you reach out. If cravings, worry, or regret are crowding out hope, let today be your first step toward freedom.
Affordable Care Near Me in Arkansas: Your First Step Starts Here
Healing begins with a single decision: “Enough—I’m ready for something better.” Make that first step now:
📞 Call 888-710-8220 to speak with a caring team member
🌐 Visit www.healthy-connections.org to request an appointment
Thank you for trusting us with your first step. Together, we’ll turn it into a lifelong journey of health and hope.
Healthy Connections is a Federally-Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing expert, affordable care to communities across Arkansas for more than 25 years.
