Partnership Health Center is deeply committed, as always, to the health and wellbeing of our patients and staff. We are closely monitoring and responding to the evolving situation surrounding the spread of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus – SARS-CoV2).
We are working actively with the Missoula City-County Health Department along with both state and local health authorities to ensure we continue delivering safe, quality care while limiting further spread of the virus. For information on COVID-19 including steps to prevent illness, what to do if you are sick, and many other frequently asked questions, we strongly recommend using the following trusted sources of accurate, up-to-date information:
You can protect yourself from COVID-19 infection the same way you protect against the common cold or seasonal flu. The most important steps you can take to stay healthy and protect yourself and those around you are to wash or sanitize your hands often for at least 20 seconds each time; avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth; and cough into a tissue or the crook of your elbow (and wash your hands afterward.) We also encourage you to follow the principle of social distancing by limiting your public activities as much as possible. This is particularly important if you fall into a higher risk population based on your age or medical conditions. Please contact your medical provider if you have questions about your individual risk.
We are working actively with the Missoula City-County Health Department along with both state and local health authorities to ensure we continue delivering safe, quality care while limiting further spread of the virus. For information on COVID-19 including steps to prevent illness, what to do if you are sick, and many other frequently asked questions, we strongly recommend using the following trusted sources of accurate, up-to-date information:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Missoula City-County Health Department
- Missoula.co/cvirus
- Missoula County Coronavirus (COVID-19) Hotline: 406-258-INFO
- Hotline open Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m
You can protect yourself from COVID-19 infection the same way you protect against the common cold or seasonal flu. The most important steps you can take to stay healthy and protect yourself and those around you are to wash or sanitize your hands often for at least 20 seconds each time; avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth; and cough into a tissue or the crook of your elbow (and wash your hands afterward.) We also encourage you to follow the principle of social distancing by limiting your public activities as much as possible. This is particularly important if you fall into a higher risk population based on your age or medical conditions. Please contact your medical provider if you have questions about your individual risk.
Important Information for PHC Visitors and Patients
- If you have a cough, fever, or shortness of breath, we ask that you call our main line, 406-258-4789 before visiting one of our facilities.
- All patients and visitors will be asked several questions related to COVID-19 symptoms prior to entering facilities. We ask that you please arrive at least 10 minutes early to your appointment.
- In an effort to decrease exposure to illness, all PHC group meetings are being postponed. If you participate in a PHC meeting or group, we will reach out to you directly with more specific information.
- Our Patient-Family Advisory Council gathers have been postponed until further notice.
- Our Clothing Closet will be closed until further notice.
- Missoula Aging services appointments at Partnership Health Center are now cancelled with opportunities for phone calls as needed. Please call (406) 258-4519 with any questions or concerns.
- If you currently participate in behavioral health services, please note that all visits have moved to phone check-ins until further notice.
- Dental Services at our main facility (The Creamery Building) will now treat only dental emergencies or urgent dental needs until further notice. If you are unsure if your need is urgent, please call our main line at 406-258-4185.
- Pharmacy services will continue as normal until further notice.
Satellite Locations
- Our satellite clinic at Western Montana Mental Health Center will be closed until further notice.
- Our satellite clinic at the Poverello Center will have limited staff and will be coordinating closely with our Creamery clinic.
- Our satellite clinic in Superior, MT will postpone dental services until further notice. Behavioral health visits will be postponed or conducted remotely. We will be contacting patients to discuss rescheduling or remote visit options.
- Our satellite clinic in Seeley, MT (Seeley Swan Medical Center): If you have a cough, fever, or shortness of breath, please call 406-677-2277 before visiting our facility. All patients will be asked several questions related to COVID-19 symptoms before entering this facility - we ask that you please arrive 10 minutes early for this reason. Dental Services at SSMC will now treat only dental emergencies or urgent dental needs until further notice. If you are unsure if your need is urgent, please call 677-2277.
- Our satellite clinic at Lowell School will be closed until further notice.
Thank you for your understanding and patience as we take every precaution to ensure the health and safety of our patients, caregivers, and community.
