Facility Type:

Community Health Center

Community Type:

Frontier

Community/Service Population:

0 - 2,500 / 0 - 2,500

Community Information:

Nestled in the heart of the John Day River Territory, Fossil is a charming small town surrounded by natural beauty and rich history. Fossil offers a safe, welcoming community with excellent schools,, and a small-town charm that makes it an ideal place to call home. Whether you’re raising a family or looking for a peaceful retreat, you’ll find a close-knit community with a high quality of life. 

Fossil is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, and fossil hunting. Whether you’re exploring the rugged John Day River or hiking the scenic trails of the John Day Fossil Beds, there’s always an adventure waiting just outside your door.

Community Selling Points:

Recreational Opportunities, Climate, Community Need/Support of Health Professional

3RNET Network Coordinator
Contact Information:

Trixie Lacas
Oregon Office of Rural Health
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd

Portland, OR 97201-3098
Tel: 971-235-6827
ortizt@ohsu.edu
Oregon Office of Rural Health

J-1 Contact Information:

Dia Shuhart
Oregon Health Authority/Primary Care Office
1225 Ferry St., SE
First Floor
Salem, OR 97301
Tel: 503-373-0364