A Community Health Worker (CHW) is a trained member of our care team who helps you and your family navigate healthcare in real life. CHWs are often from the communities they serve, so they understand local barriers like transportation, schedules, cost, or finding the right resources.
CHWs don’t replace your doctor—they help you connect the dots between your visits, your goals, and the support you need to stay healthy.
CHW support may vary depending on CHW specialty, but in Safford our CHWs may help with:
Services may vary*
Services may vary*
Services may vary*
Services may vary*
Our CHWs can also help connect you to community resources in and around Safford where available, including support related to:
Ruben is here to make sure you feel supported and never left to figure things out on your own. He can help you schedule or reschedule appointments, check in on referrals, and stay on track with the next steps in your care—so nothing gets missed. Ruben also helps you and your care team stay connected, takes time to listen to what matters most to you, and helps you reach your health goals. If life is creating extra challenges, he can also connect you with local resources and support in the community.
Special focus: Peer Support • Care Navigation
Email : r.baca@cchcaz.org
Call : (928) 428-1500 ext. 3345
Welcome to Canyonlands Healthcare in Safford!
We’re excited you chose us. We make accessing healthcare easy with a one-stop shop offering dental, chiropractic, and medical services (including pediatrics), plus an on-site pharmacy. We also offer telehealth for medical and behavioral health services.
Even if you feel healthy, preventive visits help you stay that way—and most major health plans cover them at no cost.
“I have had the great pleasure of networking, coordinating care, and collaborating to meet the needs of numerous clients in our community with Ruben Baca. I have been impressed by his dedication and compassion through his ability to establish excellent rapport with patients of any culture or socioeconomic background. Ruben has served as a liaison between various programs, including Recovery Angels and Community Medical Services (CMS) and many primary care providers, including Canyonlands, to ensure seamless transition of high-quality care. He provides proactive approaches when collaborating with other professionals to ensure the needs of the client are met and tailored. I can confidently say that his expertise, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have consistently exceeded our expectations.”
“Ruben Baca is a caring individual who puts others first. He goes above and beyond to help meet the needs of the individuals he is working with. Ruben is your trusted guide in helping you navigate the healthcare system and helping you live a better quality of life.”
Need help navigating care or resources in Safford?
Call and ask to speak with a Community Health Worker.
Safety note: If you have a medical emergency, call 911.
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No. CHW support is part of your care team experience.
Yes. Copies, reading help, and gathering information. No—submitting/processing applications.
Ask us! We encourage ideas and can often accommodate new needs.
