Copa Health

Healthiest Employers is an award given to companies that put a priority on employee health and wellness. It is a survey, sponsored by Cigna, and is administered through Business Journals across the country. It rewards organizations that promote physical well-being, mental health, and work/life balance. This is the third year that Copa Health has been acknowledged. #copastrong #morethanmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #youmatter #copacommunity #copacares  

Copa’s Community Day Services program focuses on building personal, social, and pre-employment competencies, enabling adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live full and productive lives. Our adult services provide services tailored to individual needs. We emphasize the development of daily living skills and social skills by offering a variety of programs for special needs adults. These programs include community integration opportunities, experiential learning, and access to community resources. Copa Health’s day programs for adults with disabilities promote community engagement and awareness, giving individuals the chance to participate in volunteerism, recreational activities, social skills practice, and educational activities. copastrong #morethanmentalhealth #intellectualdisabilities #developmentaldisabilities #IDDsupport #copacommunity #disabilityawareness #copacares #communitydayservices #dayprograms

Have you thought about joining Copa Health in Utah? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Director to oversee our 16-bed youth residential program and our Integrated Outpatient Clinic serving children, adolescents, and adults in Magna and Murray, Utah. The Program Director will lead a high-performance team, ensuring efficient and effective operations, and manage staff performance and strategic initiatives in alignment with Copa Health’s core values. This role requires a strong commitment to improving mental health outcomes and fostering a supportive environment for both members and staff. Sounds like you? A recruiter would love to speak with you today! https://lnkd.in/eshRKy8F

"My children and I were happy to be a part of this event." Monica Lopez, Program Coordinator at Copa's Murray, Utah integrated healthcare clinic brought her family and was joined by Case Manager Paola Salmon at Utah’s largest Chalk Art Festival. The event raises awareness and support for Utah’s children in foster care. More than 100 of Utah’s most talented chalk artists, including renowned 3D artists from around the country, transformed Thanksgiving Point’s Electric Park into a vibrant canvas of creativity. #copacommunity #copautah #copacares

“Copa has provided a perfect solution for our son to live independently in the community. He has his own lease and has supports around him. This innovative approach helps him live his best life. I hope the community supports the creation of more Lighthouses as there is a dire need.” - Laurie Goldstein #copastrong #morethanmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #youmatter #copacommunity #copacares

Copa Health CEO Shar Najafi-Piper, Ph.D. and Jean Kalbacher, CEO of United Healthcare Community Plan of Arizona were co-presenters at last week’s 25th Annual Summer Institute hosted by ASU, School of Social Work. The name of their presentation was “Innovating Residential Integrated Care for IDD Adolescents,” and featured the opening of a youth residential treatment facility operated by Copa Health. Opening in 2024, the 24-bed facility is designed to fill a gap in care for complex youth who require integrated care in a residential facility. UHC provided substantial support for the project, targeted at reducing higher-cost hospital stays and homelessness and providing a safe therapeutic environment for these youth in their home state and close to family and support systems. Support was also provided by Mercy Care and AZ DES, Division of Developmental Disabilities. The well-attended Summer Institute is one of the largest social work conferences in the state and features recognized experts, professionals, and leaders in the field. This year’s conference focused on equity and innovation in practice settings, featuring evidence-based presentations that highlighted creative and innovative approaches to delivering effective care to diverse and under-represented community members. Pictured are Dr. Shar Najafi-Piper, Jean Kalbacher, Copa Chief of Staff Stacy Garner, Copa Board Member Dr. Don Fowls and Joel Conger of Connections AZ.

Building technology with purpose! 🌟 At Copa Health, we're dedicated to creating impactful solutions that serve the most vulnerable in our society. We are honored to have Ashok Kumar, Copa’s Senior Director of System and Data Engineering leading a team that truly makes a difference. Technology is a game-changer for underserved communities, and with Copa Health, we're harnessing its power to provide integrated health solutions. Together, we’re making strides in supporting individuals with developmental, intellectual, and behavioral challenges. Let’s create a brighter future, one step at a time. #TechForGood #CopaHealth #IntegratedHealth #Innovation #HealthcareTech #ServeWithHeart #EmpowerThroughTech #AshokKumar #MakeADifference #copastrong #IDDawareness #inclusivecommunity #celebratedifferences

I am excited to announce that Brett Behan has accepted the position of Vice President of Housing and Community Support Services. Brett brings with him extensive experience in operations, quality, change implementation, and nursing leadership. He is a transformative, strategic, and collaborative leader skilled in developing teams and driving results at both the facility and organizational levels. Brett will oversee current projects underway, including the La Victoria Commons LIHTC in Tempe after it is built, the Bower Park transitional housing facility in Phoenix, and the youth residential facility, Copa Voyager Center, in Mesa. In addition to Housing/CSS, he will also lead Copa’s Utah facilities. Originally from Toronto, Ontario Canada, Brett received his nursing degree from York University in Toronto and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Most recently, he worked as the chief operating officer over two hospitals for Banner Health. In his downtime, he loves to travel the world, with Cape Town, South Africa, being one of his favorite destinations. He enjoys re-energizing by riding a spin bike and spending time with his dog, Riley. He has seven nieces and nephews in Toronto and frequently makes quick trips to visit them and watch them grow. Please join me in welcoming Brett to the Copa Health team! --Dr. Shar Najafi-Piper, CEO Copa Health

"While July is known as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, we strive continuously to find more equitable and culturally competent approaches to mental health support and care. As we all know, mental health disorders do not discriminate against age, gender, race, ethnicity, or identity. Thank you for being a part of supporting inclusive and compassionate care for those we serve." --Dr. Shar Najafi-Piper, CEO, Copa Health #copastrong #morethanmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #youmatter #copacommunity #copacares

Amanda is a registered nurse at Copa Health's Youth Residential Facility in Magna, Utah, helping those who are experiencing behavioral health challenges including neglect, abuse, and substance use disorder. Many of the youth who come to Copa for help didn't grow up in a stable home environment. The early childhood trauma many of them have experienced has led to destructive behaviors in their teenage years. But, at Copa Health, we believe we can help them begin the process of building a solid foundation that includes life skills. During their stay with us, they will take part in individual and group therapy, learn psychosocial skills, express themselves in art therapy, take part in fitness & wellness programming, study with on-site school aides, and receive medication management. If you or someone you know has a child who needs help, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at Copa Health. We have a team of navigators who are ready to help guide you through the process. #copastrong #morethanmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #youmatter #copacommunity #copacares