Bridge Community Health Clinic to Start Renovations after Impact100 Grant

Bridge Community Health Clinic to Start Renovations after Impact100 Grant

by | Apr 9, 2026 | Bridge Community Clinic

Bridge Community Health Clinic to Start Renovations after Impact100 Grant

Bridge Community Health Clinic was the winner of the 2024 Impact100 $100,00 grant and they’re ready to put that money to good use.

In three weeks, they’ll start construction to repurpose the original dental clinic and use the space to it’s full potential.

That makes the first of it’s kind in the area to offer medical, dental, and behavioral services all in one building.

“We really want our patients especially our more complicated patients who need that whole team to come and feel like they’re being cared for in a space that respects their journey,” said Jen Smith, Executive Director with Bridge Community Health Clinic. “We knew with the services we already provide, we could provide care in a totally different way than other organizations in the area. It really respects all the different factors that impact somebody’s health and well-being.”

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How Wisconsin Health Care Centers would be affected by Potential Cuts to Medicaid

How Wisconsin Health Care Centers would be affected by Potential Cuts to Medicaid

by | Apr 9, 2026 | Community Health Systems

How Wisconsin Health Care Centers would be affected by Potential Cuts to Medicaid

The Trump administration’s 2026 budget proposal includes likely cuts to Medicaid and other federal health care funding. That would mean less money available for federally qualified health centers in Wisconsin like Community Health Systems, which has locations in Beloit and Darlington.

CEO Stephen Smith said around 60 percent of the patients they see rely on Medicaid, and reducing their access to health care can have negative ripple effects on local communities.

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Community Health Center Lead Earns Recognition

Community Health Center Lead Earns Recognition

by | Mar 30, 2026 | Community Health Systems

Community Health Center Lead Earns Recognition

Beloit Area Community Health Center Medical Lead Michael Potnek is to be recognized by the Medical College of Wisconsin as the college’s Interdisciplinary Colleague of the Year.

Potnek, doctor of nursing practice, will be recognized during a conference set for May.

Potnek joined Community Health Systems in 2024. He has an established career working with nonprofit organizations and community health centers. He has also fostered a relationship with medical students, and with the patients in the Beloit area.

“As the medical lead and provider at an FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center), he plays a vital role in providing care to underserved populations and ensuring there is health equity and patient-centered care,” said Stacy Reid.

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