HEYA! Trades Fair Brings Students and Local Trades Together in Monte Vista

On April 2, 2025, the Health Equity Youth Alliance (HEYA!) hosted a Trades Fair at the Ski Hi Event Center in Monte Vista, Colorado. The event welcomed students from Centennial High School in San Luis, Mountain Valley High School in Saguache, Moffat High School, and local homeschool programs. Youth had the opportunity to explore career paths in the trades through hands-on activities, demonstrations, and conversations with professionals from across the San Luis Valley. Local vendors represented a wide range of industries offering students a closer look at the many skilled trades that help shape their communities.

Senior Health and Resource Fair Connects Community in Center

On March 31st, SLV AHEC and HEART of Saguache hosted a Senior Health and Resource Fair at the Catholic Church in Center, Colorado. The event offered health screenings, informational presentations, and access to local resources focused on senior health and well-being. Attendees also received giveaways and were provided with lunch all while learning about services and supports available to help them thrive.

Saguache Celebrates Grand Opening of Healing Hearts Pantry, Community Food Bank

On February 27th, Healing Hearts Pantry opened its doors to the community of Saguache. This foodbank will become a vital source to help ensure that no one in our community goes hungry. With a commitment to dignity and accessibility, the food bank will offer a welcoming space where residents can access essential items while fostering a stronger, more resilient community.

Healing Hearts Pantry is a collaborative effort between the HEART of Saguache and SLV AHEC. HEART is the sponsoring location and will manage the volunteers while SLV AHEC will keep the budget and manage the grants for this project. The Pantry is a part of the Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado network. 

Healing Hearts Pantry is open on Thursdays 1–4PM. 

Access to the Pantry is available Monday-Saturday between the hours of 9 AM and 7 PM by contacting Laurie Vigil of HEART of Saguache at (719) 580-6145. 

Healing Hearts Pantry can be accessed at the HEART of Saguache Office:

210 5th St, Saguache, CO 81149