Live Well and Learn Well
Health care and education are two key pillars supporting quality of life in Northwest Colorado; residents live well and learn well in our region. State-of-the-art facilities and top-flight practitioners together assure comprehensive healthcare quality from routine to specialized medical care, and emergency care.
Our educational systems are also focused on quality from preschool to higher education, fostering academic excellence, innovation and lifelong learning.
Health Care
The region’s robust and accessible healthcare infrastructure provides comprehensive health services, through hospitals, medical clinics, and healthcare organizations located across the region, making it easy to find the right quality care close to home.
While the region’s medical groups, clinics and practitioners offer a range of essential medical services, critical access hospitals assure access to emergency care and inpatient services as well as outpatient treatments. Whether it’s a routine checkup or advanced medical treatment, regional providers strive to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the entire community. The quality of our medical care has drawn national awards while drawing patients from well beyond the three-county area.
Explore our regional medical assets:
UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center
YVMC is a 34-bed acute care hospital providing sophisticated medical services to more than 51,000 patients annually. Learn more.
Steamboat Medical Group
Offering comprehensive medical services including primary care, urgent care, and specialty services in Steamboat Springs. Learn more.
Yampa Valley Medical Associates
Providing family medicine and internal medicine services in Steamboat Springs. Learn more.
Northwest Colorado Health
A nonprofit organization offering a wide range of health services, including primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services with locations in Steamboat Springs and Oak Creek. Learn more.
Pioneers Medical Center
A critical access hospital and medical clinic offering a full range of medical services in Meeker. Learn more.
Rangely District Hospital
A critical access hospital providing medical services to the Rangely community. Learn more.
Memorial Regional Health
A comprehensive healthcare system offering hospital services, primary care, specialty care, and rehabilitation services in Craig. Learn more.
Moffat Family Clinic
Providing family medicine and primary care services in Craig. Learn more.
Education
Learners of all ages and at all stages are well-served in the northwestern Colorado region. From early childhood education to higher education and professional development, our education assets deliver the quality and innovation for world-class learning.
At the K-12 level, school districts provide comprehensive educational programming that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and community engagement. Along with a rich array of academic, extracurricular, and support services, our programs ensure that our students graduate high school college- and career-ready.
Two Colleges, Three Campus, Countless Programs
Whether students are seeking an academic pathway or ready career skills, the region’s two higher education institutions—Colorado Mountain College and Colorado Northwestern Community College—provide diverse options. From associate and bachelor’s degrees to certificate programs to workforce training and professional development, these institutions provide accessible pathways for every student’s career and life goals.
Also, the collaborative triad of educational organizations, community partners, and local businesses foster a dynamic learning environment that can include internships and experiential learning opportunities giving students the chance to gain real-world experience.
Take a closer look at our area’s educational assets:
Steamboat Springs School District
The Steamboat Springs School District offers comprehensive K-12 education to students in Steamboat Springs and surrounding areas, focusing on academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. Learn more.
Colorado Mountain College - Steamboat Springs
Colorado Mountain College's Steamboat Springs campus provides a range of higher education programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, and workforce training, serving students seeking to advance their education and career goals. Learn more.
Northwest Colorado BOCES
Northwest Colorado BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services) collaborates with school districts across Routt and Moffat County to provide specialized educational services, professional development opportunities, and cooperative purchasing programs. Learn more.
Meeker School District
The Meeker School District offers educational programs from preschool through 12th grade, emphasizing academic achievement, character development, and community involvement, serving students in the town of Meeker and surrounding areas. Learn more.
Rangely School District
The Rangely School District provides K-12 education to students in the Town of Rangely and surrounding areas, focusing on academic excellence, career readiness, and student well-being. Learn more.
Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) - Main Campus
CNCC’s main campus in Rangely provides associate degrees, certificate programs, and workforce training, including popular programs such as Aviation Technology, Aviation Maintenance and Allied Health. Learn more.
Moffat County School District
The Moffat County School District serves students in Moffat County, offering a comprehensive K-12 education that prepares students for success in college, career, and life through rigorous academic programs and extracurricular opportunities. Learn more.
Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) - Craig Campus
CNCC’s Craig campus provides a variety of educational opportunities, including associate degrees, certificate programs, and workforce training, serving students seeking to enhance their skills and advance their careers. See more here. Learn more.