Molina Healthcare of Utah and Valley Behavioral Health Bring Community Together Through Summer Resource Event in Salt Lake City
Molina Media Contact: Rhonda Frazier, Rhonda.Frazier@MolinaHealthCare.Com, (562) 980-3849
Valley Behavioral Health Media Contact: Riley Coughlin, rcoughlin@lovecomm.net, (413) 883-9441
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, June 5, 2026 – Molina Healthcare of Utah (“Molina”) and Valley Behavioral Health kicked off the summer season by hosting a Community BBQ and Resource Fair on Tuesday, June 2. The event brought together residents, community-based organizations, and health advocates to support individuals and families across Salt Lake City.
In Utah, nearly half of adults and more than half of youth are unable to access needed behavioral healthcare. Through this event, Molina and Valley Behavioral Health helped close that gap by connecting Utahns to essential tools, services, and care, right in their neighborhood.
“Strengthening behavioral healthcare starts with meeting people where they are,” said Jared Sanford, president and chief executive officer of Valley Behavioral Health. “Through our partnership with Molina, we are equipping individuals with the connections to ensure more people know how to access the resources and care they need for better health outcomes.”
Held at Valley Behavioral Health’s Adult Outpatient Center in North Valley, the event welcomed several hundred attendees and more than 15 community partners, providing access to behavioral health resources, social services, and local support networks. Participants also enjoyed a complimentary meal, connected with community resources, and received summer kits filled with hygiene products, snacks, sunscreen, and first aid supplies.
“Strong communities are built through meaningful partnerships with trusted, local organizations,” said Brandon Hendrickson, plan president of Molina Healthcare of Utah. “Working alongside Valley Behavioral Health, this event reflects our shared commitment to understanding and addressing the needs of Salt Lake City residents.”
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Molina Healthcare of Utah
Molina Healthcare of Utah, Inc. provides government-funded, quality healthcare, serving members through Medicaid, Medicare, and Marketplace programs in Utah. Through its locally operated health plans, Molina Healthcare, Inc., a Fortune 500 company, provides managed healthcare services under the Medicaid and Medicare programs, and through state insurance marketplaces. For more information about Molina Healthcare of Utah, visit MolinaHealthcare.com.
Valley Behavioral Health
Valley Behavioral Health is a leading provider of mental health services, offering individualized therapy, mental health services, and personalized treatment methods. With over 40 years of experience, Valley Behavioral Health has successfully helped thousands of adults, children, and families in need. For more information, visit www.ValleyCares.com.