About VHI

Purpose

To protect, promote and restore people’s health by preventing disease and promoting healthy nutritional choices and behavior across the life span.

Goals

• Provide health education to the public
• Offer health promotion programs and services
• Influence the creation of beneficial health policies at all levels of the community

Objectives

• Create awareness of healthy living practices
• Identify and deliver culturally acceptable services that foster healthy living
• Develop partnerships with community leaders to foster healthy communities
• Formulate programs that encourage positive behavior changes that improve nutrition status and health

VHI is led by Dr. Joe Tarkon, a public health physician with over 30 years of experience. He is supported by a vibrant team of volunteers with a wide range of skills and experience who are passionate about the vision of VHI.