Robin’s leadership has helped transform the lives of many young people. One of Robin’s most significant achievements was the establishment of Tandem, a Teen Prenatal & Parenting Program which provides comprehensive support for young parents, from prenatal care and housing to education and job training. This groundbreaking multi-agency initiative has improved the health outcomes of young parents and their children.
In addition to her instrumental role in shaping Tandem, Robin helped establish People’s Integrated Behavioral Health Department and the Integrative Pain Management Program (IPMP). IPMP provides comprehensive mental health services and offers alternatives to opioid use to help patients manage chronic pain effectively. Her advocacy for holistic care has fostered a healing community.
After nearly thirty years of dedicated service, Robin will be retiring. Her tenure has been marked by an enduring commitment to our clinic’s mission, a commitment that has had a profound and lasting impact on our community.
Reflecting on her years at the clinic, Robin shared that the most rewarding aspect of her job was her interaction with the patients—admiring their resilience and drawing inspiration from their courage. She often shared heartwarming stories of patients who, despite trauma they have experienced in the past, are leading fulfilling lives. She also highlighted the importance of staff in fostering successful outcomes, emphasizing that “staff morale and wellness are equal priorities along with productivity because without them, we have no clinic.”
When asked about the key to success in her work, Robin pointed to empathy, a good sense of humor, and the ability not to take oneself too seriously, given the serious nature of their work.
Here’s to Robin Rosell—a true pioneer and an unwavering advocate for both patients and staff. Thank you, Robin, for your years of service and dedication!