Primary care services will end at the First Choice Healthcare Colona Clinic on December 5, 2025, as announced by the Henry County Health Department and First Choice Healthcare. Despite this change, public health and WIC services will continue at the 103 1st Street location. Health Department Administrator Duane Stevens expresses gratitude for community support, adding that the decision is part of a wider effort to navigate financial challenges facing rural healthcare. Staff from the Colona clinic will transition to other First Choice locations in Kewanee and Toulon. Patients are assured of a smooth transition to new providers. For details, contact 309-792-4011.
“This decision wasn’t easy, states Health Department Public Health Administrator, Duane Stevens. We assure a seamless transition for our Colona patients. We remain committed to ensuring our patients have continuity of care as our team is transitioning services and clients to new providers.”
Stevens adds, “The decision comes as the Health Department and First Choice Healthcare work to navigate persistent financial pressures facing rural health care systems and prioritizes its long-term sustainability and core service offerings.”
