About Us

Government and public affairs

The government and public affairs team at Providence St. Joseph Health serves as a voice for the voiceless, speaking up to support human dignity and health care for all. Our work has a special focus on serving those who are poor and vulnerable. Together, our team manages and coordinates all advocacy on behalf of our seven-state family of organizations. 

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Vice President, Government and Public Affairs

Federal

Jacquelyn Bombard
Director, Federal Relations

Alaska

California

Michael Tou
Director, Government Relations

Rochelle Silsbee
Director, Public Affairs

Oregon

Jessica Adamson 
Director, Government Relations

Kristen Downey
State Advocacy Program Manager

Texas/New Mexico

Steve Beck
Vice President, Administration, Covenant Health

Emily Ford
State Advocacy Program Manager 

Washington and Montana

Kristen Federici
Director, Government Relations

Lauren Platt
State Advocacy Program Manager