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1996 — Redefining Same-Day Access

Cache Year
1996
Cache Location
6825 University Ave
Middleton, WI 53562

Willy Street Co-op is a cooperative grocery store that is owned by customers who invest in the business. They are guided by Eight Cooperative Principles. Everyone can shop at the Co-op, but Owners receive extra benefits. Willy Street Co-op has also been a member-owner of GHC-SCW for over 21 years.

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Celebrating Year 1996

In 1996, GHC-SCW launched Open Access scheduling, allowing members to be seen the same day they requested care. At a time when traditional appointment systems often led to long waits, this approach reduced wait times and improved patient convenience.   

Open Access later evolved into an innovative appointment-based urgent care model, allowing patients to schedule urgent visits rather than waiting in a crowded lobby when they were not feeling well. That evolution reflected GHC-SCW’s continued focus on making care more responsive and patient-centered. 

Why it matters: Timely access reduces stress and improves outcomes. The commitment to reducing wait times in 1996 continues to shape how GHC-SCW designs its scheduling systems today. 

This Cache’s Prize Drawing

Everyone who finds and registers this cache by September 29 will be entered for a chance to win this $100 prize.

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Prize for Cache Year 1996
$100 Food Fight Gift Card

Food Fight Restaurant Group is a collection of over 15 unique, locally owned restaurant concepts. From burgers and burritos to upscale Italian and steak, they strive to provide diverse dining experiences to suit the evolving tastes of the local community. Food Fight has been a loyal member-owner of GHC-SCW for over 12 years! This gift card can be used at any Food Fight Restaurant Group location!

Drawing Date: September 29
Prize Value: $100
How to Enter: Find and register this cache by the end of the campaign.
One winner will be selected from everyone who registered this cache.