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Congratulations to the first graduating class of Santa Barbara County’s Pediatric Concurrent Care Program, Partners for Kids! CenCal Health recently had the honor of hosting a graduation ceremony for 50 dedicated healthcare professionals from nine local organizations who completed a yearlong training program to support seriously ill children and their families. The program offers comprehensive and compassionate care for children from birth to age 21.   “We are excited to introduce Partners for Kids to families in our community,” said Kieran Shah, CHPCA, President and CEO of VNA Health, and Chair of CenCal Health’s Board of Directors. “This program represents a holistic approach to pediatric care that prioritizes not only the treatment of the disease but also the well-being of the child and family. Our goal is to ensure that children with complex medical conditions receive the best possible care at every stage of their journey.”   💙 Learn more about Partners for Kids and resources available to support throughout a child’s treatment journey: https://bit.ly/3EH1lZu   #Healthcare #CenCalHealth #PartnersForKids #PediatricConcurrenCareProgram #PediatricHealthcare

This February, we honor the rich history, culture, and achievements of Black Americans. In Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, the legacy and invaluable contributions of African Americans are deeply embedded in our communities. From local healthcare leaders to advocates for equity, their inspiring achievements motivate us every day. In partnership, we remain committed to building a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system for all. 🖤❤️💛💚 #BlackHistoryMonth #HealthEquity #CommunityStrength #HealthCareHeroes #CenCalHealth

One of our incredible CalAIM partners, Doctors Without Walls - Santa Barbara Street Medicine (DWW), is changing the lives of individuals who are chronically homeless in Santa Barbara County. In partnership with CenCal Health, DWW is projected to double the number of CenCal Health members they are providing Enhanced Care Management services for this year. Through this CalAIM benefit, DWW’s clients receive additional support and coordination from a dedicated care team to address their complex medical and social needs. Learn more about the important work the organization is doing in our communities in a recent interview with Executive Director of DWW, Maggie Sanchez, and our CEO, Marina Owen: https://bit.ly/40NT5hR   #CenCalHealth #Healthcare #SantaBarbara #CalAIM #DoctorsWithoutWallsSantaBarbaraStreetMedicine #DWW #EnhancedCareManagement

This week, our leadership team is participating in the Insure the Uninsured Project’s (ITUP) Annual Conference, where they are joined by healthcare policy experts from across the state to explore the fundamental topic of health equity. ITUP’s mission is to promote innovative and community-informed policy solutions that expand access to equitable health care and improve the health of all Californians. 💜 Together, we are developing innovative strategies to bridge the gap between health coverage and quality access to care.   #CenCalHealth #HealthEquity #ITUP2025 #AdvancingEquityITUPConference #FromCoverageToAccess #HealthcareAccess #California

CenCal Health recently had the privilege of hosting our healthcare partners for a special continuing medical education session on long COVID and other infection-associated chronic conditions. 🌟 It was an insightful morning at our Santa Barbara headquarters, as Dr. David Putrino shared groundbreaking research on assessment and management strategies. A heartfelt thank you to The Chesley Initiative the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, and all the incredible organizers for making this session possible! Together, we're paving the way for better health outcomes. 💪💙 #Healthcare #CenCalHealth #ChesleyInitiative #LongCOVID #MedicalEducation

It was a wonderful, family-filled day last Friday, as our Engagement Liaisons connected with community members and local organizations at the Community Resource Fair and Flu Vaccine Clinic in Paso Robles. 💙 Attendees received food supplies, help with applying for social service programs, access to important healthcare resources, and no-cost flu vaccines. 🚑 A huge shoutout to Corazon Latino CC, Community Health Centers of the Central Coast, Inc., SLO Food Bank, Paso Robles Housing Authority, and Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey for making this event possible! ✨ #Healthcare #CenCalHealth #CommunityResouceFair #FamilyHealth #ResourceFair 

What an inspiring day for the Coalition for Upward Mobility! 🌟 CenCal Health was honored to support our coalition partners in planning the inaugural Upward Mobility Summit, which addressed poverty in Santa Barbara County.   Friday’s event featured keynote speaker, Mathew Desmond, discussions on policy and advocacy, and conversations with our community partners, local leaders, and elected officials about collaborating to reduce poverty in our communities. Together, we are launching a two-year initiative to create meaningful change in our county!    Thank you to CommUnify for leading these initiatives and to all staff at Santa Barbara City College and Allan Hancock College for allowing us to bring all participants of the coalition together for this inspiring event.    #Healthcare #CenCalHealth #UpwardMobilitySummit #CoalitionForUpwardMobility #SantaBarbara #Community #CommUnify

Recuperative Care is one of the Community Supports offered to Medi-Cal members. Community-based organizations offering Recuperative Care beds provide a stable, clean place for people experiencing homelessness to receive medical care coordination following a hospitalization or physical illness or injury. Good Samaritan Shelter’s Recuperative Care program changed the life of James, who suffered in pain for years before receiving much-needed help

At CenCal Health, we are dedicated to developing and expanding healthcare capacity on the Central Coast. Two multimillion-dollar programs supporting the region’s health care needs are currently at work – the Quality Care Incentive Program (QCIP) and the Medi-Cal Capacity, Access and Workforce Development Grant Program. “To have communities that truly thrive, quality health care needs to be available to those in need,” said CenCal Health CEO Marina Owen. “Launching these groundbreaking initiatives – under the direction of our Board of Directors and with the support of our local provider partners – marks a significant milestone in our shared commitment to improve access and equity in healthcare on the Central Coast.”    View the full press release to learn more about these impactful programs: https://bit.ly/4jry3xU #Healthcare #CenCalHealth #WorkforceDevelopment #SantaBarbaraCountyHealthcare #SanLuisObispoCountyHealthcare #CentralCoast #Community #PressRelease

Today, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reflect on the profound impact of his vision for equality and justice. Dr. King’s dream encompassed access to opportunities for all individuals, emphasizing health equity as essential. 💙 We thank our community partners for their dedication to advancing this critical work. Everyone deserves quality healthcare and safe environments. At CenCal Health, we are proud to support services and programs that promote positive health outcomes for our neighbors. Together, we can build healthier communities. #MLKDay #HealthEquity #CenCalHealh #MartinLutherKingJr