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Latino Regional Health Network Meetings
Make sure to keep in touch with the Latino Coalition for a Healthy California for the most up-to-date information on the California budget and its effects on Latino health.
If you are interested in becoming a member of one of our Latino Regional Health Networks,
please email us at lchc@lchc.org
Presents
“A Watershed Moment: Protecting the San Gabriel River”
May 25, 2011
7:00 P.M. At the Eaton Canyon Nature Center
1750 North Altadena Drive
Pasadena
The San Gabriel Mountains represent almost 70% of the open space in Los Angeles County and are in the largest “urban” forest in the nation. 10 million people live within an hour’s drive of these mountains, which provide opportunities for recreation and physical activity, as well as education, spirituality, and an escape from the stresses of urban life. The San Gabriel watershed provides about 1/3 of the drinking water for local communities and is a critical source of environmental benefits such as clean air and clean water.
The San Gabriel Valley is ethnically and economically diverse. Unfortunately, people of color do not enjoy equal access to the region's recreation and natural space resources. Latinos are nearly 50% of the population, but only 11% of visitors to Angeles National Forest are Latinos. While 25% of residents are Asian, less than 5% of Angeles visitors are Asian. Only 1% of Angeles visitors and 0% of visitors to wilderness areas in the forest are black.
LCHC and Government Action and Information Institute Capitol Informational Briefing
"Unhealthy, Inequitable and Unsustainable: The Imperative to Improve Environments
in Latino Communities"
March 30, 2011
Event Materials
Presentation:
"Patterns of Regional(In)Equity for Latinos and Others in the Capital Region and the San Joaquin Valley"
Jonathan London, Ph.D. Director of the Center for Regional Change, UC Davis
Presentation:
"Creating Healthier Urban Environments for Latinos"
Carolina Guzman, Program Director, Prevention InstitutePresentation:
"Race, Place and Economics: Community Investment Strategies to Create Equity in Latino Communities" Rubén Lizardo, Associate Director at Policy Link
Presentation:
"Creating Healthier Environments by Empowering Latinos" (Coming soon)
Genoveva Islas-Hooker, Program Director, Central California Regional Obesity Program
LHA Policy Briefing
"Healthcare Reform Implementation:
A New Era for Health Access and Opportunity for Latinos in California"
January 26, 2011
Event Materials
COFEM: Healthcare Reform Overview
Presentation:Insure the Uninsured Project: "Federal Halth Reform In California."
Latinos And Mental Health:
Reducing the Disparities Policy Briefing -April 29, 2010, State Capitol
Policy Briefing: “Latinos and Mental Health: Reducing the Disparities"
Additional Policy Reports:
Building Partnerships: Conversations with Communities
Building Partnerships: Conversations with Migrant Workers
Building Partnerships: Conversations with Parent Advocates
Latino Health Alliance Policy Briefing and Reception -October 19, 2009, State Capitol
Policy Briefing: “The Health Status of Latinos in California:
the State Budget, Federal Health Reform, and Beyond”
Reception: welcoming Thomas A. Saenz, President and General Counsel for MALDEF,
and honoring Senator Gil Cedillo, Los Angeles- D
Latinos and Mental Health:
A Closer Look at the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) -July 13, 2009, State Capitol
The second installment of LCHC's Mental Health Briefing provided an overview of the needs of California's Latino community as it relates to mental health, provided an update on the Mental Health Services Act from the Latino perspective and identified ways for the community to advance the issue.
Click Here for video of LCHC's
Latinos and Mental Health: A Closer Look at the MHSA
Workforce Diversity Briefing - May 28, 2008, State Capitol
The Healthcare Workforce Diversity Advisory Council will host a legislative briefing to address the increasing need for diversity in health professions. Following three public hearings held throughout the state, the Council prioritized short-term policy recommendations in a report that will be presented to policymakers, staff and the public.
Latinos and Mental Health:
A Look at the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) - June 5th, 2008, State Capitol
Today, California’s Latinos are among the fastest growing segment of the state’s population, yet the issue of mental health still remains largely misunderstood and even taboo in the Latino community. This misunderstanding is compounded by issues related to language barriers, access to services and insurance coverage, and lack of culturally appropriate care. Unfortunately, California’s Latinos have higher prevalence rates in chronic conditions, proven to lead to anxiety and even depression. Clearly our physical health is linked to our mental health and well-being. Join us to learn more about Latinos and the issue of mental health, including an update on the Mental Health Services Act. Event Flyer
LCHC's 2007 Statewide Conference
Inspirando Cambio: Leading the Way to Healthy Communities
November 9, 2007, The California Endowment's Center for Healthy Communites
LCHC is the leading organized voice for policies, services, and conditions to improve the health of Latinos. As such, LCHC is hosting a conference entitled “Inspirando Cambio: Leading the Way to Healthy Communities”. Convening advocates, community leaders, and policymakers, LCHC's Conference provides a forum for stakeholders to discuss local and statewide efforts that aim to increase access to health care and improve the social and physical environments that shape health behaviors and outcomes. Recognizing that 2007 has historic opportunities to advance a health agenda, the LCHC Conference will challenge participants to utilize opportunities gained and lead the state to healthy communities. Conference Brochure
