Thanks to a generous investment from the Hellman Foundation, the San Francisco Community Clinic Consortium (SFCCC), as part of the Food for Health Collective San Francisco (FHCSF), is bringing nutrition support into the doctor’s office this holiday season.
Read MoreJoin Laurel and Abhi as they walk you through their day to day serving at the country's oldest free medical clinic, HealthRIGHT 360! They’ll walk you through their day-to-day routine, including an inside look at their responsibilities checking in with patients, preparing for and running HealthRIGHT 360’s Food Pharmacy program, and more!
Read More“As an AmeriCorps member on the team, I’ve had the opportunity to support patients in various ways, including accompanying folks to medical or social appointments, connecting them to resources, coordinating care, and helping them complete public benefits forms. Beyond supporting patients with their medical and social needs, the moments that will stick with me the most are visits where I spent anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour sitting with a patient as they share stories, reflections, and favorite memories from their life.”
Read More“I outreach to patients who are on LAIs and ensure they get their medication injection on time. This includes making reminder calls, sending texts, writing emails, coordinating with other healthcare professionals, and even visiting patients at their place.”
Read MoreStreet Outreach Services (SOS), a program of the San Francisco Community Clinic Consortium (SFCCC), is pleased to announce a new pop-up clinic site at 33 Gough Street, an interim housing community made up of 70 tiny homes designed for San Franciscans experiencing homelessness.
Read MoreOn a recent Saturday, back-to-school season was in full swing at Equity Health, formerly known as South of Market Health Center. Over 30 families had come to the Bayview Pediatric Clinic so their children could receive vaccinations necessary to enroll in school.
Read MoreIn a world fraught with challenges, our Street Outreach Services (SOS) program was heartened to witness the transformative power of community and compassion in San Francisco when we came together with over 50 other service providers to lend a helping hand to residents experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or transitioning from homelessness to housing.
Read MoreWe’re delighted to share that our Veterinary Street Outreach Services (Vet SOS) program was recently featured as the cover story of the San Francisco Examiner!
Read MoreSFCCC’s CHW program is currently operating in eight member clinics including SFCCC’s own Street Outreach Services and Veterinary Street Outreach Services programs. So far 23 CHW/Promotoras have been placed in the community. Promotora Blanca Trujillo shares “I would like every clinic to have Promotoras working on health issues. When people can tell you are one of them, they open their heart.”
Read More“Everyday I’m discovering something new about myself and about the populations I serve. Whether that comes from learning a fresh way to best support the clinics or listening to a new patient’s incredible story of resilience, each day continues to enrich my perspective and inspire my commitment to public health and service.”
Read More“On May 9th of 2023, members in San Francisco still serving their terms held a Q&A session to share a little about their backgrounds and experiences serving with the program, as well as answered questions from attendees who've shown interest in applying.”
Read MoreThis year we are pleased to honor four of our Community Health Care Heroes - Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi; Brenda Storey, LCSW; Dan Wlodarczyk, MD; and Mary Mays, NP for their dedication to our state, city, and community
Read More“Humans of NHC” is a campaign run by the National Health Corps Program that highlights people that interact with the NHC program in any capacity. Members, Staff, Mentors, Supervisors, Clinic Staff are interviewed by an NHC Member and are asked to share about their career trajectory, their passions, challenges and advice for professionals exploring their fields.
Read MoreThe National Health Corps Application for the 2023-2024 Service Term is OPEN! Read to learn more about our program!
Read More“Although nutrition education is only one aspect of medical care that can improve overall health outcomes, it is moving to see how a simple act in handing out healthy recipes and fresh produce boxes to patients can help lead to a lasting impact on their health and well-being.”
Read More“Join NHC SF AmeriCorps members Anita and Cynthia on a "day-in-the-life" serving with the San Francisco Department of Public Health's Value-Based Care Team!”
Read More“We are all unique, equipped with distinct genetic makeups and sociocultural histories, yet amazingly similar at the same time. I believe understanding these complexities will make anyone not only a more compassionate healthcare provider, but a more understanding and forgiving human.”
Read More“People are complex and need more than just housing and money to live full, self-sustaining lives. We need a community that understands us. We need support of all forms.”
Read More“Through my experience, I have enjoyed witnessing patients benefit from our services as they progressed through their own journey from addiction to recovery.”
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