“When I first received the training I wanted to make a difference in my family. I then joined the health promotores to support the health and wellbeing of my community. -promotoras 2021”
— Promotoras 2021
HEALTH
Working Together for Healthy Communities
Our health programs provide education, familial support, orientation and counseling for our most impacted communities.
Why It Matters
The Salinas Valley is medically underserved and our communities lack access to quality healthcare which allows preventable diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and certain types of cancer to become chronic illnesses. However, CCA’s Promotores de Salud program is designed to bring preventative health care and mental health resources to those most in need.
What You Can Do With CCA
Our health programs offer hands-on training from skilled health service providers to help families and individuals
- Learn about common health challenges including chronic illnesses, mental health issues, and youth violence
- Discover nutrition advice, exercise tips, and other ways to stay physically healthy
- Get resources for managing stress and addressing mental health conditions
- Share guidance with family and neighbors to manage physical and mental health
- Understand challenges facing teens, from peer pressure to gang activity
- Learn strategies for parenting and effective family communication
Our Impact
Our Programs
Promotoras de Salud Blurb
Our Promotores de Salud program is a seven week session focused on preventative health education, mental health resources and leadership development. Participants graduate from this program with the ability to help and heal their communities.
Strong Families
Strong Families is a five week program focused on family values, communication styles, stress management, and parenting methods. Participants are equipped with strategies to benefit themselves, their families and their communities
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“This is yet another testimonial quote about how great their experience was and how CCA helped them with their specific issue and why they are thrilled with the services they received.”
— First Lastname
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question you don’t see below?
Contact us and let us know how we can help.
Do I have to pay to be in the Promotoras de Salud or Strong Families programs?
There is no charge, we are here to support.
Which program is the best fit for me?
Promotores of health and promotores of strong families are two different options. One focuses on individual health such as nutrition, diabetes prevention and intervention. Promotores of strong families the workshop is to prevent abuse within a family, evaluate parenting styles by finding healthier ways to parent.
Are these training sessions for everyone in the community to join?
Anyone who wants to make a change in their communities are welcomed.
What are the times and how many sessions?
The times and sessions vary depending on the times that work best for participants.
What are the requirements to become a member?
Have the willingness to take initiative in their community.