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FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO’S<strong>ADELANTE</strong>a-de-lan-te adv. — forward, ahead APRIL/MAY 2009The 2009 Provider <strong>of</strong> Compassion award winner, Dr. Dr. Marsha Spitzer <strong>of</strong> <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>Marsha Spitzer, announces Kaiser Permanente as the 2009 presents the 2009 <strong>Health</strong>care Hero award to Dave and<strong>Health</strong>care Champion. Director, Government & Community Charlotte (not pictured) Garcia.Relations Diane Strum and Senior Vice President and AreaManager Nate Oubre accept the award on Kaiser’s behalf.YÜ|xÇwá ÉyECCLà{x YtÅ|ÄçTo honor our extraordinary donors, <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> launched our Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong>program with the first annual Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> reception on February 26, 2009. To find out more aboutthe event and how to become a part <strong>of</strong> this growing group <strong>of</strong> leaders turn to page 4!
FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGOProviding compassionate, affordable healthcare to uninsured families since 1970.<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> is a community health center network that provides medical, dental, and mentalhealthcare services to uninsured and medically underserved families. In 2008, <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> cared forover 120,000 individuals through 490,000 patient visits at our 28 locations in <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> County.2LOCATIONSBeach Area <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center3705 Mission Boulevard<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92109Beach Area Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Center3690 Mission Boulevard<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92109Chase Avenue <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center1111 W. Chase AvenueEl Cajon, CA 92020Chula Vista <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center251 Landis AvenueChula Vista, CA 91910City Heights <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center5379 El Cajon Blvd.<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113Diamond Neighborhoods <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center220 Euclid Ave., #40<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92114Downtown <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center1145 Broadway<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92101Grossmont Spring Valley <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> CenterGrossmont Spring Valley Dental ClinicEast County <strong>Family</strong> Counseling Center8788 Jamacha RoadSpring Valley, CA 91977<strong>Health</strong>y Development Services -Central1943 Main Street<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113<strong>Health</strong>y Development Services -East1234 BroadwayEl Cajon, CA 92021<strong>Health</strong> Education Department1845 Logan Avenue<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113Hillcrest Counseling Center550 Washington St., #201<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92103HIV Coordinated Service Center4040 30 th Street<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92104KidCare Express Mobile Medical Units823 Gateway Center Way<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92102Logan Heights <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> CenterLogan Heights Dental Clinic1809 National Avenue<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113North Park <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> CenterCiaccio Memorial ClinicHillcrest/ North Park Dental Clinic3544 30 th Street<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92104North Park Pediatric Clinic andDevelopment Center3514 30th Street<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92104Sherman Heights <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center2391 Island Avenue<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92102Teen <strong>Health</strong> Center1643 Logan Avenue<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113On March 31, 2009 <strong>Family</strong><strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>hosted a press conferencewith Lifesharing highlightingthe life-saving benefits <strong>of</strong>becoming an organ donor.Organ recipients shared theirstories and communitymembers showed their supportby registering to become organdonors (right). We all have the power to give life itself! Registerto become an organ donor now, by going to the Donate LifeCalifornia website:www.donatelifecalifornia.org/FHCSD<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> was proud to participatein the 25th Annual Chicano Park Day on April 27, 2009. OurHIV Coordinated Services outreach team (above left) andstaff members representing our Teen <strong>Health</strong> Center (aboveright) set up tables to spread health awareness in thecommunity.Adelante-Volume 15, Issue 2-April/May 2009Adelante is a free publication produced bimonthly by<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, 823 Gateway Center Way, <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92102GOVERNING BOARDOF DIRECTORSWayne Anderson, M.D.Scripps ClinicMargarita CarmonaCommunity RepresentativeBarbara CarrCommunity RepresentativeJose de la GarzaCommunity RepresentativeBertha GarciaMexican-AmericanParalegal/TranscriptionJanice Gilmore-SeeLa Mesa Spring ValleySchool DistrictAlberto Hayek, M.D.Whittier InstituteCathie Lester, CPATate & AssociatesRobert Mendes, M.D.PfizerSteven OlsonCommunity RepresentativeStephanie PerezCommunity RepresentativeCláudia SchwartzHR ResultsWalter ScottCommunity RepresentativeDonna ScullyCommunity RepresentativeCaptain Cesar A. Solis<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> Police DepartmentVenus ThomasShoebox AccountingADVISORY BOARDOF DIRECTORSMazda Antia, JDCooley Godward KronishKevin BarrieUnion Bank <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaAmy BerryCox CommunicationsLeslie BruceUCSD ExtensionJohn BurdickKonica MinoltaFran Butler-Cohen<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> SDJaya CummaraguntaWD-40Scott DuhsDuhs CommercialRandall FrazineJani-King <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaDavid GarciaRancho Mesa Insurance ServicesJanet HoySharp <strong>Health</strong> PlanChristine A. MessierYour VoiceMichael MamaghaniQualcommKiernan VaccaroCBIZ Benefits &Insurance ServicesAmy WakehamLeap Wireless International
Congresswoman Susan Davisand Supervisor Ron RobertsSupport City Heights Clinic<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>is honored to have the strong support<strong>of</strong> Congresswoman Susan Davis(top left) who championed a$428,000 earmark appropriation andCounty Supervisor Ron Roberts(bottom right) who helped secure a$50,000 Community Project grant,both for our City Heights <strong>Family</strong><strong>Health</strong> Center expansion project.Since its opening in 2004, our City Heights <strong>Family</strong><strong>Health</strong> Center experienced a growth <strong>of</strong> over 465% inpatient visits. With the help <strong>of</strong> ourrepresentatives, we will relocate theclinic to a much larger building just oneblock away from the current site. Themove will expand the clinic and givemedical staff the needed space to serveour rapidly growing patient population.Many thanks to Congresswoman Davis andSupervisor Roberts!Funders Join Togetherto Support New Programto Prevent Child AbuseWith the support <strong>of</strong> the California Endowment,Alliance <strong>Health</strong>care Foundation, Parker Foundation,St. Germaine Children’s Charity, McCarthy <strong>Family</strong>Foundation & <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> Foundation for Change,<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> recently initiated aground breaking community-based effort to preventincest and child sexual violence.¡Basta! - Enough!The program is called BASTA!- Breaking a Silence toAdvance. BASTA is also a Spanish word that means“Enough!” in English. BASTA! was developed aftercommunity members came to <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong><strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> asking for help to address this challengingissue. Over the next three years, the program willengage community members to raise awareness aboutincest and child sexual violence, provide opportunitiesfor adult victims to heal and learn how to protect theirown children, and provide a forum for communityorganizations to work together to improve preventionactivities and change social norms.“I was 5 days shy <strong>of</strong> getting healthcare benefits. When I needed them, theChase Avenue <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center staff was there to help.” - Rick SatrianoTwo years ago, Rick Satriano looked forward to developing his career at a new job.Unexpectedly, Rick suffered a stroke.Just 5 days shy <strong>of</strong> completing his orientation period and receiving health benefits,Rick found himself in the hospital for a six day stay. During his stay, Rick’semployer let him go. Unemployed, uninsured and with hospital bills adding up,Rick faced the daunting task <strong>of</strong> dealing with both his health and financial status.At home after the stroke, Rick had new health obstacles to overcome; he lost hisperipheral eye sight, had trouble with the right side <strong>of</strong> his body, and without carewas at risk for another stroke. With the hospital 20 miles away, gas prices throughthe ro<strong>of</strong>, and the cost <strong>of</strong> appointments out <strong>of</strong> reach without insurance, Rick neededa local economic solution for his follow up care. He remembered seeing ChaseAvenue <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center, only 4 miles away.At Chase Avenue <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Center, Dr. Tara Zandvliet was ready to help. Determined as ever, Rick kept hisfollow up appointments and is on the path to recovery. After two years <strong>of</strong> an intense plan, and a new friendship withDr. Zandvliet, Rick is feeling better. He has a new job and his health benefits began on April 27.“I’m not complaining,” says Rick. “I’m thankful. If it weren’t for the clinic I wouldn’t be able to pay my rent. Thehospital would have cost three times what I pay here and I wouldn’t have gone.”We’re glad you came to us, Rick!3
YÜ|xÇwá Éy à{x YtÅ|ÄçFirst Annual Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> Reception<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> was founded by community activists who believed that healthcare wasa fundamental need for all families. Today, we see the same activism in the spirit <strong>of</strong> our donors. To honorthose who give annually, we recently established Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong>. This exclusive donor clubrecognizes those who prioritize healthcare in their personal philanthropy.Don Doppman and RyanBradley enjoy a fewminutes <strong>of</strong> minglingbefore the presentation.To kick <strong>of</strong>f this exciting new program, we invited thisyear’s Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> members to the FirstAnnual Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> Reception on February26, 2009 at our North Park Pediatric Clinic. Guestswere treated to an insiders briefing about <strong>Family</strong><strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> from our CEO, FranButler-Cohen. 2009 Provider <strong>of</strong> Compassion awardwinner, Dr. Marsha Spitzer, <strong>of</strong> our staff also spokeabout why she enjoys working with our patients.Finally, we announced our 2009 <strong>Health</strong>careChampion and 2009 <strong>Health</strong>care Hero award winners(below).Lea Zanjani and LisaDavis came together tosupport our mission.2009 <strong>Health</strong>care Hero AwardDave & CharlotteGarciaThe 2009 <strong>Health</strong>care HeroAward was given to Dave andCharlotte (not pictured)Garcia. Dave and Char arethe owners <strong>of</strong> Rancho MesaInsurance Services and longtime supporters <strong>of</strong> <strong>Family</strong><strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>. Dave served on ourAdvisory Board <strong>of</strong> Directors for nine years, helping tocoordinate and host countless events to raise funding forour patient services. Thank you Dave and Char foryour tireless dedication to our mission.2009 <strong>Health</strong>care Champion AwardKaiserPermanenteBecome a <strong>Family</strong> Member TodayThe 2009 <strong>Health</strong>care ChampionAward was given to KaiserPermanente. <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong><strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> isfortunate to count Kaiser as alongtime benefactor. Through direct donations to ourcapital campaigns and programs, as well as significantinvestments to resolve regional issues like access tospecialty care, Kaiser has become a catalyst forchange. Thank you Kaiser for your generosity andcommitment to improving access to healthcare for all.In addition to an invitation to our Annual Reception, Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> members receive benefits such aslunch with one <strong>of</strong> our providers and invitations to in-depth program updates with our staff on healthcare issues.A full list <strong>of</strong> benefits appears on the previous page.You can join our Friends <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Family</strong> roster for as little as $21 a month. Just fill out the attached envelopeand write “FOF” on your response, or call Anthony White at 619-515-2370 or email him atanthonyw@fhcsd.org. 5
6Bank <strong>of</strong> America Gives$25K for KidCare ExpressMany thanks to Bank <strong>of</strong> America for their generous$25,000 grant to <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>’sMobile Medical Unit program.Bank <strong>of</strong> America’s support will help us providehealthcare to medically underserved children incollaboration with local schools, community centers, andsocial service agencies. KidCare Express, our three MobileMedical Units, are licensed medical clinics on wheels thattravel throughout the county to make sure kids gethealthcare when and where they need it. Thank you, Bank<strong>of</strong> America, for helping keep kids healthy!Debbie Gonzalez from Bank <strong>of</strong> America presents NursePractitioner Isabel Hurn, a check for $25K as Tom Stubberud,Adriana Cansino, Alma Madrigal and Angie Lucero look on.County Employee’s CharitableOrganization Helps <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>Women Fight CancerThe <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> County Employee’sCharitable Organization funded two vitalpieces <strong>of</strong> cancer screening equipment forthe Logan Heights <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> CenterWomen’s Clinic.At $12,500, the cost <strong>of</strong> this medical equipment can be ahuge hurdle to providing care. The County EmployeesCharitable Organization lent a hand to cover the costand now over 400 women a year will be screened forcancer at the Women’s Clinic. Thank You, CECO!Cubic Corporation Helps Get<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> Families to the DoctorCubic Corporation recently donated $3,000 to support<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>’s mission to providequality healthcare to medically underserved anduninsured families.Thank you, Cubic Corporation.Annual SponsorsPresenting AdelantePort <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>Viejas Band <strong>of</strong> Kumeyaay IndiansFiesta GrandeBAE Systems <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> Ship RepairCox CommunicationsGeneral Dynamics NASSCOMolina <strong>Health</strong>care <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaPhRMARancho Mesa Insurance Services<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> ChargersSD City Fire Fighters, Local 145UCSD Medical CenterUnion Bank <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaClinic BenefactorsCoast Citrus DistributorsContinental Maritime <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>CP KelcoDuhs CommercialHarborside Refrigerated ServicesOffice Depot Business Servicessan<strong>of</strong>i-aventisScripps Mercy HospitalSharp <strong>Health</strong> PlanThe <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> Union-TribuneUnited<strong>Health</strong>care<strong>Health</strong> Center PatronsAnheuser-Busch Sales <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>Anthem Blue Cross <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaCare 1st <strong>Health</strong> PlanCBIZ Benefits and Insurance ServicesCommunity <strong>Health</strong> GroupCorrectional Alternatives<strong>Health</strong> Net <strong>of</strong> CaliforniaJohn Carey Construction CompanyLaw Offices <strong>of</strong> David W. BrodyLifesharingRady Children’s HospitalROK EnterprisesSharp Multicultural Services
Our bimonthly Spirit <strong>of</strong> the Barrio luncheon brings together local corporate, political and community leaders for networking,entertainment, and the best tamales in town all to raise funds for families in need <strong>of</strong> healthcare!Join us for our next luncheonFeaturing Guest SpeakerComedian Monique MarvezMonique Marvez is on a mission to make peoplelaugh, and her comedy is the perfect balance <strong>of</strong> “aha!”and “ha-ha!” Currently, she anchors“Monique and the Man,” a morning drive radioshow on 100.7, Jack FM. Join us for a few laughsduring your Friday lunch hour on May 15.Spotlight On . . .Friday, May 1511:45am -1pm1728 Newton Avenue<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CA 92113$25 donation ortable <strong>of</strong> 10 for $200www.fhcsd.orgor call (619) 515-2562<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> welcomes PhRMA as anew Spirit <strong>of</strong> the Barrio sponsor at the Fiesta Grande level.PhRMA represents the country’s leading pharmaceuticalresearch and biotechnology companies, which are devoted toinventing medicines that allow patients to live longer, healthier,and more productive lives. PhRMA companies are leading theway in the search for new cures. Welcome, PhRMA!<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>welcomes san<strong>of</strong>i-aventis as a new ClinicBenefactor Spirit <strong>of</strong> the Barrio sponsor.Welcome, san<strong>of</strong>i-aventis!san<strong>of</strong>i-aventis is a global pharmaceuticalcompany that produces and marketsinnovative therapies that enhance people’slives.Scenes from March 2009Councilmembers Emerald, Gloria andDeMaio enjoy a few tamales before theirpanel discussion on <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>’s future.Port Commissioner Laurie Blacktakes the opportunity to ask theCouncilmembers about her concerns.City Council President Ben Huesomoderates the discussion panel for thenewly elected council members.7
FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS OF SAN DIEGO823 GATEWAY CENTER WAYSAN DIEGO CA 92102-4541Return Service RequestedNon-Pr<strong>of</strong>it Org.U.S. PostagePAID<strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>, CAPermit No. 1747In This Issue…CongresswomanSusan Davisand County Supervisor RonRoberts champion funding for theCity Heights <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> Centerrelocation project. Page 3.Donate LifeFind out how <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong><strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> joined the Donate Lifecampaign and how you can too!Page 2.What do theseOrganizations HaveIn Common?They all support <strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong><strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong> programs andservices.Page 6.Page 7.SAVE THE DATE2009 Padres’ Challenge for<strong>Family</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Centers</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>San</strong> <strong>Diego</strong>September 13, 2009Sponsorships & Group TicketsAvailablePlease contact Jennette Lawrence at619-515-2315 for more information.A <strong>Health</strong>y Tipfrom theH EALTH EDUCATIOND EPARTMENTEat <strong>Health</strong>ier, Save MoneyMake enough food for several meals at onceand freeze the leftovers. Then you’ll have theconvenience <strong>of</strong> a ready‐made meal with acheaper price tag and healthier contents.
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