Improving Access to Behavioral Health Education and Prevention Services
In response to convenings with the Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Collective and outreach efforts to local school district leadership, the Desert Healthcare District released a request for proposals to improve access to behavioral health education and prevention services to children (0-18) and their families in the Coachella Valley. The District sought applicants from organizations focusing on behavioral health access, awareness, availability, and education. After significant review, five organizations were awarded nearly $1.2 million in funding for two-year contracts starting August 1, 2022.
Headline Indicator
Increase the number of Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families who have identified needing behavioral health services and who are able to receive services.
Target Population
Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families.
Why Is This Important?
Behavioral health influences and impacts one’s overall health. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “behavioral health is the promotion of mental health, resilience, and well-being; the treatment of mental and substance use disorders; and the support of those who experience and/or are in recovery from these conditions, along with their families and communities.”
Historically, the Coachella Valley has struggled with delivering a continuum of care that meets the behavioral health needs of the community. A robust continuum of care that delivers increased behavioral health access, awareness, availability, and education will reduce the impact of behavioral health conditions that Coachella Valley community members face.
What We Do
The Desert Healthcare District's grant program supports collaborative processes and invests in the services and programs of local nonprofits, health service providers, and public agencies that align with and advance the District’s mission, vision, and the implementation of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan. Access the Strategic Plan Here: https://dhcd.org/Strategic-Plan
MISSION--To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION--Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
Who We Serve
The targeted population for this request for proposals is Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families.
How We Impact
Increasing and improving mental and behavioral health resources for Coachella Valley residents has long been a priority for the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board. The Desert Healthcare District accomplishes this by collaborating with community partners to address current and future behavioral health needs and by providing grant funding to support behavioral health programs/projects that advocate improving the psychological, emotional, physical, and social well-being of residents in Coachella Valley. Additionally, the Desert Healthcare District leads a Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Collective that comprised of over 60 collaborative partners working to address gaps in the region’s behavioral health workforce, to improving access to behavioral health services and resources, and to follow the development of state legislation around behavioral health.
What We Do
The Desert Healthcare District's grant program supports collaborative processes and invests in the services and programs of local nonprofits, health service providers, and public agencies that align with and advance the District’s mission, vision, and the implementation of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan. Access the Strategic Plan Here: https://dhcd.org/Strategic-Plan
MISSION--To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION--Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
Who We Serve
The targeted population for this request for proposals is Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families.
How We Impact
Increasing and improving mental and behavioral health resources for Coachella Valley residents has long been a priority for the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board. The Desert Healthcare District accomplishes this by collaborating with community partners to address current and future behavioral health needs and by providing grant funding to support behavioral health programs/projects that advocate improving the psychological, emotional, physical, and social well-being of residents in Coachella Valley. Additionally, the Desert Healthcare District leads a Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Collective that comprised of over 60 collaborative partners working to address gaps in the region’s behavioral health workforce, to improving access to behavioral health services and resources, and to follow the development of state legislation around behavioral health.
What We Do
The Desert Healthcare District's grant program supports collaborative processes and invests in the services and programs of local nonprofits, health service providers, and public agencies that align with and advance the District’s mission, vision, and the implementation of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan. Access the Strategic Plan Here: https://dhcd.org/Strategic-Plan
MISSION--To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION--Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
Who We Serve
The targeted population for this request for proposals is Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families.
How We Impact
Increasing and improving mental and behavioral health resources for Coachella Valley residents has long been a priority for the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board. The Desert Healthcare District accomplishes this by collaborating with community partners to address current and future behavioral health needs and by providing grant funding to support behavioral health programs/projects that advocate improving the psychological, emotional, physical, and social well-being of residents in Coachella Valley. Additionally, the Desert Healthcare District leads a Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Collective that comprised of over 60 collaborative partners working to address gaps in the region’s behavioral health workforce, to improving access to behavioral health services and resources, and to follow the development of state legislation around behavioral health.
What We Do
The Desert Healthcare District's grant program supports collaborative processes and invests in the services and programs of local nonprofits, health service providers, and public agencies that align with and advance the District’s mission, vision, and the implementation of the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan. Access the Strategic Plan Here: https://dhcd.org/Strategic-Plan
MISSION--To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION--Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
Who We Serve
The targeted population for this request for proposals is Coachella Valley children (0-18) and their families.
How We Impact
Increasing and improving mental and behavioral health resources for Coachella Valley residents has long been a priority for the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board. The Desert Healthcare District accomplishes this by collaborating with community partners to address current and future behavioral health needs and by providing grant funding to support behavioral health programs/projects that advocate improving the psychological, emotional, physical, and social well-being of residents in Coachella Valley. Additionally, the Desert Healthcare District leads a Coachella Valley Behavioral Health Collective that comprised of over 60 collaborative partners working to address gaps in the region’s behavioral health workforce, to improving access to behavioral health services and resources, and to follow the development of state legislation around behavioral health.
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