Investing in TVHC’s Health Educators with Eden Health District
We’re excited to share that Eden Health District has awarded TVHC $25,000 in grant funding to support our school-based Health Educators, staff who act as crucial touchpoints for students with limited access to healthcare.
This funding will help sustain the Health Educator role at our Hayward High school-based health center, where students can access on-campus medical care, health education, and referrals to dental, behavioral health, and specialty services. As part of the school’s Coordination of Services Teams (COST), they collaborate closely with staff to connect students to the services and resources they need.
Beyond individual support, our Health Educators provide in-class presentations, wellness education workshops, outreach and resource navigation, and have recently launched a Youth Health Worker group, empowering students to make informed decisions about their health.
“Health Educators play a vital role in our school-based health centers, providing invaluable support by working hand in hand with providers to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care,” shared Estephanie Urbina, TVHC’s Youth Health Services Manager. “Their efforts create meaningful opportunities for students to learn about their health, build confidence, and advocate for their needs.”
This year alone, we expect approximately 300 unique students to receive medical appointments integrated with health education at the Hayward High clinic, along with more than 600 total health education and outreach interactions. These services help students stay healthy, attend school consistently, and focus on their academic and personal goals.
Eden Health District is a public health district serving Southern and Central Alameda County, aiming to improve health outcomes by working closely with community and public agencies through prevention, health education, and rapid response to emerging health issues. Thank you to Eden Health District for investing in youth health and helping us make care more accessible for students in our community!
The Hayward High School-Based Health Center, along with the Logan and Tennyson Health Centers, also receives support through funding from Alameda County Health’s Healthy Schools and Communities initiative.