Family Health Fiesta Connects Hundreds to Care and Resources Thank you to everyone who helped make TVHC’s Family Health Fiesta a tremendous success! From staff volunteers and community partners to the families who joined us, the
TVHC Earns HRSA Quality Recognition Badges for Care Excellence We are thrilled to announce that TVHC has once again earned the Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality badge from the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA).
TVHC’s Dental Team Joins YHS for Back-to-School Screenings TVHC’s Dental and Youth Health Services (YHS) teams recently came together to support the Hayward Unified School District Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway and Vaccine Clinic, helping connect students and
Building Bridges: Innovation in Action with Behavioral Health TVHC’s Behavioral Health Department was honored to present “Building Bridges: Innovative Integrated Care for Latino Immigrant Communities” at the California Primary Care Association Conference. Director of Behavioral Health Services
TVHC’s SHO Presents at National Health Care for the Homeless Conference TVHC’s Street Health Outreach (SHO) team recently attended the National Health Care for the Homeless Conference & Policy Symposium, the largest national gathering of professionals
August 2026 CEO Community Update As we close out August, I want to take a moment to reflect on a month that highlighted the power of partnership, community connection, and our shared commitment to improving
May 2026 CEO Community Update As we wrap up May and step into June, I’d like to share a few highlights from across TVHC and reflect on the continued progress we are making together in
Uplifting Teen Moms with the FSS Parenting Support Group To close out the 2025-2026 school year, TVHC’s Family Support Services (FSS) recently held a final meeting of their Teen Parenting Support Group at Burke Academy. Facilitated by FSS
TVHC’s CQOW Team Showcases QI Model at OCHIN Learning Forum In early May, members of TVHC’s Clinical Quality & Operations Workgroup (CQOW) had the opportunity to attend and present at the 2026 OCHIN Learning Forum, joining health centers
CQOW 2026 Retreat: Reflecting on Progress and Aligning What’s Next At the end of April, the 2026 Clinical Quality & Operations Workgroup (CQOW) Annual Retreat brought together teams from across TVHC for a day of reflection, alignment, and
April 2026 CEO Community Update As we begin the month of May, I want to take a moment to share a few highlights and reflections on the work happening across TVHC. This past month, we
Advancing Harm Reduction at TVHC School‑Based Health Centers TVHC’s Youth Health Services (YHS) program is piloting two harm reduction and prevention initiatives at our school-based health centers, reinforcing student health, safety, and wellbeing through access and prevention.
Supporting Street Health with Hayward Rotary Club We’re proud to announce that TVHC’s Street Health Outreach (SHO) program has been awarded a $3,000 grant from Hayward Rotary Club to provide flexible support for unhoused community members in Hayward.
Connecting with the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals Last month, TVHC Senior Recruiter Stefanie Gochez and Associate Recruiter Joshua Herron attended the Unitek College Hayward Campus Career Fair to connect with students pursuing careers as Medical Assistants and Nurses. During the
March 2026 CEO Community Update March has been a month of meaningful progress at TVHC, and I am excited for the opportunity to share a few highlights from across our organization. This month, we proudly
Honoring TVHC’s Staff During Our Appreciation Holidays At Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center (TVHC), quality care begins with the people who provide it. March marked the start of our staff appreciation holidays for the year, offering
You Betta Check YouthSelf: Increasing Access to Well-Child Visits Well-child visits are essential for early detection, preventive care, and healthy development, yet access can be limited by scheduling constraints. Through the You Betta Check YouthSelf initiative, CQOW
Under Pressure: Strengthening Blood Pressure Control Controlling high blood pressure is a key driver of long-term health outcomes and a major focus of HEDIS performance. Through the Under Pressure initiative, CQOW works to strengthen clinical workflows, staff training, and technology
February 2026 CEO Community Update February has been a month of continued momentum for TVHC, and I would like to take this opportunity to recognize several important milestones and moments of progress across our organization.
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
Building Literacy in Pediatrics with the Children’s Book Project TVHC is excited to announce our new partnership with the Children’s Book Project, a Bay Area non-profit dedicated to giving free books to children to support their growth in literacy, learning,
Building Literacy in Pediatrics with the Children’s Book Project TVHC is excited to announce our new partnership with the Children’s Book Project, a Bay Area non-profit dedicated to giving free books to children to support their growth in literacy, learning,
January 2026 CEO Community Update Happy New Year to you all. As we close out January, I want to take a moment to reflect on the successes and challenges of the past year and acknowledge the evolving landscape
TVHC Earns HRSA Operational Site Visit Badge for Compliance Excellence We are proud to share that TVHC has earned the 2024 Operational Site Visit (OSV) Badge from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), recognizing
Advocating for Behavioral Health at State & County Levels Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is proud to recognize Dr. Jessica Apfel, Director of Behavioral Health Services, for being selected for two influential leadership roles in 2026
Spreading Holiday Joy with Adopt-A-Family at TVHC Every year, TVHC’s Family Support Services (FSS) hosts Adopt-A-Family, an opportunity for the TVHC team to donate gifts for families in need. Every family enrolled in the program
November 2025 CEO Community Update As the season of gratitude draws to a close, we’ve been reflecting on the many ways our team has come together in thanks and service. Our staff recently celebrated Tiburcio
Celebrating Our 2025 Promotoras Academy Graduates Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center is proud to celebrate the graduation of the 2025 Promotoras Academy cohort — a group of dedicated community members trained to serve as trusted health
Learn the Facts for Diabetes Awareness Month This November, Dr. Jodine Coe is spotlighting what everyone should know about diabetes, including common myths, risk factors, and steps you can take to protect your health. Check
October 2025 CEO Community Update As we close October and enter the final months of 2025, I want to extend my appreciation to all who continue to stand with Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center (TVHC) and
