About Community Care
Hospitals work 24/7 to care for patients. In doing so they understand the importance of caring for communities outside the walls of hospital buildings. The social determinants of health — conditions often dictated by where people live, learn, work, play, worship, and age — all have a huge effect on a community’s health. They can significantly affect a patient’s health risks and outcomes. Hospitals recognize and work hard to address these conditions with a focus on eliminating disparities in care delivery and health outcomes through education, community benefit programs, and more.
5 Things To Know: San Diego County Requests Community Feedback on Budget Priorities by March 28
5 Things To Know: The Housing Justice Collaborative Debuts New Resource Hub
5 Things To Know: North Coastal Prevention Coalition Invites Community Engagement
5 Things To Know: Save the Date: Family Resource Event in El Centro
5 Things To Know: 211 San Diego Launches Updated Community Calendar
A regional calendar of events — that includes resource fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities, screenings/health events, conferences, and more — is now available through 211 San Diego’s dedicated community calendar. This regional calendar gives the community access to resources via one-time or recurring events, and community members can submit events once they’ve created a free online […]
5 Things To Know: County Seeks Hosts for Blood Pressure Screening Event
The Love Your Heart (LYH) blood pressure screening event on Feb. 14 unifies community partners across the U.S. and Mexico to prevent heart disease and stroke. The event empowers the public to take control of their heart health, know their blood pressure numbers, and what they mean. LYH needs organizations from every sector in San […]
5 Things To Know: CMS Requires Patient Reclassification Notices in February 2025
Beginning Feb. 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will require that hospitals give “Observation Change of Status Notices” to patients who are reclassified from inpatient to observation (outpatient) status. CMS has issued updated information on the new requirements for communication to affected patients. For more information, refer to the CHA News article.
5 Things To Know: Community Outreach Opportunity at Food Distribution Sites
Many facing food insecurity also need help with housing, education, health care, workforce development, and family support. In that vein, outreach organizations are invited to be considered for potential partnership by completing the Community Cares Program interest form. Partnership could include attending San Diego Food Bank distributions and conducting community outreach to individuals and families […]
5 Things To Know: City of San Diego Seeks to Close Digital Divide
The city of San Diego is conducting a community survey to improve internet accessibility and affordability for all residents. Anyone with or without home internet can participate in the survey, which takes 6-8 minutes to complete, and individuals without home internet service can answer relevant questions. All responses will be kept confidential.