Former Cancer Patient Inspired to Become Hospital Volunteer
Inspired by the care she received for cancer at Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Libby and her husband became volunteers.
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A Time to Rest, Recharge, and Renew Our Commitment to Collective Advocacy
Next week, many of us will gather with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving — a holiday that not only allows us to pause and express gratitude but also invites us to reflect on the impact of our collective work to uplift our communities.
Associate Member Spotlight: Mood Health
Mood Health partners with health systems and medical groups to ensure its patients have access to affordable mental health care. As a trusted referral resource, Mood’s team of in-house clinicians provides tele-psychiatry and tele-talk therapy to patients aged 11 or older; Medi-Cal, Medicare, and commercial insurance are accepted. Referrals with Mood are incredibly easy to implement and allow groups to solve for their outpatient mental health needs quickly, effortlessly, and at no cost to them.
Associate Member Spotlight: Stanbridge University
Stanbridge University is a community of problem-solvers and humanitarians passionate about affecting change locally and globally. “We teach, learn, and serve boldly.” The result is a culture of innovative thought, leadership, and deep human empathy. Stanbridge University has campuses in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego counties.
2025 HASD&IC Annual Meeting: A Respite from the Ongoing Storm
In two weeks, we’ll come together for the 2025 HASD&IC Annual Meeting — a gathering for hospital leaders, policymakers, and community partners to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing our hospitals and health systems. This annual meeting is not only a valuable opportunity to hear from local leaders and policy experts, but also a chance to gain new insights, find inspiration, and prepare for what lies ahead.
Inspired by Care Team, Young Man Purses Career in Medicine After Spine Surgery
Years of debilitating back pain led Brian to the neurological spine care program at UC San Diego Health, who helped him return to surfing and weightlifting after six months.
Strengthening the Behavioral Health Continuum
Hospitals across our region continue to witness firsthand the profound impact behavioral health has on the well-being of our communities. The findings in our upcoming behavioral health environmental scans echo what we hear regularly from care providers and community partners: Demand for behavioral health services continues to grow even as workforce shortages, limited treatment availability, bed closures, and care coordination challenges persist.
Associate Member Spotlight: The Elizabeth Hospice
The Elizabeth Hospice has been a trusted community resource for hospice, palliative care, and grief support services in San Diego County and Southwest Riverside County for more than 47 years. Our services have touched the lives of more than 150,000 children and adults who face the challenges associated with advanced severe illnesses. We ensure medical, emotional, and spiritual care is available to all who need our services and serve as a community resource for education on topics related to their work. The Elizabeth Hospice is among a select group of hospices that offers a dedicated pediatric hospice/palliative team. Our grief support, which is open to the community, is a center of excellence for The Elizabeth Hospice. At The Elizabeth Hospice, we aspire to a world where every life ends with compassion, dignity, and peace.
Associate Member Spotlight: Medical Solutions
Medical Solutions has expanded its position as one of the nation’s largest health care staffing companies through strategic acquisitions, technology innovation, and deeper partnerships with hospitals and health systems nationwide.
2025 HASD&IC Annual Meeting: Leaning on Storytelling to Affect Change
“Stories are remembered up to 22 times more than facts alone.”
— Jennifer Aaker, Stanford Marketing Professor
At HASD&IC, we know the power of stories. Every day, our hospitals and community partners live out stories of resilience, healing, and compassion. These stories remind us why we do this work and why it matters so deeply for the patients and families we serve.