Learn more about the cost to end homelessness in America, and get statistics about the problems unhoused populations face. According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, it would cost $20 billion to end homelessness in the United States. That is a big number, yes, but let’s put it into perspective: Americans spend $19 billion a year on …
Tele-town Hall: COVID-19 and the Bay Area Black Community
Dr. Aboelata is a panelist: AARP of California Tele-Town hall. COVID 19 and the Bay Area Black Community. Join AARP California and health experts for an-in depth conversation addressing COVID -19 inequities in the Bay Area. March 18th at 2pm. You can hear it here!: AARP California – (vekeo.com)Te
Dr. Aisha Mays unveils Dream Youth Clinic’s new Community Garden—where opportunity grows for vulnerable Oakland teens.
Written by Melissa Hart Dr. Aisha Mays of Oakland grew up knowing she wanted to be a doctor, but she never imagined she’d invite a pregnant 16-year-old to live with her during medical school. She’d been volunteering as a mentor for high school students of color, and the program paired her with a teen who became pregnant three months into …
‘It works:’ Oakland’s homelessness prevention program helps 5,000 families
By Marisa Kendall | mkendall@bayareanewsgroup.com | Bay Area News Group PUBLISHED: January 15, 2021 at 12:04 p.m. | UPDATED: January 17, 2021 at 5:04 a.m. The three-year pilot program is set to expire in October Oakland’s homelessness prevention program has helped nearly 5,000 households that were facing eviction, displacement or potential life on the street, Mayor Libby Schaaf said Friday, …
Combatting the COVID surge in East Oakland with Dr Noha, Roots Community Health Center
Dr. Noha Aboelata joined 94.1’s KPFA’s FRONTLINE to address the realities of COVID-19. She spoke to the timeline of the disease, the Roots Community Health Center response, and the realities faced by our communities in East Oakland. She also answered callers’ questions regarding the disease. Missed out? Listen here: http://u.pc.cd/sCU
2020 COVID-19 Community Hero Award
Our very own Dr. Danielle Williams is being honored as a 2020 COVID Community Hero by Alameda County’s Health Care for the Homeless! We’d love to congratulate Dr. Williams for this award and the acknowledgement of her stellar investment in our community during these trying times. Here’s what they’re saying about her: “Dr. Williams has been an inspiring partner since …
Virtual Celebration honoring our very own Dr. Noha! Tune in tonight at 7pm!
Dear Constituent, 2020 has been a challenging year. Many events – weddings, birthday celebrations, vacations, and more – were postponed or canceled, leaving a little emptiness all around. The California Legislature was no different. This year was the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote, yet the events commemorating that anniversary and the Legislature’s annual Women of …
Virtual Community Forum
Join Roots Community Health Center next Friday for our Virtual Community Forum centered on Children’s Mental Wellness during the Pandemic! Dr. Patricia Nunley and Dr. Tony Jackson will help guide the discussion and give you tips on supporting your children through this transition. Friday from 3pm-5pm on Zoom! Sign-up here or in the bio: https://bit.ly/3ocmH3A
Town Hall on Stay-at-Home Order, Vaccine Update
Dear Constituent, Since early November, the COVID-19 infection rate has been worsening here in the Bay Area and throughout the state. Health officials have grave concerns that last week’s Thanksgiving gatherings will result in many more cases that will then overwhelm hospital ICU beds. California is now entering “the most challenging moment since the pandemic began.” Yesterday, Gov. Newsom …
Roots Community Health Center received an early holiday gift from Albertsons and Safeway Foundation Nourishing Neighbors Community Relief Fund
We’re excited to open an early holiday gift from Albertsons and Safeway Foundation. We received a grant from their Nourishing Neighbors Community Relief Fund. What a way to kick off the holiday season! The grant will help us ensure the most vulnerable members of our community can also celebrate the season. We’re thrilled to receive this grant and look forward …