National Health Center Week 2024 was a remarkable celebration at Camarena Health, highlighting our commitment to our community and the diverse groups we serve. Throughout the week, we engaged in activities that reflected our dedication to agricultural workers, patients, staff, and children. Here’s a quick recap of the week’s festivities and the ways we gave…
DetailsExpanding Specialty Care at Camarena Health When faced with the unexpected closure of a local hospital, Camarena Health stepped up to meet the community’s needs with a rapid and decisive response. Recognizing the critical gap in specialty care services, we expanded our offerings to ensure that our patients continued to receive the essential medical care they…
DetailsWe are excited to unveil the 2023 Camarena Health Annual Report! This report offers a comprehensive look at our steadfast dedication to enhancing community health and well-being. Highlighting five key areas, we proudly present our achievements, the obstacles we’ve navigated, and our aspirations for the coming year. Our Community Footprint This year, our focus extended…
DetailsJune is Men’s Health Awareness Month, a time to bring critical attention to the unique health challenges men face and encourage a proactive approach to mental wellness. At Camarena Health, we recognize the significant impact that mental health has on men’s lives, their families, and their communities. This month, we’re focusing on breaking down the…
Details2024 Camarena Health Scholarship Awards Celebrating nearly three decades of commitment to education and community health, Camarena Health is thrilled to announce the 2024 Scholarship Awards. This year, we’ve reached a new milestone by awarding a total of $338,200 in scholarships since 1995, helping 214 local students forge paths in healthcare. Our scholarship program is…
DetailsDriving Success Highlights from the Camarena Classic Charity Golf Tournament We are thrilled to announce the outstanding results of the 2024 Camarena Classic Charity Golf Tournament, a pivotal event that directly supports the impactful work of the Camarena Health Foundation. This year, we gathered at the scenic Dragonfly Golf Club, where 144 dedicated golfers joined…
DetailsIn 2002, Camarena Health launched a literacy program to promote early literacy to children between 6 months to 5 years old.
DetailsMeet Andrew Contreras, a shining example of commitment and inspiration in Madera’s healthcare community.
DetailsUnveiled in August 2022, Camarena Health announced the grand opening of our state-of-the-art Almond Medical Campus.
DetailsBorn in Los Angeles and raised in Madera, Dr. Samaniego’s story is one of dedication, empathy, and unwavering commitment to her community. As a child, her sensitive and caring nature was evident, and with encouragement from her parents, who were immigrant farm workers, she set her heart on becoming a physician. By seventh grade, the decision was made; she would dedicate her life to helping others.
DetailsIn the heart of Madera County, where the need for healthcare guidance is as vast as the fields that surround it, Cristina Rendon stands out as an advocate of proactive health and community support. Raised in a bustling household of six children by parents who did not speak English, Cristina quickly became the family’s bridge to the healthcare system, sparking a passion that would define her career.
DetailsCamarena Health rolled out its “Shine Together” women’s health campaign in 2022, highlighting the unique healthcare needs of women in all stages of life. This wasn’t just another campaign – it was a clarion call, drawing attention to the unique healthcare needs that women grapple with at every life stage. From the joys of youth…
DetailsMadera County, like many regions, has residents who face challenges accessing essential healthcare. However, with Camarena Health’s Mobile Health initiative, we are taking active steps to bridge the healthcare gap. From partnerships with local organizations to bringing medical services directly to the community’s doorsteps, we are on a mission to ensure that everyone gets the…
DetailsShowing Gratitude to Our Esteemed Employees As part of our commitment to creating a positive and healthy work environment for our employees, we organized several employee appreciation events and activities throughout the year. These events included team-building activities, recognition awards, volunteer opportunities, and special celebrations for major holidays, among other initiatives. We are proud to…
DetailsAs Camarena Health continued to hire and increase recruitment efforts in 2022 we also remained focus on ensuring our healthcare workforce had the skills and compassion needed to provide the best patient experience. After the pandemic, patients were walking through our doors needing much more than just care. They were dealing with financial struggles, loss…
DetailsEach August, the collective efforts of health centers come together to highlight the health center movement’s significance and the profound influence these centers have within their communities. Community Health Centers stand as pillars of strength, dedicated service, and compassionate care. They offer solace and empathy in times of sorrow, and in moments of triumph, they…
DetailsWe are thrilled to announce the release of the 2022 Camarena Health Annual Report! This report provides an insightful glimpse into our unwavering commitment to serving our community and creating a positive health impact. With a focus on five pivotal areas, we are excited to share with you our success stories, challenges we’ve overcome, and…
DetailsMeet Our Promotores de Salud At Camarena Health, our Promotores de Salud program is a testament to the power of community engagement and the ripple effect of positive health advocacy. Among these dedicated volunteers are shining examples like Sara and Patricia, women whose commitment to promoting wellness has made an incredible impact within our Spanish…
DetailsReflecting on this year’s Scholarship Fundraiser, held on April 21 at the Veterans Memorial Building, we’re filled with gratitude. For the past 29 years Camarena Health has hosted an annual fundraiser luncheon to provide scholarships to local students attending college or vocational school to pursue a career in a medical or health related field. Our…
Details2023 Camarena Health Scholarship Awards Ceremony Since its inception in 1995, Camarena Health has proudly awarded 204 scholarships to students from Madera County who aspire to make a difference in the medical and heath related fields. Through these efforts, we’ve successfully raised a remarkable total of $318,200.00. The fundraising for these scholarships has been a…
DetailsRecently, Camarena Health had the honor of partnering with Make-A-Wish to bring a special wish to life for a truly resilient local child, Jocelyn. Our teams joined hands to arrange a festive Hawaiian-themed send-off party at our Tesoro Viejo Wellness Center, where attendees showed up in their favorite Hawaiian shirts, bringing an atmosphere of joy…
DetailsEmpathy Training For Staff Being a patient-centered health center, Camarena Health is always striving to increase quality of care for its patients. Camarena Health has noticed that more and more patients are walking through its doors with challenges that may not be apparent upon first glance. A major initiative was the implementation of an empathy…
DetailsDelivering Good News for Oakhurst Patients A Camarena Health provider in Oakhurst is putting a positive light on patient health and has found herself more frequently giving the best news possible: “you’re cured.” Sheri Oswald, PA used to work in a gastrointestinal (GI) practice where she was taught how to identify Hepatitis C in blood…
DetailsCamarena Health Sponsors Local Child Through Make-A-Wish Camarena Health hosted a send-off for Luis, age 13 of Madera, a Make-A-Wish recipient who is on his way to having his wish fulfilled at a Florida theme park. To learn more about Luis’s diagnosis and recovery of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, click here. “Camarena Health prides itself in…
DetailsBridging the Gap of Health for the Community The Camarena Health Mobile Unit: Raymond is a small town in the foothills of Madera County about 20 miles from the nearest major city. Due to the distance from major services, including healthcare, individuals and families often travel an hour or more to see a provider and…
DetailsQuality Awards for Quality Healthcare Camarena Health staff went above and beyond the call of duty in 2021 by continuing to provide quality-based care to patients, and that does not go unrecognized. Camarena Health was awarded two Health Net Awards, an American Health Association – Controlling Blood Pressure recognition, and Health Resources and Services Administration…
DetailsProtecting Our Community With COVID-19 Vaccine The COVID-19 vaccine distribution effort is without a doubt a monumental achievement for Camarena Health. Upon learning that a vaccine was now available to help fight the pandemic, the mission was clear: vaccinate as many people as possible. In the early tiers of vaccine distribution, Camarena Health worked with…
DetailsWe See You, Chowchilla At Camarena Health Optometry in Chowchilla, we believe that early detection of vision problems is the key to preventing further damage to your eyes and allowing for a wider range of treatment options. Our optometrist will take the time to listen to you and answer any questions you may have about…
DetailsDelivering Quality Healthcare Through our Ag Partners Camarena Health and the agricultural community have deep roots in Madera County, this partnership is as long and rich as their legacies. In 2021, Camarena Health hosted 7 health-related events involving more than a dozen different partners in the agricultural community to provide medical services, COVID-19 and flu…
DetailsReducing the Stigma of Mental Health The worldwide conversation surrounding mental health has grown exponentially in the last decade and Camarena Health has been quick to adapt and expand its behavioral health services to meet the needs of the community. The most recent expansion has been in the form of the Camarena Health Behavioral Health…
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