Rep. Cisneros Announces Over $2.2 Million in Coronavirus Aid for CA-39 Health Centers

April 8, 2020
Press Release
Funding comes from the CARES Act stimulus package

FULLERTON, CA - Today, Representative Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr. (CA-39) announced $2,242,230 in coronavirus aid for health centers in California’s 39th District. Coming from the Department of Health & Human Services, the funding will go to St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers, Friends of Family Health Center, and North Orange County Regional Health Center. Congress appropriated coronavirus health center aid in the stimulus package, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. To view the funding, click here. 

“As our community continues to fight this pandemic, it’s critical that our health centers are properly funded and equipped to meet the demand of COVID-19 cases,” said Rep. Cisneros. “It’s why I advocated and voted for health center funding in the coronavirus stimulus package. Congress has a responsibility to ensure our health centers and all those combatting this disease have the support and resources they need. We’re reaching a pivotal moment in this crisis that requires a continued coordinated and comprehensive response.”

“This funding comes at a critical moment for our organization, our patients and the community.  Our focus at this time is keeping as many patients safe at home as possible. We are actively reaching out to patients providing education and reassurance regarding the pandemic and how to stay well,” said Timothy Brown, CEO, St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers. “The funding will help us expand our telehealth or virtual visit capabilities for individuals with primary care needs. This service enables patients to connect with a physician or social worker from the safety of their home. We will also be working on expanding case management services to help those impacted by this epidemic connect to needed resources.”

The funding is distributed to three 39th District health centers:

  • $852,290 - St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers
  • $837,680 - Friends Of Family Health Center
  • $552,260 - North Orange County Regional Health Foundation
  • $2,242,230 - TOTAL

On March 25, Rep. Cisneros announced over $300,000 in coronavirus supplemental funding for CA-39 Health Centers coming from the first coronavirus response bill. 

On March 30, Rep. Cisneros announced over $50,000 in coronavirus supplemental funding for the Korean Community Services’ health center coming from the first coronavirus response bill.

On April 6, Rep. Cisneros announced over $31 million in coronavirus aid for CA-39 cities and counties coming from the coronavirus stimulus package.

Issues: 
Health