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Advancing Community wellness in the Coachella Valley
See the timeline and plan for how the District and Tenet implement the Lease-Purchase Agreement for Desert Regional Medical Center (EnglishEspañol).
Read it here: ENGLISHSPANISH
2nd Mobile Clinic Launches
We recently added another mobile medical clinic to outreach efforts. It is operated by DPMG Health, which is also operating a brick-and-mortar clinic space in Palm Springs. See the photos. Read more.
Our 5-Year Strategic Plan
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board has set 7 goals with priorities and strategies for future funding and program opportunities in the Coachella Valley. Please read our Strategic Plan.
District Announces New Grant Awards
On September 30, the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board approved $428,737 in grant awards to health projects that are operated through educational institutions. Read more.
Mental Health Matters
Coachella Valley young people are addressing mental and behavioral challenges from their perspective in a new zine created through a two-year grant to the Youth Leadership Institute. Read it.
Desert Healthcare District Elections
Four seats on the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board are open this year. They represent zones 1, 3, 5 and 7. Learn more about the District zones (Hummingbird Plan), which cover the entire Coachella Valley.  Candidates can file starting July 15 with the Riverside County of Registrar to run for a Board seat in the November 5, 2024 election. Follow the election updates.

Coachella Valley ballots will include Measure AA -- the Desert Regional Medical Center lease purchase agreement. Be informed: 
* Lease-Purchase Agreement  (EnglishEspañol) 
* Resolution (EnglishEspañol)
* Fact Sheet (EnglishEspañol)
New Book Explores  the Evolution of Public Health Care in Coachella Valley
To commemorate 75 years of advancing health and wellness in the desert, the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation published its history book in 2023. Read it: English or Espanol. 
Fentanyl in the Coachella Valley
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation, with the Riverside University Health System - Public Health, recently launched an educational campaign to raise awareness about harm reduction for those affected by the opiod. Read more in English or Espanol. 
Free Air Purifiers
Coachella Valley residents in the eastern valley can apply for free air purifiers, provided courtesy of the AB 617 Residential Air Filtration Program. Learn more.
New Coachella Valley Market Analysis
A 2023 market analysis conducted by Huron Consulting shows the clinical health needs, existing market assets, and recommendations to improve the Coachella Valley's healthcare infrastructure. More
Find a Coachella Valley COVID-19 Clinic
Eligible residents (6 months old and up) can get a COVID-19 vaccine and/or a test at many local vaccine and testing clinics, coordinated by the Coachella Valley Equity Collaborative, here
Discover the Fascinating History of Healthcare in the Coachella Valley
Legendary entertainer Frank Sinatra and his celebrated friends were ardent supporters of Palm Springs' Desert Hospital. Read more in the  Desert Healthcare District & Foundation's new history book: EnglishEspanol. 

Total funds (including community grants) awarded

$101,276,660
Learn more about our grants and how to apply »

Desert Healthcare District & Foundation

MISSION
To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.

VISION
Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.

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News…

Desert Care Network and Desert Healthcare District officials sign lease purchase agreement for Desert Regional Medical Center press conference and celebration marks passage of Measure AA

The agreement includes a commitment by Tenet to cover the cost of state-mandated seismic upgrades for Desert Regional, currently estimated to be more than $220 million, at no cost to District taxpayers. 
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Annual report: District increases access to healthcare, exceeds giving milestone in 2023-2024

The report captures the District & Foundation's grant awards, initiatives, programs, and other achievements during 18 months, from January 2023 through June 2024.
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Pop-up clinic returns to provide flu, COVID-19 vaccines & more Saturdays at Palm Desert mall

The vaccines that are available are for COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), pneumonia and shingles. Insurance is required for residents seeking protection from shingles, RSV and pneumonia. The COVID-19 and flu shots are offered for free.
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