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Healthcare District Board awards $1 million in grants to support mental health services for Coachella Valley youth & families

Five awards were in response to the Request for Proposals, "Empowering Resilient Youth and Families: Advancing Mental and Behavioral Health Support," and two others were unrelated.

Healthcare District Board names new president to lead in 2026

President Kimberly Barraza joined the Board in November 2022, elected to a four-year term by Coachella Valley voters. She is a resident of the District's zone six, which encompasses a majority of Indio.

Healthcare District Board votes to conduct interviews to fill newly vacant seat in early January

Director Arthur Shorr steps down after nearly seven years of service, bringing to the Board vast hospital management and healthcare industry experience.

Health insurance enrollment is under way for Coachella Valley residents seeking 2026 coverage

Enrollment specialists who speak English and Spanish will be available at a Nov. 22 event and by phone through Jan. 31 to connect Coachella Valley residents to insurance brokers for assistance.

Desert Healthcare District hires consultant to help define new 5-year strategic plan to launch next July

The strategic planning process includes engagement with our community partners and seven public forums in early 2026 where residents can learn more and provide input.

We believe every resident in our District deserves:

Access to health education, disease prevention and comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services
The opportunity to participate in District matters through access and input to the board

We support positive health system change via:

Incorporating best-practice methodologies where possible
Encouraging accurate outcome measurement by benchmarking, monitoring and evaluation
Supporting innovative new practices and programs
Fostering collaboration and partnerships