The Children & Families Commission is recommending a mobile unit that would make it easier for parents get eye care for their children.
Tag: Orange County Children and Families Commission
Posted inGovernment, Health & Wellness, News Briefs, Top Stories
Ruane Gets New Job at CalOptima
Former Children and Families Commission head, who had come to CalOptima on loan, will remain permanently with a $225,000 salary.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Irvine, Top Stories
Grants Will Create New National Autism Center in OC
The $15-million Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders of Southern California is expected to be a leader in fight against autism.
Posted inEducation, Santa Ana, Top Stories
Schools Where Dental Clinics and Algebra Classes Share a Hallway
Healthcare is increasingly moving into schools, a trend that supporters say improves the health of needy families.
Posted inGovernment, Health & Wellness, Investigative, Top Stories
Children and Families Commission OKs Lending Ruane to CalOptima
The commission agrees to a “mutual aid” request for loan of its executive director to be CalOptima’s interim chief operating officer.
Posted inGovernment, Health & Wellness, Investigative, Top Stories
Ruane Tapped as Temporary Chief Operations Officer at CalOptima
The $1.4-billion health plan will contract with Children and Families Commission while it continues its search for a permanent CEO.
Posted inGovernment, Health & Wellness, Investigative, Top Stories
Budget Cuts Force Higher Fees for Cuidar’s ADHD Services for Parents
A local nonprofit that was charging $20 to help low-income families cope with the disorder will now charge $150.
Posted inCountywide, Education, Investigative, Top Stories
The Economics of an Orange County ADHD Diagnosis
While ailments like asthma and obesity disproportionately afflict children from poor neighborhoods, statistics show ADHD is more prevalent in wealthier areas. But what are the realities behind the numbers?
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Top Stories
Openings Available on County Children and Families Commission
Two health experts and one education specialist are needed to
fill spots on the nine-member board.
Posted inCountywide, Health & Wellness, Top Stories
A Door-to-Door Approach to Health Awareness
Latino Health Access promotores preach the importance
of preventative health in their communities.
