The California Elder Economic Security Initiative program, partially funded by TCWF through UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, has published a report on the economic needs of California's elders. The report indicates that the federal poverty line—used to determine eligibility for public assistance programs—underestimates the financial needs of seniors by more than half of the basic cost. The analysis factors in medical expenses, adequate nutrition and housing. The publication also details statewide efforts to help vulnerable older adults remain independent and gain economic security by directing available funds to the appropriate programs. read more
Health Programs for Immigrants
The California Primary Care Association (CPCA) offers a web resource guide to immigrant health programs available in California. It outlines specific public and private programs, some of which are available to all immigrants—including those who are currently undocumented. The CPCA represents more than 600 nonprofit community clinics and health centers in California that provide comprehensive, quality health care services to primarily low-income, uninsured and underserved Californians. read more
IRS Has New Resources For Nonprofits
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has new resources for nonprofits and charities in a web section devoted to the sector. Information found in the section ranges from tax preparation and pension-protection guidance, to a “Dirty Dozen” list of top 2008 charitable abuses. The Internal Revenue Service is also asking for assistance from charities to publicize the availability of 2008 stimulus payments to low-wage workers who may be hard for the Service to reach, but may be eligible for the payments. read more
Clinic Association Launches Employment Resource
The California Primary Care Association has launched a new online resource designed to help community clinics recruit a qualified healthcare workforce. Clinic Careers, an information resource about careers in community clinics and health centers, has sections for both job seekers and employers. The site also provides links to resources such as salary surveys, data on health professional shortage areas and the National Health Service Corps. The online job center seeks to streamline the job search for those interested in working within California's health care "safety net." read more
Early College Commitment
Campaign for College Opportunity’s new report outlines how early college commitment can ready youth for health and other careers that require higher education. Early commitment increases the likelihood of attaining higher education goals, the report shows, and holds the promise of boosting future prosperity and economic competitiveness of the State of California. read more
Nonprofit Technology Network
The Nonprofit Technology Network (NTEN) is dedicated to helping nonprofit organizations skillfully and confidently use technology to meet community needs and fulfill their missions. As a membership organization of nonprofit technology professionals, NTEN facilitates the exchange of knowledge and information by connecting members to each other, providing professional development opportunities and educating the nonprofit sector about issues of technology use. read more
APEN Featured in "Unnatural Causes"
TCWF grantee, the Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN), is featured in the upcoming PBS documentary series, “Unnatural Causes.” The series examines how race and socio-economic factors impact health and is scheduled for national broadcast in four parts beginning on March 27. APEN and the work it does to organize residents around combating the prevalence of hazardous levels of environmental pollutants in the community of Richmond is featured in the segment “Place Matters” which airs on Thursday, April 10. More information on the series is available, including local listings on the "Unnatural Causes" website. read more
Cover Story: Grassroots Leadership
The cover story in the latest issue of Portfolio focuses on a number of the Foundation's grantees who are working to develop grassroots leaders. These organizations have been able to maximize their impact by recruiting leaders and cultivating their skills to effectively communicate about health issues affecting their communities. By gathering and analyzing research, the community-based leaders have empowered themselves and others to launch and sustain important community health efforts. This issue also provides examples of grantees working on the issues of environmental health and healthy aging. read more
