Access to Services

Did You Know?

  • African Americans have the county’s highest rate of death from high blood pressure, infant death, diabetes, and asthma hospitalization. 
  • Contra Costa’s most disadvantaged in Richmond, Bay Point/Pittsburg, and Antioch can’t afford health insurance and rarely see a doctor. 

How Does CHD Aid the Community in Access to Health Care?

CHD’s services provide outreach to community members who are underrepresented. Staff helps bridge program participants to services needed in the system that is sometimes hard to penetrate. Participants are consistently educated and inspired to make healthier choices to reach their emotional and physical wellness.

African American Wellness Program (AAWP)

  • AAWP is a program based in East Contra Costa County, and provides guidance to local adult African Americans, aged 18 and up, in achieving emotional wellness and finding positive experiences and structure in their daily lives.
  • In addition to support groups, AAWP offers mental health referrals, community resources, and educational workshops.
  • The Mind, Body, & Soul support groups also provide educational guidance for nutrition and physical activity as a way to promote overall well-being.
Funded by Contra Costa Behavioral Health Services

Medi-Cal Enrollment Navigator Program

Need Free/Low Cost Affordable Medical, Dental, or Vision Insurance Coverage?

The Medi-Cal Navigator Enrollment Program is a program designated for the Contra Costa County areas, supported by a professional, caring, bilingual, certified Enrollment Counselor.

The program’s goal is to serve uninsured,  low income, individuals and families, as well as, all the underserved community members in the entire County of Contra Costa. Our Certified Enrollment Counselor provides available resource information, guidance, support, and assistance with the application process.

Services are free-of-cost!

Please contact us for additional information, support, and service.

925-430-4050

Health Disparities Navigation
Contacts & Locations

Promotora, African American Health Conductors, and Re-Entry Health Conductors are based in the following locations, but provide services in all county clinics.  Click on any of the addresses to learn more or check out the map to the left.

For general information please call 877-905-4545.