Put the Blue Light Down

Do you have trouble going to sleep at night? Do you somehow end up on your smartphone doing one thing or another? In recent years, technology has become such a huge part of our daily lives and activities and it is extremely hard to put our gadgets down, even when it’s time to rest!  Whether you’re surfing the web, looking at memes on Instagram, or viewing stories on Snapchat, you’re probably keeping yourself from a…

Fancy up your H20

It’s time for us to really talk about water! We hear of so many new diets on a daily basis and frankly, there’s too much information on the internet to digest! Allow us to tell you some facts about something most people don’t really know much about. Did you know that the average adult needs to drink at least 6-8 cups of water every day? Many of us find it difficult to drink that much…

Lost in the Sauce

In a public school system that often has a surplus of students but a shortage of teachers and resources, it is not uncommon to think your child may be “lost in the sauce”. This becomes a more pressing concern for children with disabilities who require a particular kind of education. An Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) is the special education a child receives if he/she has a documented disability that could hinder his/her academic progress. The…

Let’s Get Moving

Getting up early in the morning or working out may be very difficult for some to achieve. Some people blame it on laziness. Others don’t have enough time or are simply not motivated. Regardless of the excuses, it is very important to keep ourselves active throughout the day in order to stimulate our endorphins and feel good about ourselves! Keeping active and exercising also helps with controlling weight, strengthening bones and muscles, and increasing chances…

Don’t Keep Calm – CCHC’s new clinic is NOW OPEN!

Do you live in or near Sunland, California? Do you need a medical home? Are you in need of healthcare services? If you answered yes to the questions above, then look no further!  Our new clinic in Sunland will be opening on April 10th, 2017 and we are so happy to join the Sunland community! The new clinic site with state of the art technology is located at 8316 Foothill Boulevard in Sunland and sits…

Honey, I strapped the kids!

If you think that going through pregnancy is the toughest part of parenthood, well, think again. The real challenge starts when we deal with safely handling car seats. Many of us can relate to this picture, right!?? So, you better buckle up! One interesting adventure is on the way! Sometimes it is confusing when it comes to choosing a good car seat and knowing how to install it, but first, parents should know the rules…

Covered CA Open Enrollment: Ends January 31st

Covered CA open enrollment period began on November 1st 2016. Since then, we have been working hard to ensure our patients and our community members have access to health coverage. Did you know that 1.3 million Californians are renewing their coverage and 258,158 new consumers have signed up during this enrollment period? Here at CCHC, we have Certified Enrollment Counselors at each clinic and in the Outreach & Enrollment department that can assist with Covered…

CCHC’s First Annual Toy Drive & Giveaway – A BIG SUCCESS!

On December 17, 2016, CCHC hosted a memorable fun filled event that provided nearly 600 children a little extra cheer this holiday season. The event brought families together from all walks of life in a moment of joy, kindness, and solidarity. CCHC partnered with the Los Angeles Police Department Foothill Division to host the First Annual Toy Drive & Giveaway, benefitting the Sunland-Tujunga Area. Hundreds of toys were donated, thanks to our community partners at…