The Cambodian Family
PROGRAMS
Healthy Changes Program
Healthy Changes Program (HCP) aims to increase access of underserved, low-income, Limited-English proficient (LEP) residents of Orange County (OC) to culturally and linguistically appropriate preventive health and health care services, information and resources for cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. We have learned that our Cambodian community members continue to face a lot of barriers when accessing health care services. Reported barriers include: lack of English, lack of transportation, lack of ability to navigate the OC’s complex health care system, significant concerns about their health beliefs and practices, lack of ability to complete intake/medical forms, and lack of culturally and linguistically competent health care providers. HCP has been created to help address these gaps in accessing health care services for the Cambodian population. HCP program offers: Individual/group health education regarding diabetes, heart disease, and stroke Health navigation/care coordination/case management services provided by our bilingual/bicultural health navigators Preventive health screening Nutrition education and healthy cooking demonstration classes Exercise class, walking club, and yoga class Translation and interpretation services
This program serves approximately 300 participants per year and outreaches to over 2,000 community members per year. Our program offers wellness activities and health-promoting classes on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis. We are proud to report that over 90% of our participants reported that they had better access to preventive health and health care services as a result of participating in our program. Moreover, an increase in physical activity within the past week was reported by 92% of our participants and 80% of participants reported that they have consumed more fruits and vegetables and less sugar and salt. In addition, 90% of our program participants reported that they have had at least one preventative health screening within the past year.
State Opiod Response (SOR
The State Opioid Response (SOR) program is a federal initiative administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to help states and territories address the opioid and stimulant misuse crisis. It funds prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery services for opioid use disorder (OUD) and stimulant use disorder (StUD) The SOR program aims to: • Prevent opioid, stimulant, and other drug misuse and associated harms. • Identify and treat OUD and StUD. • Reduce morbidity and mortality from substance use disorders. • Support recovery and improve health and wellness for people who use drugs.
1) Develop educational materials and training programs for CHWs and community leaders
2) Host focus groups to develop efforts to reach the target populations.
2) Conduct outreach through social media, reaching 2,000 community members.
3) Identify 10 community leaders to receive our tailored training
4) Identify and recruit 10-15 CHWs to receive our tailored training.
6) Collaborate with MATCONNECT community clinics to increase awareness and use of referral pathway
Engage and educate community members in one-on-one and group workshops, educating at least 150 participants annually.
Plan Ahead Youth Program
Plan Ahead Youth Program is an after-school academic and youth enrichment program. For over 30 years, our youth program has helped thousands of young people and their families succeed. Our program has been highly successful helping youth to graduate from high school and go on to college. We've made a positive impact on many youths over the decades. PAYP helps youth improve their academic performance, develop character strengths, and maintain good health. We do this through: • Homework Assistance/Tutoring • Financial Literacy • Leadership & Teamwork • Community Service & Advocacy • Prepare for College/SATs • Social Activities and Friendship • Career Exploration • Self Care and Emotional Wellness
We served 50-70 students and 15-30 parents annually.
Early Intervention Services for Older Adult
The Early Intervention Services for Older Adult Program (EISOA) For over 38 years, our agency has developed expertise in helping Limited-English-proficient immigrants and refugees, particularly Cambodian men and women who are the survivors of Cambodian genocide work through their barriers to adjustment and make progress towards well-being and family self-sufficiency. Our population lived through nearly four years of concentration camp-like conditions in the Khmer Rouge “killing fields” before coming to America as refugees. Many have suffered torture, starvation, separation from family, and deprivation of religion and culture. Almost four decades later, most refugees still suffer from the effects of their experience and were frequently reported to have high rates of PTSD (62%) and depression (51%) (Marshall et al., 2005). The Early Intervention Services for Older Adults (EISOA) Program is a collaborative program with the Multi Ethnic Collaborative of Community Agencies (MECCA). EISAO aims to prevent the onset of behavioral health conditions through providing outreach, social support, and treatment to older adults, creating and fostering healthy and integrated lifestyles; promoting healthy and active aging and improving levels of socialization and functioning, mental health status and quality of life. The EISOA program offers: Educational Classes Skill-building Workshops Support Groups Cultural Awareness and Integration Comprehensive Assessments Home Visits and Case Management Socialization Support and Activities Referrals to Resources and Services
This program has provided over 300 home visits, 50 educational groups, and 30 socialization groups. We have referred and linked our participants to over 300 community resources.
Student Loan empowerment Program
The Student Loan Empowerment Program at The Cambodian Family provides free education, personalized support, and case management to California student loan borrowers. In partnership with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI), the program helps borrowers understand their repayment options, resolve student loan issues, and make informed financial decisions. With more than $156 billion in outstanding federal and private student loan debt across California, the program is committed to empowering borrowers with the resources and guidance they need to achieve financial stability. Our Services: Case Reviews Evaluations of the borrowers particular loan type(s) and unique situations Payment Planning Understand plans and options that best fit borrower Student Loan Forgiveness Screening Opportunities to qualify for forgiveness and cancellation programs Legal Aid Referrals Connections to legal assistance (subject to income limits)
The Student Loan Empowerment Program reaches more than 7,000 community members through outreach efforts, increasing awareness of student loan resources and financial education opportunities. More than 70 participants strengthen their knowledge of student loan repayment options and personal finance through web-based and in-person workshops, while over 60 borrowers receive individualized counseling that helps them make informed financial decisions, reduce student loan debt, overcome repayment barriers, and build greater long-term financial stability.
CONTACT
The Cambodian Family
1626 E 4th St
Santa Ana, California 92701-5148
Amina Sen-Matthews
Phone: 714-571-1966 ext. 1003