Reach Out

HWOMental Health Awareness Training (HWO)The Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) Program made significant strides this year in advancing mental health education and suicide prevention across the Inland Empire. The team trained 204 participants through various initiatives, partnering with different organizations. AmeriCorps (HWO)Reach Out's AmeriCorps Community Health Worker (CHW) program continued to grow and welcomed new members and celebrated 15 graduates. Members completed over 1,200 hours of training and service, supporting community events such as IEHP's Grand Slam in Rancho Cucamonga and assisting with outreach events at the Jurupa Valley Resource Center. Several CHWs also began internships at UC RiversideCommunity Health Workers Pacific Empire College (HWO)Pacific Empire College achieved a major milestone this year with the launch and completion of its first Community Health Worker (CHW) cohorts, making an important step in strengthening California's community health workforce. The accredited institution, founded to address the region's growing need for trained health professionals, has already graduated 57 CHWs. The college also launched a summer CHW program in collaboration with Cajon High School's pre-apprenticeship program, welcoming 17 recent graduates who followed the behavioral health pathway. Work-based Learning (HWO)The Work-based Learning program continued to empower youth across the Inland Empire by connecting high school students to real-world healthcare experiences. This year, 1,396 students participated through internships, job shadowing, career presentations, and site visits, completing 85 internships and 3,128 hours of hands-on learning. Health Professions Conference (HWO)More than 600 high school students from across the Inland Empire came together for the annual Health Professions Conference. The conference offered students the chance to explore diverse healthcare careers and connect with industry professionals. Designed to inspire the next generation of health leaders, the conference featured keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and 24 breakout sessions covering fields such as forensic nursing, emergency medicine, kinesiology, and public health.

YFWMamas y Bebes (YFW)The Mamas y Bebes program supports mothers in strengthening emotional wellbeing and building healthy connections with their babies. This year, 133 women successfully graduated from the program, gaining valuable tools to manage stress, reduce depressive symptoms, and promote positive parent-child bonding. Nurturing Families (YFW)The Nurturing Families program continued to strengthen families by providing free, evidence-based support for parents and caregivers focused on building positive relationships and effective parenting skills. This year, 11 families proudly graduated after completing all core sessions. Healthy Families of America (HFA) (YFW)The Healthy Families America (HFA) program launched this year, marking an exciting step forward in supporting parents and caregivers during pregnancy and early childhood. This free, voluntary home-visiting program provides personalized one-on-one guidance from trained staff who are fully equipped to help families build strong, nurturing relationships with their children. Familias Unidas (YFW)The Familias Unidas program help strengthen family relationships and communication between parents and teens through culturally responsive classes. This year, Reach Out launched cohorts in San Bernardino and Riverside County, where families came together weekly to learn effective ways to build trust, improve communication, and foster mutual understanding. A total of 41 families successfully graduated from the program. Diaper Bank (YFW)The team strengthened its partnership with Community Action Partnership of San Bernardino to sustain and expand the Diaper Bank initiative, ensuring local families have access to the resources they need. The team distributed a total of 7,660 diapers throughout the year to continue supporting children. Chaffey Student Assistance Program (YFW)The Student Assistance Program continued to strengthen youth mental health and resilience across local schools by providing supportive spaces and resources. This year, student wellness centers received 9,474 visits, with 2,548 unduplicated students seeking support. In addition, the team hosted its 3rd Annual Future Forward Resource Fair, which welcomed more than 900 community members and helped families prepare for the school year. The event distributed over 700 backpacks, provided 100 free haircuts, and offered essential resources. Peace Over Violence (YFW)The Peace Over Violence program, implemented in partnership with the Jurupa Unified School District, empowered students in grades 3-12 with the knowledge and tools to build healthier relationships and resolve conflicts peacefully. Through a variety of workshops, 371 students learned about managing emotions, identifying healthy versus unhealthy friendships and relationships, and using communication as an alternative to violence.