Leading recuperative care provider partners with mission-based food company to reach vulnerable populations LOS ANGELES, January 13, 2020 – There was a meeting of the minds when National Health Foundation (NHF) signed a contract to bring Everytable’s food to its guests experiencing homelessness. NHF believes in removing barriers to health and Everytable affirms that […]
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National Health Foundation receives an early holiday gift from Albertson’s & Von’s Nourishing Neighbors Community Relief Fund
Tis the season of giving! We are so excited to announce an early holiday gift from Albertson’s & Von’s Foundation in the form of a $100,000 grant! The $100,000 grant was awarded to NHF to aid our Community Initiatives team in their efforts to address food insecurity and access in under-resourced communities. Funding will be […]
Looking Ahead: 2021, A Year for Park Equity
Within the last several years there has been growing momentum to address park equity and the lack of green space in under-resourced communities that are largely inhabited by Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC). This year in particular, taught us how deeply entrenched health disparities are in BIPOC communities and how access to green space […]
Press Release: National Health Foundation Tackles Food Insecurity with Drive-Thru Food Distribution
National Health Foundation Tackles Food Insecurity with Drive-Thru Food Distribution Nearly 500 households expected to visit community-based non-profit and its partners in Pico-Union LOS ANGELES, November 18, 2020 – More than 1 in 4 households in Los Angeles County have experienced food insecurity since the start of the pandemic, according to a recent study […]
Behind the Scenes with Chrysalis & NHF Part III
In our third and final installment of our Behind-the-Scenes: Project Roomkey series, we meet current guests Jeremy and Sheryl who share powerful testimonials of their prior experiences living on the streets to their current experiences receiving support services from NHF staff and Chrysalis clients. Through our participation in Project Roomkey and partnership with Chrysalis, […]
The Importance of Sexual Health Education
Teenagers face many difficult decisions when it comes to sexual health and their future. With access to so much information online and the growing presence of social media, teens are exposed to an array of information regarding sexual and reproductive health1. And while many teens turn to social media for trusted information, we also know […]
Community Conversation: Addressing Food Insecurity in Southeast Los Angeles
Food insecurity has been a major health concern in Los Angeles County for years. Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and immigrant communities in LA continue to experience higher rates of food insecurity compared to wealthier, white households. And the negative impact on their health is evident. Higher obesity and diabetes rates, poor cardiovascular health […]
Behind-the-Scenes with Chrysalis & NHF Part II
In Part I of the Behind the Scenes with Project Roomkey series, you learned about National Health Foundation’s participation in Project Roomkey and our partnership with Chrysalis in providing employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to reconnecting with the workforce. We are thrilled to share Part II of the series where you will hear first-hand […]
Behind-the-Scenes with Chrysalis & National Health Foundation
With the launch of National Health Foundation’s Project Roomkey site in May of 2020, NHF explored community partnerships that have made the site a success. This includes a partnership with Chrysalis, a local non-profit dedicated to providing resources and opportunities to individuals who are challenged in attaining employment. Through this partnership we have staffed NHF’s […]
Pico-Union Recuperative Care Virtual Tour
It’s been a while since we last saw each other and at National Health Foundation our team has been working diligently to ensure our recuperative care facilities are providing the highest quality of service and support to our guests. If you are interested in touring our facilities but have not been able to because of […]