activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 12
- Community Support and Fundraising Initiatives Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsHosts annual fundraising events including a golf tournament and gala, and operates an Adopt-a-Family Program to support individuals and families in need within the communities served.
- Community Support and Fundraising Programs Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsHosts annual fundraising events including a golf tournament and gala, and operates an Adopt-a-Family Program to support individuals and families in need.
- Dental Care Services Mobile and Fixed Community Medical ClinicsOffers dental care services Monday through Friday at multiple locations in Merced, CA, including Merced – Ranchero and Merced West Childs, as part of a broader network of clinics serving rural communities in the Central Valley.
- Digital Patient Access and Telehealth PlatformEnables patients to schedule appointments, access test results, view medical bills, complete pre-visit tasks, and communicate securely with providers via the MyChart app and online platform, including virtual visits and proxy access for family caregivers.
- Food Pharmacy ProgramOperates a food pharmacy program that provides nutritious food to individuals and families in need, supported through monetary donations, as part of integrated health and social support services.
- Food Pharmacy Program Food Pantry and Voucher DistributionOperates a food pharmacy program that provides nutritious food to individuals and families in need, supported by monetary donations.
- Home-Based and Coordinated Care Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationDelivers home-based medical care through trained staff with visit frequency tailored to individual needs, and provides coordinated transportation to off-site medical appointments using handicap-accessible vehicles.
- Home-Based and Coordinated Care Programs Non-Emergent Medical Appointment TransportationDelivers home-based care through medically trained staff with visit frequency tailored to individual needs, and provides coordinated transportation to off-site medical appointments using handicap-accessible vehicles for patients requiring additional support.
- Integrated Patient Portal (MyChart) Patient Portal & Digital Access SystemsProvides patients with secure digital access to medical services through MyChart, enabling appointment scheduling for pediatrics, internal medicine, and family medicine; secure messaging with providers; access to test results, medications, and medical bills; and proxy access for family members.
- Pharmacy Services Community Pharmacy ServicesOperates pharmacy services with extended weekday and Saturday hours at multiple locations in Merced, including inside the Urgent Care & Senior Health and Wellness building, providing prescription services and integrated access to medications through clinic sites.
- Pharmacy Services Community Pharmacy ServicesOperates pharmacy services with extended weekday and Saturday hours at multiple locations in Merced, including inside the Urgent Care & Senior Health and Wellness building, providing prescription services and integrated access to medications and medical records.
- Primary and Specialty Medical Care Services Comprehensive Primary Care ServicesProvides comprehensive medical services including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, adult medicine, optometry, podiatry, and women’s health through over 45 clinics across Merced, Modesto, and twelve rural communities in California’s Central Valley. Services are offered Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with urgent care available Monday through Saturday with extended weekday hours and same-day visits.
capacity building · 2
- Healthcare Workforce Development Healthcare Career Scholarships for Underserved CommunitiesProvides nursing scholarships to support aspiring healthcare professionals, contributing to long-term capacity building in underserved regions of California.
- Healthcare Workforce Development Healthcare Career Scholarships for Underserved CommunitiesProvides nursing scholarships to support aspiring healthcare professionals as part of capacity-building efforts.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- All-inclusive care model for older adults PACESupports elderly patients in maintaining independence through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which integrates comprehensive medical and social services tailored to individual needs.
- Co-located, multi-specialty integrated clinic model integrated_clinic_modelOperates integrated clinic complexes where multiple health services are co-located in one geographic area to streamline access and coordination of comprehensive care.
- Community as partner in health delivery and advocacy community_partnership_model, community_health_advocacyEngages communities as active partners in both the delivery of care and broader advocacy efforts, including improving access to healthy food and clean air, to address social determinants of health.
- Community partnership and collective action model community_partnership_modelEngages the community as an active partner in improving health care access and quality through collective action, advocacy, and philanthropy, leveraging local resources and priorities to drive sustainable health improvements.
- Community philanthropy and collective action for sustainability collective_action_philanthropy, community_fundraisingMobilizes community fundraising and collective philanthropy to sustain and improve access to high-quality primary care for low-income and underserved populations.
- Decentralized network for community-based access decentralized_clinic_networkDelivers care through a decentralized network of clinics across urban and rural areas to increase reach and accessibility for underserved populations.
- Decentralized, community-based clinic network decentralized_clinic_networkDelivers healthcare through a decentralized network of clinics across urban and rural communities to increase geographic access for underserved populations, ensuring services are available close to where patients live.
- Digital tools to enhance patient engagement and access digital_health_accessLeverages digital patient portals to enable self-scheduling and remote management of health needs, improving continuity and patient control over care.
- Expanded and flexible patient access extended_access_hoursIncreases accessibility to care through extended pharmacy hours (including evenings and Saturdays), open-access walk-in visits, and digital tools like patient portals for self-scheduling and remote health management, reducing barriers related to time, transportation, and appointment availability.
- Extended and open access to reduce barriers extended_access_hours, open_access_careIncreases patient access by offering extended pharmacy hours, including evenings and Saturdays, and walk-in care without appointments to accommodate diverse patient needs.
- Integrated interdisciplinary care model for elderly patients Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)Uses a comprehensive, team-based approach—coordinating medical, social, and support services—to enable older adults to remain independent while receiving individualized care through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
- Integrated, co-located multidisciplinary care model integrated_clinic_modelBy operating an integrated clinic complex with co-located medical, dental, and other health services, the organization enables comprehensive, coordinated care in a single location, improving patient access and continuity. This is supported by interdisciplinary care teams that collaborate with patients and families to develop individualized care plans.
- Standardized clinical operations for routine care standard_clinic_hours_operation, routine_clinical_careProvides consistent access to medical and dental services during standard weekday hours, including midday closures, to support routine clinical care delivery.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
Adopt-a-Family Program
Community support initiative connecting donors with families in need during the holiday season
Central Valley PACE
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly offering medical, social, home care, and transportation services to older adults who wish to live independently.
Food Pharmacy
Provides essential nutritious food to individuals and families in need through monetary donations and community support.
GVHC Care Fund
Supports critical patient needs, enhances care delivery, and funds community health initiatives across GVHC clinics
Immunizations and Vaccines
Provides vaccines and immunizations through IZZ Hubs and Vaccine Centers across the service area.
Nursing Scholarships
GVHC Scholarship Fund Program supports aspiring nurses and future healthcare professionals through financial aid.
Telehealth and Virtual Care
Virtual urgent care and telehealth services allowing patients to access care remotely.
Urgent Care
Immediate care services with no appointment needed, available at multiple locations including Merced and Modesto.
Women’s Health
Wellness visits and health services tailored for women, available at Merced and Modesto locations.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Epic Systems Corporation Partner — Provider of the MyChart platform used by Golden Valley Health Centers for patient portal services.
- GVHC Foundation Board of Directors Partner — Provides leadership and guidance to support the foundation's mission and fundraising efforts.
- Golden Valley Health Centers Network — Central Valley PACE is operated by Golden Valley Health Centers as part of its network of services.
- The Joint Commission Government — Certifies Golden Valley Health Centers as a Primary Care Medical Home and has awarded the Gold Seal of Approval for quality care.
- you, the community Partner — Collaborates with the community to provide quality primary health care services to those in need.