
May 2026 Newsletter: Latest News & Updates from Pacific Clinics
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Pacific Clinics employees, clients and families we serve have been impacted by the Southern California fires. For ways to give, click here: Donate to Pacific Clinics Assistance Fund
Pacific Clinics delivers high-quality behavioral health and social services to advance health equity and well-being for children, adults and families. Learn more about our life-affirming services offered on-site, at home, virtual and in the community.
Educational Programs provide students with the skills they need to live successful lives. Our robust programs include early childhood development, classroom consultations in partnership with school districts, adult continuing education programs and parent workshops.
Support Services offer various programs to address social determinants of health, including housing and employment coaching and placement, among other critically needed services.
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Thank you for reading the Pacific Clinics newsletter sharing news about our agency and the communities we serve.

Pacific Clinics’ EHIM department explains how electronic health records increase client engagement and improves treatment by having access their medical records.
Pacific Clinics featured in Pasadena Outlook’s first Celebrating Charity Special Edition.

Pacific Clinics’ MILES Conference forges partnerships to improve support services.

Hope Drop-In Center for homeless youth celebrates it’s 10th annual Thanksgiving Dinner

Register for the 15th Annual CB Technologies Charity Golf Classic on November 8th at Pelican Hill Golf Resort!
We appreciate your continued partnership in changing the lives of vulnerable children. Together, we will make a difference!

Pacific Clinics’ Asian Pacific Family Center, was at the center of 3 PSA segments focusing on reducing stigma within the Chinese community. The PSA’s aired on SINO TV, channel 44.2, in October.

Executive Vice President and Chief Clinical officer, Shawn Caracoza, discusses the importance of mental and physical health and how Pacific Clinics focuses on early and preventative approaches to mental health.

Dr. Luis Garcia provides an assessment of ways the Hispanic community has bucked this trend through a “latticework of relationships through extended family, work colleagues and friends, is prevalent in the Latino community and can help provide an emotional safety net.”

“Scott brings a wealth of thought leadership and insight to this role,” said James Balla, president and chief executive officer of Pacific Clinics. “We are confident that he will make a positive difference in the lives of our clients and their families.”

A Pacific Clinics’ client talks about the stigma of mental illness in the Asian American community and her journey to wellness.

Pacific Clinics clients open up about their mental healthy journeys and the role of Pacific Clinics staff in helping them to achieve recovery and wellness.

The ABC7 news team honors Ms. Leyva by reflecting on her community contributions, personality, and advocacy for mental health services.

In the wake of celebrity suicides, Dr. Garcia explains the importance of talking about mental health issues, early treatment, and cultural diversity in treatment.
Uplift Family Services Job Alerts Get notified about new jobs that match you, and let Uplift Family Services know you’re interested!

Register for Uplift Family Services’ annual tennis marathon.
Myeisha Peguero Gamiño, Chief Communications Officer
mgamino@pacificclinics.org
626-254-5000
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