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Fostering Health & Wellness in the Pajaro Valley since 1998 | | |
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Discover the Power of Nutrition with VeggieRx
HAPPY NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH!
| Victor Rios, Programs Operations Manager, delevering a VeggieRx produce box | |
March is National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme, “Discover the Power of Nutrition,” highlights how access to healthy food and nutrition guidance can help individuals and communities thrive!
Our VeggieRx program brings this idea to life by using food as medicine. Over 12 weeks, participants receive home-delivered produce and/or groceries, plus three nutrition counseling sessions with a registered dietitian.
Through this program, participants experience how nutrition and health are closely connected. The foods we eat can play an important role in supporting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and many other chronic conditions. Even when changes may not be immediately visible, nourishing foods can make a difference over time. Along the way, families gain access to nourishing foods, discover new recipes, and build practical skills that help them make healthy choices and support lifelong wellness.
VeggieRx not only helps families access nourishing food but also supports local farmers. In FY24–25, the program distributed $46,000 worth of produce to households across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito Counties. We’re grateful to Gallardo Organic Farm and Tu Universo Farm for helping supply the fresh produce that makes this program possible!
Interested in learning more? VeggieRx is available to Central California Alliance for Health members managing certain medical conditions. Call our office for more information at (831) 726-4267.
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Personalized Nutrition for Lifelong Wellness
ONE-ON-ONE NUTRTION SUPPORT TAILORED TO YOUR HEALTH GOALS
| Amanda Maroudas, RDN, MPH, CDCES, providing one-on-one nutrition education | |
Curious how personalized nutrition guidance could help you feel your best?
Our Nutrition Services program offers personalized guidance tailored to support your unique health goals. Our experienced nutrition professionals work one-on-one with you to develop realistic, sustainable plans that align with your lifestyle and dietary needs. From chronic illness management to preventive care, we empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed choices and achieve lasting health.
Call our office for more information at (831) 726-4267.
| | See What's Happening on CHT TV HIGHLIGHTING PROGRAMS, WELLNESS TIPS, AND HELPFUL RESOURCES | | |
Have you caught our CHT TV segment? We’re highlighting our programs and services, sharing how they support health, wellness, and care in our community.
Follow along to stay informed and let us know what topics you’d like to see featured next!
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Health Fair Interest Form Now Open!
JOIN US IN FOSTERING COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS
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Each year, CHT's Health Fair brings together 40+ local organizations, businesses, and agencies for a day dedicated to community connection, health promotion, and wellness. Attendees can access free on-site health screenings, participate in interactive activities, and take home valuable health resources.
Interested in joining as a tabling partner? Share your wellness programs, screenings, and educational resources with the community by completing the interest form below!
Event Details: Friday, May 8, 2026 | 2 PM – 5 PM | Watsonville City Plaza, 358 Main St, Watsonville, CA 95076
Deadline: Submit your form by Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Space is limited. Participation will be confirmed shortly after submission.
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Champion Equitable Healthcare in Pajaro Valley
MAKE AN IMPACT ACROSS THE TRI-COUNTY AREA
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CHT hosts five annual events that bring our community together and advance equitable healthcare. Interested in partnering with us? Secure your sponsorship pledge now to maximize your impact throughout our tri-county area.
For more information, contact Nikki Patterson, Development Director, at npatterson@pvhealthtrust.org.
| | Centro de Bienestar Website Launching This Spring
NEW PATIENT-CENTERED ONLINE HUB FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS | | |
We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new Centro de Bienestar website! A patient-centered online space designed to connect our community with wellness resources and opportunities to learn and grow.
This new online hub will feature a calendar of our upcoming classes, information about available resources, and simple steps to sign up for our programs. We’ll be adding more helpful content over time, including recipes, nutrition tips, and other resources to support your well-being.
Stay tuned for the official launch date!
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Daily, Pinto Lake City Park &
Kathleen King Community Room
Enjoy fun, all-level Mat Pilates and Zumba classes to get moving and feel great. No cost for Alliance members; donation-based for others.
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Tuesday, March 24, at 6 PM
Watsonville Public Library
Join us for an interactive and fun experience where you’ll cook alongside a Registered Dietitian and enjoy delicious food! No cost, all are welcome to attend!
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Marina, Seaside, & Watsonville
We’ll be offering free A1C and blood pressure checks, quick diabetes risk assessments, and healthy eating demos. No cost or appointment needed, just stop by!
| | | Together, We Can Create Lasting Change - Donate Today! | | Every gift helps open doors to health, wellness, and opportunity in the Pajaro Valley. Help us create a community where everyone thrives! | | | | |
