Health education

High Blood Pressure - Education Class

• Organization: Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Description: Join us for an interactive class to learn more about what high blood pressure is, tips on managing high blood pressure, and how to use an at-home blood pressure monitor.
• Languages: English,Español, Tagalog, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, register here: www.bit.ly/HighBloodPressureClass. No PCP referral required.

Diabetes: Small Change, Big Difference

• Organization: Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Description: Empower yourself to take charge and manage your diabetes so that you may live a healthy, fulfilling life. Join us for a group class on to learn on how to monitor your health, make lifestyle changes and other SCFHP offerings. Let’s build a strong foundation for your diabetes care.
• Languages: English, Español
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• Age range: All ages
• To sign up, register here: www.bit.ly/SCFHP-ManageDiabetes. No PCP referral required.

High Blood Pressure - Monitoring Program

• Organization: Asian Americans for Community Involvement (AACI)
• Description: 3-month program aimed for seniors with high blood pressure. Participants will receive a blood pressure monitor kit and learn how to accurately track and measure their blood pressure. Limited capacity.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt, 中文
• Age range: 60+
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• call AACI directly at 1-408-975-2339. No PCP referral required.

Asthma Education—Camp Superstuff

• Organization: Breathe California
• Description: A summer camp for children that blends asthma education with traditional summer camp activities. Participants learn how to manage asthma, recognize and avoid triggers, and learn how and when to take medicine.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 6–12 years old
• Phone: 1-408-998-5865
• Medi-Cal
• To sign up, call Breathe California 1-408-998-5865. No PCP referral required.

Asthma Education—In-Home Assessment

• Organization: Breathe California
• Description: A specialist from Breathe CA will do a walk-through of your home and assess for opportunities where you can improve air quality. They might point out possible hazards like mold, dust, and pet dander, and will give you recommendations on how to improve air circulation.
• Languages: English, Español
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, call Breathe California 1-408-998-5865. No PCP referral required.

Diabetes Prevention Program – Medi-Cal

• Organization: Yes Health
• Description: DPP is year-long, nationally recognized, evidence based program approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for people at risk for type 2 diabetes. Yes Health offers DPP completely digital through a mobile app. This program is for individuals who are at risk of type 2 diabetes but do not yet have a formal diagnosis.
• Languages: English, Español
• Age range: 18+
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, take this at-risk qualification quiz. Spanish quiz here. Eligible members will be prompted to download and register through the Yes Health mobile app.

Diabetes Prevention Program – Cal MediConnect

• Organization: YMCA Silicon Valley
• Description: YMCA Silicon Valley offers a virtual Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) through Zoom. DPP is year-long, nationally recognized, evidence-based program approved by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for people at risk for type 2 diabetes. This program is for individuals who are at risk of type 2 diabetes but do not yet have a formal diagnosis.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 18+
• Cal MediConnect only
• To sign up, members should submit a referral form to YMCA or be referred by their PCP. Eligible members will be contacted by YMCA to complete registration. For more information, see this flyer.

Stress Management, Anger Management, Parenting/Co-parenting

• Organization: ACT for Mental Health
• Description: Services include group classes stress management, anger management and parenting.
• Languages: English, Español
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, call ACT for Mental Health 1-408-287-2640. No PCP referral required.

Summer Swimming Lessons

• Organization: City of San Jose Aquatics Program
• Description: Swimming lessons are offered from June-August at a variety of pools within San Jose. Limited quantities available.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 5 to 12 years-old
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service.

Open Gym Access

• Organization: Indian Health Center
• Description: The Open Gym fitness center has equipment such as ellipticals, treadmills, recumbent bikes, dumbbells, and an assortment of strength and cardio machines. Group fitness classes also available.
• Languages: English
• Age range:13+ (children under 13 require parent or guardian supervision)
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service. PCP medical clearance form required.

10 Steps to a Healthier You — Family Nutrition Education

• Organization: Healthier Kids Foundation
• Description: 10 Steps to a Healthier You is a 3 series workshop for parents and caregivers focused on healthy living by creating healthy habits as a family. Topics include parenting strategies around mealtimes, picky eating, bedtime and screen time, and emotional regulation.
• Languages: English, Español
• Age range: Curriculum designed for adults with children between 0-12 years old.
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, call Healthier Kids Foundation 1-855-344-6347. No PCP referral is required.

WW Wellness Works (formerly Weight Watchers)

• Organization: WW Wellness Works
• Description: SCFHP offers weekly meeting vouchers for weight management coaching as well as an e-tools voucher to access the app for recipes, tips, and more. SCFHP does not cover the cost of food.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 18+
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service. No PCP referral required.

YMCA Healthy Living Day Camp

• Organization: YMCA
• Description: YMCA has partnered with the American Diabetes Association to offer a week-long summer day camp for children who are at high risk of developing Type II Diabetes. Camp takes places in June or July. Children will participate in camp activities and learn about healthy eating and physical activity. Limited space available.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 5–16
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, call YMCA 1-408-351-6403. No PCP referral is required.

SCFHP Baby Shower

• Organization: Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Description: Join us for a virtual baby shower! Learn about SCFHP plan benefits like prenatal classes, breast pumps, what to expect at your prenatal and postpartum visits, newborn care and safety, and more! For more information visit Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 17+
• Medi-Cal only
• To sign up, register here: www.bit.ly/SCFHP-BabyShower. No PCP referral required.

Childbirth Preparation

• Organization: Good Samaritan, El Camino Hospital, or Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
• Description: Taught by childbirth educators, participants explore options for childbirth methods. Classes may cover topics such as stages of labor, pregnancy changes, and delivery.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service.No PCP referral required.

Breastfeeding

• Organization: Good Samaritan, El Camino Hospital, or Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
• Description: Covers common issues that new moms face, including breastfeeding from preparation during pregnancy, through the hospital stay, and the first few weeks at home.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service.

Infant Care

• Organization: Good Samaritan, El Camino Hospital, or Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
• Description: Basic infant care designed for expectant parents and caregivers
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service. No PCP referral required.

Infant/Child CPR and First Aid

• Organization: Good Samaritan, El Camino Hospital, or Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
• Description: For expecting parents and caregivers. Learn how to perform CPR and/or first aid on infants. Practice steps, ask questions, and receive individual assistance.
• Languages: English
• Age range: 13+
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, login to the mySCFHP member portal or call Customer Service. No PCP referral required.

Buckle Up with SCFHP: Keep Your Child Safe

• Organization: Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Description: Car seats and boosters provide protection for infants and children in a crash, yet car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13. That's why it's so important to choose and use the right car seat correctly every time your child is in the car. Join us to learn about proper car seat harnessing, different types of car seats, proper vehicle installation, and more.
• Languages: English
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal Medi-Connect
• To sign up, register here: www.bit.ly/Safe-Car-Seat. No PCP referral required.

STD & HIV Testing Services

• Organization: The Crane Center​
• Description: Free, low-cost, anonymous and confidential HIV and STD testing.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• Flyers: English and Spanish available upon request
• Phone: 1-408-792-3720

Adult Group, Individual, or Telephone Counseling

• Organization: Breathe California
• Description: Breathe California offers a variety of smoking cessation formats such as group classes, individual counseling, and telephone counseling to help smokers through various stages of quitting. The program uses tobacco education, group support, and tools for maintenance to help smokers kick the habit.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, call Breathe California 1-408-998-5865. No PCP referral required.

Youth Group, Individual, or Telephone Counseling

• Organization: Breathe California
• Description: Breathe California offers a variety of smoking cessation formats such as group classes, individual counseling, and telephone counseling to help smokers through various stages of quitting. The program uses tobacco education, group support, and tools for maintenance to help smokers kick the habit.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
• Age range: All ages
• Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect
• To sign up, call Breathe California 1-408-998-5865. No PCP referral required.

Kick It California Helpline

• Organization: Kick It California
• Description: Formally known as 1-800-No Butts, Kick It California has helped people quit for nearly 30 years. Get assistance through individualized coaching, telephone, or chat, and get access to self-help tools.
• Languages: English, Español, Tiếng Việt , 中文
• Age range: All ages
• To sign up, call Kick It CA 1-800-300-8086. No PCP referral required.

Women’s Health – Woman to Woman

• Organization: Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Description: To live well and reduce the risk of serious illness, it is important for women to have an annual physical, or checkup. This interactive health education class will educate women the importance of completing their well-women screenings, as well as have an open discussion among their peers of fears or barriers women may face or experience when completing these exams. Joining this class will help empower and support women to access their health care needs.
• Languages: English
• Age range: All ages
• To sign up, register here:www.bit.ly/Woman-To-Woman. No PCP referral required.

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