In the wake of COVID-19, many changes have occurred. Our lives have shifted from a society that depended on social interactions to work, educate, and build relationships to now a society that is forcing us to distance from one another. A novel virus that keeps us contained in our homes—maybe for months or until a […]
According to the 2010 U.S. Census, 13.4 % of the U.S. population identified themselves as African Americans. Of that 13.4%, over 7 million people reported having a mental health illness. Overall, mental health conditions occur in African American people at about the same or less frequency than in White Americans. However, the historical African American […]
Marisol is a 28-year-old Hispanic female who lives with her husband, 9-year-old daughter, and 4-year-old son. Marisol reported at intake that they reside in a home with two other families and deserved to have more room for her family. Marisol sought services because she was overwhelmed and felt as if she was being “pulled in […]
In these unprecedented times, we are deeply concerned about COVID-19 and its devastating impact on the lives of many. Our clients and families need us now more than ever as they experience increased levels of depression and anxiety while coping with isolation and financial hardships. After several months of operating in a new normal through […]
El Centro de Amistad’s commitment to children, individuals, and families is unwavering during this time. During this period of great uncertainty with COVID-19, our ability to act quickly has been tested and has proven our commitment and dedication to our clients. In order to continue operations and serve our clients, ECDA has implemented telehealth services […]
El Centro de Amistad’s Information System (IS) Department is an administrative team that focuses on clinical billing, data entry, electronic health system, medical eligibility and report generation to name a few. The IS department provides trainings and works closely with El Centro’s Intake and Quality Assurance departments to provide support to the Agency’s clinical team. […]