Health Policy and Wellness

Advancing Fresno County's well-being through ongoing development and implementation of policies and initiatives to shape a healthier community.

The Division of Health Policy and Wellness works to change policies, systems, and environments to make healthy choices accessible and attractive.

The Division of Health Policy and Wellness serves the community through the following programs: Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention (NEOP), also known as CalFresh Healthy Living, Tobacco Prevention Program (TPP), Local Oral Health Program, Health Equity, Health Disparities Program, also known as, the Community Health Worker Network, and Culturally Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS).

Resources

FCHIP - Fresno County Health Improvement Partnership
Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan
Healthy Fresno County Data

CalFresh Healthy Living

CalFresh Healthy Living (Formerly Champions for Change) is a statewide movement of local, state and national partners collectively working toward improving the health status of low-income Californians through increased fruit and vegetable consumption and daily physical activity.

CLAS Standards Training

The Culturally Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Standards Training, designed to equip public health professionals with essential knowledge and tools for delivering culturally sensitive and linguistically accessible healthcare services to the community.

Health Disparities

The Health Disparities Program works with local partners to have Community Health Workers (CHWs) help our underserved communities throughout Fresno County.

Health Equity

Health equity means that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal health. Here, you will find resources for health equity related work and the overall goals for Fresno County residents.

Local Oral Health Program

LOHP is a 5 year state-wide initiative (2022-2027) that supports oral health efforts in Fresno County. The goal of the LOHP is to increase oral health awareness, promote dental resources, and to collaborate with local partners on school-based initiatives.

Meet Our Staff

Tobacco Prevention Program (TPP)

Through education and community engagement, we work to reduce tobacco use and exposure, promoting healthier lives for all in Fresno County.