BACH Talks
Behind the Numbers: Meeting the Health Needs of Fremont’s Unhoused Residents
Discover how homelessness is impacting our community—and how Bay Area Community Health is delivering life-saving care where it’s needed most. With 76% of unhoused Fremont residents living unsheltered, our Street Medicine and Enhanced Care Management teams are closing critical gaps in health, housing, and hope. Read how you can help support dignity, stability, and healing for vulnerable neighbors.
COPD Awareness Month: Helping Our Community Breathe Easier
Learn more about how our clinic provides free air purifiers to qualifying Santa Clara County residents with COPD, asthma, or other respiratory conditions. This small but meaningful resource helps patients reduce exposure to irritants and breathe more comfortably at home.
Bay Area Community Health Relocates Administration Office to McKee Health Clinic
This strategic move places BACH’s executive and administrative leadership at the center of its service area, which extends from South Hayward to Gilroy.
Honoring a Legacy: Dr. Zettie D. Page III Receives 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award
We are honored to announce that Dr. Zettie D. Page III, CEO of Bay Area Community Health, has been awarded the 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award by the National Association of Community Health Centers.
Care Can’t Wait: Supporting Our Community in Accessing Care
At Bay Area Community Health, we believe that access to care should never be delayed. That’s why we launched the Care Can’t Wait campaign.
Thank You for Making Our Gatsby Gala a Success
Held in true Gatsby style, the night was filled with elegance, energy, and emotion.
A Three-Year Journey Toward Better Health
From 2022–2024, Bay Area Community Health improved preventive care, screenings, and chronic disease management. BMI, statin use, HIV testing, blood pressure, and A1C control are all up—showing real progress for a healthier, more resilient community.
Bay Area Community Health Named 2025 Health Access Hero
This recognition celebrates the power of partnerships in expanding access to care and improving health outcomes across our communities.
Bay Area Community Health Awarded Opioid Settlement Grant to Expand Substance Use Disorder Services
We’re proud to announce new funding that will help us expand life-saving services for those hit hardest by the opioid epidemic in Alameda County. With this critical support, BACH will deliver integrated substance use and mental health care directly to where it’s needed most.
Bridging Cultures, Healing Together: ARISE Wellness Workshops Uplift East Asian Communities
Blending traditional Chinese medicine with mental health support, our ARISE workshops offer East Asian communities a welcoming space for healing, connection, and care. See how this unique program is transforming lives.
We’re Excited to Announce Our New Behavioral Health Webpage!
Explore Our New Behavioral Health & Social Services Hub
Breaking the Stigma: Making Mental Health Care Part of Everyday Health
Mental Health Awareness Month is the perfect time to check in with ourselves and how we treat our emotional well-being.
There’s No Wrong Door at BACH, Making Mental Health Accessible to All
Mental health can feel complicated, but getting care shouldn’t be. At Bay Area Community Health (BACH), we follow a "no wrong door" policy when it comes to mental health.
This National Women’s Health Week, Take Charge — Because We Deserve Better
As we observe National Women’s Health Week, we celebrate the incredible progress made in women’s healthcare — and acknowledge that the journey is far from over.
How Volunteering with BACH Shaped Nilab Rahim’s Career
Nilab Rahim’s journey with Bay Area Community Health (BACH) began with a simple yet powerful motivation: to give back to the community that shaped her.
Meet BACH’s New COO: A Leader Dedicated to Community Health
Bay Area Community Health is proud to introduce our new Chief Operating Officer, Carl Walters II! With over four decades of experience in healthcare—much of it dedicated to the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) movement
BACH at NACHC P&I in Washington, DC: Strengthening Advocacy and Representation
Bay Area Community Health (BACH) proudly represented our communities at the NACHC Policy & Issues Forum in Washington, DC. Engaging with policymakers, we championed health equity, funding, and access for underserved populations. Our advocacy strengthens community health centers, ensuring quality, affordable care remains a national priority. Together, we drive change!
Support BACH Superheroes Run & Gatsby Gala!
Be a Hero, Make an Impact! Join BACH for the Superheroes Run (April 27) and Gatsby Gala (August 9) to support vital healthcare services. Whether you run, walk, or celebrate in style, your participation makes a difference. Sign up today and help build healthier communities for all!
Diabetes Education in South Santa Clara County: A New Initiative Launching in March
Bay Area Community Health (BACH) is launching a free Diabetes Education Program, funded by the AWS Grant, to empower residents with essential tools for managing and preventing diabetes. Offering bilingual support, hands-on workshops, and expert guidance, this initiative addresses rising diabetes rates in underserved communities.
Press Release: Bay Area Community Health Achieves 100% Success in HRSA OSV Audit
Bay Area Community Health (BACH) is proud to announce a monumental achievement: passing the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Operational Site Visit (OSV) with 100% compliance and no findings. This extraordinary accomplishment is a testament to our team's unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care, operations, and community service.