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Aboelata, Manal J. Abriani, Janelle Aken, Amy Albert, Elizabeth Alcocer, Lolita Alderson, Wolfram Alexander, Janice Alfsen, Wendy Algert, Susan Allen, Sharon Alliger, Tara Alston, Pamela Alvarez, Maria O. Amador, Natividad Andari, Vilma Anderson, Tuere Aquino Lagura, MaryAnn Aragon, Julie Arbour, Rita Armas, Catrina Armstrong, Linda Arrescurrenaga, Andrea Asrani, Anjali Avila, Sylvia Axinn, Mike Baca, Elizabeth Bacha, Jason Baker, Vanessa Baldree, Kathryn Balogh, Jennifer June Barbour, Kyle Barczykowski, Becca Barnard, Craig Baxter, Jennifer Baykal, Tuline Bear, Jennifer Beardsworth, Mariana Bedar, Michael A. Beck, Amy L. Bell, Katherine Beltran, Nadin Beyer, Ashley Bikoff, Rachel Birch-Carl, Susan Bjornsrud, Marlene Blackburn, Kasey Blondin, Kelly Bogan, Carmen Borges, Michael Boyle, Kathryn Boyle, Scott Brainin-Rodriguez, Laura Breck, Irene Briones, Angie Broderick, Bonnie Brood, Elizabeth Brooks, Chandra Brown, Janet Brown, Judy Brown, Karaliese Bullard, Lucy Burton, Hannah Buss, Julia Byrnes, Isabel Stenze Cabral de Lara, Estela Campaigne, Sarah Joy Canali-Ornellas, Jody Cantu, Ruben Cardenas-Duncan, Beatrice Carlisle-Cummins, Ildi Carlson, Sarah Carr, Kendra Carrillo, Sophia Carter, Alice Casey, Maria Chalmers, Arthur Chalmers, Rachel Chandran, Sivakumar Chan, Curtis Chaves, Sally Cheung, Marisa Chichester, Kathy Chilton, Andrea Chin, Lisa Choi, Joanna Mimi Choi, Linda Christopher, Kevin Clay, Geneva D. Clayton, Kate Clingman, Lisa Coatney, Starr Cody, Kathleen M. Coit, Donna M. Connell, Krissy Cosenza, Julie Costa, Madelyn Coit, Donna Covall, Diane Craypo, Lisa Crofton, Catherin Curry, Stephanie Danaher, Carol Darmawi, Fay Darrell, Tricia J. Davis, Beth DeBusman, Mary Delgado, Kersti Lannus Desai, Niyati Dickson, Charlotte M. Do, Jennifer Dominguez, Karina Doppelt, Michelle Eckroad, Dana Edge, Josh Edwards, Jamila Iris Elkin, Mark Engberg, Julie Erwin, Patricia Evangelista, JoAnn Evans, Anne Fairbanks, Laurie Farfan-Ramirez, Lucrecia Farhang, Lili Farrer, Anna Fitzgerald, Patricia Flint, Galen Flowers, Diane Flynn, Michael Fondacabe, Leslie Fong, May Fong, Meuy Foster, Lisa Franklin, Linda Franklin, Pat Fredericks, Doris Friedler, Elizabeth Freedman, Marjorie Fujii, Darlene (Pratt) Fung-A-Ling, Valerie Gabet, Jennifer Galbo, Alicia Gallegos-Milosevich, Denise Gallitero, Gina Garcia, Nancy Garcia, Rodrigo Garcia, Theresa Garen, Andrea Garneau, Katie Garner, Terry Garrett, Luisa Gaspar, Madoka Gibb, Sarah Giovanni, Maria Gipson, Tiffany Goette, Christina Golden, Tiffany Golding, Kenneth Gomez, Luz Gong, J. Elizabeth Gonzalez, Mike Gordon, Scot Graham-Squire, Mike Grey, Myra Groppo, Leah Gross, Jennifer L. Guthrie, Park Haggerty, Suellen Hales, Elizabeth Hamilton, Paula Harper, Richard Harter, Pamela Harvey, Jason Hayter, Vickye Henderson-Souza, Letitia Hernandez, Sandra Heyd, Heather Ho, Olivia Hodges, Marcia Holder-Jackson, KaRyn Hopewell, Rusty Hosfeldt, Julie A. Hoshiko, Mary Houle, Kary Howie, Carlee Huntington, Dorrie Huston, Jenny Israel, Debra Jackl, Rebecca K. James, Paula Jensen, Tracy Lynn Joco, Vena Johnson, Dr. Garey A. Johnson, Katrina Johnson, Timothy W. Johnston, Tyler Jones, Amy Jones, Jacie Jones, Paula Jostad-Laswell, Ariana Karlins, Susan Karoutas, Tasos Z. Kawaguchi, Alice Kemp, Deborah Kettles, Jeanne Khanna, Navina Kocher, Lillie Koomas, Alyssa Krackov, Andrew Kozanian, Tamar Kraus, Sibella Kuhn, Brooke Kupriyanova, Taisiya La Chaux, Bianca Lague, Anna Lam, Jenny Lambert, Rachel A. Lambert, Teresa Harden Landskroner, Ron Lansing, Jeremy Lashea, Katrina Latief, Uzma Laverty, Annette Lawrence, Leslye Leader, Janet Lee, Korin Lenhart, Kitty Lenoir, Linda Leu, Linda Leung, Cindy Levitin, Peggy Leyva, Obiel Lijin, Zhu Linchey, Jennifer Lively, Laura Loader, Jeremy Loya-Talamantes, Michelle Lundeberg, Alette Lyons, Pat Macaulay, Dola Mann-Lev, Shelley Marin, Gerardo Markworth, Adrienne Martin, Lori McCaffrey, Laura McDonald, Janet McDonald, Keith McGuire, Melissa McKean, Michelle McKinley, Craig McKinnon, Joe Mejdani, Taryn Mena, Mona Menefee, Andrea Metz, Mary A. Meyers, Gail P. Mickens, Royalitta Mikkelsen, Leslie Miller, Michael Milligan, Sheila Milosevich, Denise Mitchell, LeAnn Y. Momtaheni, Ida Moody, Sandra Moore, Meredith Moore, Meredith K. Morita, Mina Mount, Michelle Mowery, Leah Mulcahy, Nicolina Naderi, Ramin Nalezny, Sylvie Neelon, Marisa Nelson, Sarah Nguyen, Tu Niebuhr, Deanna Nishio, Stephanie Norback, Nora Norton, Deborah Ogilvie, Robert S. Ojeh, Sylvia O'Kane, Molly Okasaki, Nancy W. O'Keefe Girbal, Patricia Okendo, Jerry Oppen, Michelle Ortiz-Padilla, Maria Ota, Lisa Tremont Paredes Bahnsen, Liz Paul, Susan Paulsen, Geoffrey Peach, Nancy Perez, Lyndsey Perron, Maureen H. Pertschuk, Karen Peters, Joyce Petrich, Megan Pham, Linda Pirruccello, Carole Portello Nelson, Amy Potts, Kimberly Prentice, Bob Pritchett, Katherine Punzal, Mark Queirolo, Sandy Quon, Jennie Raburn, Robert Rau, Jyoti Reed, Shannel Reedy, Aimee Reese, Anaa Reese, Sally Reich, Jessica Reicker, Zetta Reliford, Pamela J. Renner, Rona Richard, Steve Richardson, Alison Richardson, Jackie Rimkus, Leah Risbeck, C. Austin Ritchie, Lorrene Rivas, Nicole Roan, Marian Roberts, Susan Robinson, Kelly Roderick, Audrey Rodriguez, Maritza Roney, Candace Rouse, Barbara Lynn Rosa, Inez Rosales, Ashley Roth, Alan Rozum, Alicia R. Russum, Jacquelyn Ruzer, Liza Ryan, Aby Ryan-Ibarra, Suzanne Saah, Najwa Salas, Heather Samuels, Sara Sanchez, Emerald Sanders, Boyce Santiago, Amor Scarella, Jolene Schilling, Jan Schultz, Eliana C. Schwartzzia, Zia Seavey-Hultquist, Jo Seitz-Hipkins, Manula Sepulveda, Minet Serafin-Dickson, Francine Serna, Karina Setlur, Nisheeta Shah, Rina Shumba, Takudzwa Sills, Elizabeth Silver, Elaine Silva, Maureen Simon, Michele Sippola, Eva Gabel Sirbu, Ellen Sittre, Nicole Smith, Karyn Smith, Leah Smith, Susan Lynn Smith, Tiffany Cyana Smith, Travis Sokolofski, Leah K. Starr, Kris Steeples, Melody Stimson, Jennifer Stone-Francisco, Sarah Strain Robertson, Karen Strange, Jess Strickland, Lori B. Stuart, Susan M. Supple, Courtney Sutherland, Barbara Sutorius, Camelia T. Sutter, Tiffany Sweeney, Kathy Sweeney, Linda Szakal, Ellen Szeto, Marianne S. Taylor, Elaine Thompson, Joan Tibayan, Jeff V. Ting, Deborah Timms, Felicia Torres, Carlos Tyler, Keisha Ueda, Tori Ugalde, Charles Ukpe, Anietie Valero, Veronica Van Vliet, Robin Vance, Trish Villanueva, Mia Villarreal, Miguel Violet, Marie Waipa, Jasmine Wakimoto, Patricia Wallach, Jamie Walsh, Jennifer Wang, Jenny Waters, Julie M. Watterson Bergen Weahunt, Chris Weber, Holly Weiden, Cheryl Wells, Kimby Wells, LaShawnda Wells, Zetta West, Estella A. White, Gwenndolyn Whitfield, Monika Woloshin, Diane Wong, Carina Wong, Catherine Woo, May Woodford, Monique Woodward-Lopez, Gail Wooten, Heather Yamashiro, Lisa Yeh, Joanna Yonge, Richard Young, Jane Chin Yumang, Brian	A Aboelata, Manal J., MPH Program Director Prevention Institute (PI) 221 Oak St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 323.296.5750 tel manal@preventioninstitute.org www.preventioninstitute.org Program Description: Prevention Institute was founded in 1997 to address complex health and social issues. We move beyond approaches that target individuals, one person at a time, to create systematic, comprehensive strategies that change the conditions that impact community health. The organization builds on the successes of a variety of fields and applies them to new challenges in fields such as injury and violence prevention, traffic safety, health disparities, nutrition and physical activity, and youth development. Abriani, Janelle, MPHc MPH Student San Jose State University Santa Clara County jazzoak@hotmail.com Aken, Amy, MPH Initiatives Program Coordinator The Health Trust and Healthy Silicon Valley 2105 S. Bascom Ave. #220, Campbell, Santa Clara County, CA 95008 408.559.5589 tel, 408.559.9515 fax amya@healthtrust.org www.healthtrust.org www.healthysiliconvalley.org Program Description: The vision of The Health Trust is to make Silicon Valley the healthiest region in America. We serve as a community leader by bringing together resources and partners to identify challenges and solve problems. Our work is focused through 3 Initiatives...Healthy Living, Healthy Communities, and Healthy Aging. By focusing on prevention and making changes to our environment, we can have the greatest impact whereby creating environments where everyone can enjoy optimum health. Albert, Elizabeth (Libby) Team Leader United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service (USDA FNS) 90 7th St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94130 415.705.1336 tel elizabeth.albert@fns.usda.gov Alcocer, Lolita, MD Doctor, UCSF Box 0110, 505 Parnassus Ave., Moffitt M691, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94143-0110 415.476.5001 tel lolitaalcocer@hotmail.com Alderson, Wolfram, MS Executive Director Collective Roots PO Box 50784, East Palo Alto, San Mateo County, CA 94303 650.324.2769 tel, 650.324.2769 fax wolfram@collectiveroots.org www.collectiveroots.org Program Description: The mission of Collective Roots is to educate and engage youth and communities in food system change through sustainable programs that impact health, education, and the environment. Collective Roots achieves its mission through the innovative integration and implementation of three program areas: garden-based education, food systems change, and environmental action. We rely on extensive collaboration and partnership to enable all aspects of our work, and we receive the support of hundreds of volunteers in order to achieve our goals and objectives. Alexander, Janice 4-H Special Projects Coordinator University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) 1682 Novato Blvd., Ste. 150B, Novato, Marin County, CA 94112 415.499.3041 tel, 415.499.4209 fax jalexander@ucdavis.edu cemarin.ucdavis.edu/ Alfsen, Wendy, JD ? Coordinator Walk&Roll Berkeley PO Box 13143, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94712 510.883.9725 tel, 510.845.6396 fax wrb@americawalks.org www.californiawalks.org Program Description: Walk&Roll Berkeley is a local walkable community-based advocacy organization promoting walking as routine transportation and physical activity for everyone: families, small children, school age children, adolescents, adults, seniors, disabled. One of its successes is the Berkeley Pedestrian Plan - the first for a City of its size. Current BANPAC project is GOING for GREEN: a Walking Map to Fresh Food in South and West Berkeley: walking with nutritional fresh fruit & vegetable tastings and recipe demos workshops producing a map of walking and nutrition information, in Spanish and English, to promote ongoing healthy walking and eating and featuring farmers' markets and stands. Algert, Susan, PhD, RD Nutrition Advisor UC Cooperative Extension Santa Clara County 1553 Berger Dr., Bldg. 1, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.3104 tel, 408.298.5160 fax salgert@ucdavis.edu cesantaclara.ucdavis.edu/ Program Description: The Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science program helps people better manage their family and personal resources. The program provides research-based information about food and nutrition, food safety, money management, and parenting to residents of Santa Clara County, with an emphasis on families with young children and people with limited resources. Allen, Sharon, MA SDC Teacher Deaf/Hard of Hearing Franklin Elementary 915 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94606 510.879.1160 tel, 510.879.1164 fax sharon.allen@ousd.k12.ca.us Alliger, Tara Nutrition Education Coordinator City of Daly City "Cooking Up W." 101 Lake Marced Blvd., Daly City, San Mateo County, CA 94015 650.991.8298 x 8521 tel, 650.746.8360 fax talliger@dalycity.org Alston, Pamela, DDS Dental Director National Dental Society of the Bay Area (NDSBA) PO Box 30894, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94604 510.567.5774 tel Alston.Pamela@att.net Program Description: The mission of the National Dental Society of the Bay Area (NDSBA) is "to support those who are reaching out to elevate the oral health status of African-Americans and other traditionally underserved groups". We are a volunteer organization that seeks to inform, educate and motivate our members to meet our mission. Our community/corporate collaborators include Colgate-Palmolive Company and the East Bay AIDS Education and Training Center. We participate in activities as varied as health fairs and career days. Alvarez, Maria O., MA Director of Outreach and Communications Interactive Parenting Media Childhood Matters & Nuestros Ni�os Radio Programs 221 Oak St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.663.5437 tel maria@childhoodmatters.org www.childhoodmatters.org, www.nuestrosninos.com Project Description: Based in Alameda, but we serve Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Napa. We produce two radio programs about parenting and child development issues. We use media to educate thousands of parents every weekend. Childhood Matters is our English program hosted by Nurse Rona and aired every Saturday, from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM in GREEN 960AM. We are a call-in program, and have guest in our studio answering question about different topics. We are often addressing childhood obesity and healthy life style promotion. To learn more, visit the Childhood Matters Website. You can go to our Webpage and subscribe to receive our weekly newsletter that tells you the topics will be addressing every week. Nuestros Ni�os, is our Spanish program geared to reach the latino community. Dra. Marisol Munoz, PHD, is the host and has been leading the program since 2003 when started. Nuestros Ni�os covers also parenting and child development issues, with the additional cultural approach our staff and expert guests can offer to the listeners. It's also a call-in program aired live every Sunday Morning from 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM in KLOK 1170 AM, KBBF La Nuestra, and 100.7 FM La Kalle. Childhood Obesity and healthy life style promotion is part of Nuestros Ni�os spirit too. Dra. Marisol received in 2008 the Champions for Change award. To learn more visit the Nuestros Ni�os Website. Amador, Natividad Family Advocate Marin Community Child Development Programs address 251 North San Pedro Rd., San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94954 415.472.1663 tel, 415.499.1597 fax alcanza_naty@sbcglobal.net Program Description: This a State Subsidize Program that offers quality child care for low income families. Could be Center base or Home Day Cares. Andari, Vilma, MS 555 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 119, Redwood City, CA 94063 650.216.9061 tel vandari2000@yahoo.com or nutrahealthfood@yahoo.com Program Description: Consultant for various Health Associations in the Bay Area. Anderson, Tuere, LCSW Director of Health Services Youth Radio (YR) 1701 Broadway, Oakland, Alameda County, CA94612 510.251.1101 tel, 510.899.8770 fax tuere@youthradio.org www.youthradio.org Program Description: Youth Radio's mission is to promote young people's intellectual, creative and professional growth through training and access to media and to produce the highest quality original media for local and national outlets. Youth Radio programs are committed to healthy youth development--serving young people's long-term needs through supportive training programs and media education. Since 1992, Youth Radio has trained thousands of teenagers in broadcast journalism, engineering, Website design, and converged media, as well as providing support services such as personal counseling, physical activities, access to healthy food, and academic advising. Youth Radio students have won national awards for their broadcasts, including the prestigious George Foster Peabody Award, two Edward R. Murrow Awards, and the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award. Aquino Lagura, MaryAnn, MPA Program Coordinator University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) - Alameda County 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.639.1276 tel, 510.748.9644 fax malagura@ucdavis.edu Program Description: The NETA Academy serves early childhood children, educators, and parents. The program aims to improve child health and well being through a comprehensive approach by supporting healthy food choices and an active lifestyle, which will also building an environment that both supports and promotes the adoption of these practices. NETA's primary goal is to increase early childhood education providers capacity to meet the health and nutrition needs of our ethnically diverse children aged 3-5 years old. Aragon, Julie ? Senior Nutrition Program Manager Santa Clara County, CA 1670-A Las Plumas, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95133 408.928.3893 tel, 408.258.6032 fax jaragon@ssa.co.santa-clara.ca.us Program Description: The Santa Clara Senior Nutrition Program serves over 600,000 congregate meals annually at 37 locations and over 600,000 annual home delivered Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors. Our mission is to provide nutrition services to assist persons 60 years and older to live independently by promoting better health through improved nutrition, nutrition education and reducing isolation through coordinated program of support services. Arbour, Rita Nutrition Science Student San Jose State University 1 Washington Sq., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95192 408.626.9266 tel rkaclub@yahoo.com Program Description: The San Jose State University Nutrition Department is involved in providing volunteers for Community Nutrition Campaigns. Armas, Catrina Agency and Nutrition Services Coordinator Alameda County Community Food Bank 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.635.3663 x 341 tel carmas@accfb.org www.accfb.org Armstrong, Linda Program Coordinator N & W Program Marin County, H & HS 899 Northgate Dr., Ste. 415, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94903 415.473.7059 tel, 415.499.6266 fax larmstrong@co.marin.ca.us Arrescurrenaga, Andrea Degreed Nutritionist Native American Health Center - WIC 3124 International Blvd., Ste. 103, Oakland, Alameda, CA 94601 510.434.5304 tel, 510.261.0283 fax andreaar@nativehealth.org www.nativehealth.org Program Description: Native American Health Center WIC strives to provide women, infants, and children with nutrition education, referals, and breastfeeding support. Asrani, Anjali Youth Envision Program Manager Literacy for Environmental Justice (LEJ) 800 Innes Ave., #11, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94124 415.282.6840 tel, 415.282.6839 fax youthenvision@lejyouth.org www.lejyouth.org Program Description: Literacy for Environmental Justice (LEJ) is a youth empowerment and environmental health and justice non-profit organization based in the community of Bayview Hunters Point San Francisco, California. We provide free hands on educational programs to public schools; and paid youth internships in the areas of environmental health, urban restoration, and food access. LEJ is a multi-ethnic organization diverse in age, sexual orientation, class, religion, and worldview. We strive to uphold the inherent value of cultural diversity within our organization as modeled in thriving biological systems. Each year LEJ provides educational programming to approximately 2500 public school students; employs up to 50 youth interns from southeast San Francisco, and hosts an array of community meetings, trainings, and large-scale public events serving thousands of individuals from across the Bay Area. Avila, Sylvia Family Advocate CAPE Inc. 800 Marylin Ave., Livermore, Alameda County, CA 94551 925.606.1175 tel, 925.606.5449 fax sylvia@capeheadstart.org Axinn, Mike Creator/Executive Producer DOOF 2600 20th St., #214, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 510.486.2214 tel, 510.486.2115 fax mike@foodbackwards.com B Baca, Elizabeth, MD Stanford elizabeth.baca.md@gmail.com Bacha, Jason, MD, MS Physician Lucile Packard Children's Hospital 932 Evelyn St., Menlo Park, San Mateo County, CA 94025 734.646.7061 tel jasonbacha@gmail.com Baker, Vanessa Senior Development Associate East Palo Alto Family YMCA 2400 Geng Rd., Ste 120, Palo Alto, Santa Mateo County, CA 94303 650.842.2558 tel vbaker@ymcamidpen.org www.ymcamidpen.org Program Description: The Lewis and Joan Platt East Palo Alto Family YMCA is a community center in the heart of East Palo Alto. This branch had its beginnings in 1989, when the YMCA of the Mid-Peninsula began offering character-building programming to underserved youth in East Palo Alto. Program offerings included (and still include) in-school fitness classes at local elementary schools; youth basketball and soccer leagues; summer and holiday day camps; and the Youth & Government model legislature for teens. The YMCA increased its reach and impact in the East Palo Alto community year after year and in 1996 was chartered as a fully-fledged branch of the YMCA of the Mid-Peninsula. After a $17 million capital campaign and more than seven years of advocacy, planning, and finally construction, the community celebrated the grand opening of a brand new East Palo Alto YMCA facility in February, 2007. This 32,000 square-foot facility offers unprecedented opportunities for health, wellness and community building to the people of East Palo Alto. Currently, the East Palo Alto Family YMCA is serving more than 2,000 members, 90% of whom are East Palo Alto residents. Through a unique income-based fee structure, we are proud to provide financial assistance to 92% of our members to ensure that everyone who chooses may experience the excitement and the engagement of belonging to the YMCA. Baldree, Kathryn Program Associate (Intern) American Diabetes Association 492 9th St., Ste. 300, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.654.4499 x7542 tel, 510.654.7575 fax ADABayArea@Diabetes.org www.diabetes.org Program Description: The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading voluntary health organization dedicated to the fight against diabetes. Balogh, Jennifer June, MSW, MPH Manager Healthy and Active Before 5 (HAB45) 1035 Detroit Ave, Ste 200, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94518 925.676.5442 x3652 tel, 925.676.5829 fax healthyb45@gmail.com healthyandactivebefore5.org Project Description: Healthy and Active Before 5 is an energetic community collaborative. Join us in our efforts to ensure access to healthy foods and safe places to play for all Contra Costa children age 0-5. Let's lower our rates of childhood obesity. Barbour, Kyle, BA, CSCS, USAW-SPC Strength & Conditioning Coach Athercare Fitness and Rehabilitation Clinic 276 Euclid Ave., #301, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94610 k.barbour@hotmail.com Program Description: I am a local Strength and Conditioning Coach interested in being involved with creating healthy and fitness minded communities. Our nation's health is in peril and must be addressed starting at the community level. I am driven to do what I can to assist in this great need. Barczykowski, Becca Project Director and Trainer (Physical Education Programs) YMCA of Silicon Valley 1922 The Alameda, 3rd Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 415.573.5978 tel, 408.351.6437 fax bbarczykowski@scvymca.org www.scvymca.org Barnard, Craig, CDM, CFPP Culinary Instructor Bay Area Community Services BACA 459 22nd St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.926.1172 tel CLBnCA@gmail.com Baxter, Jennifer Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc. 1900 S. Norfolk St., Ste. 290, San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.228.6604 tel, 650.312.7867 fax Jennifer.Baxter@kp.org www.kp.org Program Description: Kaiser Foundation Health Plan - Medical Center. Baykal, Tuline Community Development Coordinator UC Cooperative Extension Alameda County 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway Ste. # 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.639.1361 tel, 510.748.9644 fax tnbaykal@ucdavis.edu Bear, Jennifer Nutritionist Lakeside Elementary 435 Deer Run Rd., Felton, Santa Cruz County, CA 95018 831.335.5644 tel jenjbear@sbcglobal.net Beardsworth, Mariana mbeardsworth@gmail.com Bedar, Michael A., CLNI Eat-Reel: Stories, Documentaries, and Events to Inspire Health Nutrition and Lifestyle Choices (Eat-Reel) michael@eat-reel.org Project Description: With a dozen live events since our inception in August, 2009, and a dozen planned for 2010, plus media interviews and hands on healthy eating, indoor sprouting, and gardening classes, our role is to reach all with eyes to see with the message medically proven message that a pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes diagnosis is not a sentence to a life of medication and metabolic decline. However, prevention is still the best medicine. For both these reasons, we teach a diet abundantly rich in green vegetables, low glycemic fruits, and moderate healthy oils. We combine the inspiring and educational use of the documentary "Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days" with physicians speeches, live healing coaching through those who have reversed disease in themselves, food sampling, and connections with local urban farmers. The documentary film at the heart of these events has been acclaimed as one of the most inspiring stories ever made by T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D., Cornell Professor Emeritus of Nutritional Biochemistry and continues to impress life changing power upon everyone who sees it and follows up through nutritional support. Beck, Amy L., MD, MPH University of California San Francisco Pediatrics Residency Pediatric Leadership for the Underserved (PLUS) Program BeckA@peds.ucsf.edu Program Description: The Pediatric Leadership for the Underserved (PLUS) program of the UCSF Pediatrics Residency trains future physician leaders who are interested in working with and advocating for underserved children. Bell, Katherine Medical Student Stanford School of Medicine 300 Pasteur Dr., Stanford, Santa Clara County, CA 94305-2296 kbell1@stanford.edu Beltran, Nadine ? Y-EFNEP Program Representative UC Cooperative Extension - Alameda County 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2147 tel, 510.748.6812 fax bvbeltran@ucdavis.edu Program Description: The delivery of EFNEP to youth takes on various forms. EFNEP provides education at schools as an enrichment of the curriculum, in after-school care programs and through 4-H EFNEP clubs, day camps residential camps, community center and neighborhood groups. Here in Alameda County EFNEP is focused on a curriculum to educate our youth about the importance of a healthy lifestyle that includes healthy eating and physical activity. The EatFit curriculum is designed to challenge middle school students to improve their eating and fitness choices. The curriculum promotes positive youth development by increasing youth's knowledge of the role nutrition and physical activity has on their health. Beyer, Ashley Student California Polytechnic State University demash@calpoly.edu Bikoff, Rachel, MPH, RD Program Manager California Department of Health Services 1616 Capitol Ave., Ste. 74-516, MS 7204, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 95814 916.449.5307 tel, 916.449.5414 fax rbikoff@dhs.ca.gov Birch-Carl, Susan, MPP susanbc14@gmail.com Bjornsrud, Marlene ? CEO Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (BAWSI) 59 Washington St., #119, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara, CA 95050 408.674.5985 tel marlene@bawsi.org www.bawsi.org Program Description: The Bay Area Women's Sports Initiative (BAWSI, pronounced "bossy") was founded in 2005 by US Olympic and World Cup soccer star Brandi Chastain and former San Jose CyberRays General Manager Marlene Bjornsrud. BAWSI's mission is to create programs and partnerships through which women athletes bring health, hope and wholeness to our community. Our anchor program, BAWSI Girls, is an after-school fitness program for girls on 12 elementary school campuses. Salud por Vida (Health for Life) is an exercise and nutrition program for the Latina moms of BAWSI Girls and is conducted jointly with BAWSI Girls at 4 elementary schools. BAWSI Rollers is led by paralympians as an after-school sports and exercise program for kids in wheelchairs. It is on 3 elementary school campuses. BAWSI Women Running the Country is a free, 8-week online fitness training program for busy women, culminating in the Silicon Valley 5K in November. BAWSI Dads and Daughters is a program that encourages dads to take their daughters to see women athletes compete, building and reinforcing hopes and dreams that their daughters become strong, confident, empowered women. Blackburn, Kasey, PhD Director of Programming Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley 518 Valley Way, Milpitas, Santa Clara County, CA 95035 kasey@bgclub.org Program Description: We provide health and life skills programming to over 5000 youth in Santa Clara County. Health & Fitness is one of our largest funded program areas. Our Vision To inspire and support all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring adults. Our History: Over 62 years of service to youth in Santa Clara County; Merged with Boys & Girls Clubs of America in 1992; Annually we serve over 7,000 youth through our programs and facilities. Our Strategy: our work with children and youth is based on a two-pronged strategy - foster and promote youth development and build developmental assets through enrichment programming and interaction with trained youth development professionals; support academic competence through our homework centers and standards-based programs. Our Membership: 63% Hispanic and Latino; 14% African-American; 7% Asian-Pacific; 12% Caucasian; and 4% multi-racial. Approximately 65% of our membership are from single family homes, and 89% are from low or very low income families. Our Programs Areas: Health & Life Skills; Character & Leadership; Literacy; Technology; Science; Education & Career Development; Arts & Enrichment, and Sports & Recreation. Our Staff: Boys & Girls Club staff members are caring, trained youth development professionals. Our staff receives over 25 hours of training annually and these trainings are aligned with the 14 Exemplary Practices in Afterschool. Blondin, Kelly Healthy Habits Coordinator Coastside Children's Programs (CCP) 494 Miramontes Ave., Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, CA 94019 760.458.2423 tel kblondin@post.harvard.edu Program Description: Coastside Children's Programs is an all-day preschool and school-aged after school program. An important element of the program is our Healthy Habits curriculum that teaches children about nutrition and physical activity. Kids are involved in hands-on cooking projects and gardening. Bogan, Carmen Be Active Coordinator Bay Area Regional Nutrition Network 1943 Rosecrest Dr., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94602 510.482.8827 x 2 tel, 510.531.2076 fax carmenbo@pacbell.net Borges, Michael, MBA CEO SchoolNutritionAndFitness.com 245 Fischer Ave., Bldg. A-5, Costa Mesa, Orange County, CA 92626 714.396.9553 tel, 714.464.4372 fax mborges@schoolnutritionandfitness.com www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com Program Description: We provide a custom website for school food and nutrition departments which includes all of the �must have� things like Menus, Staff Contact Info, Meal Application Info, Wellness Policy, Lunch Prepayment Options. It also includes links to top Nutrition sites around the country. The huge benefits are in the sections that really promote the strengths of a district nutrition department like �Nutrition�, �Sports Nutrition� (for school aged athletes) and �Fitness�. The goal is communicate that Nutrition and Fitness go hand in hand. There are sections for Students, Teachers and Parents. Students will find interactive online nutrition Games, Activities and Comics, where they can have fun and learn about the benefits of good nutrition and staying physically active�all leading to making healthy choices that will last a lifetime. An objective is to help districts make the Wellness Policy come alive with a section for Teachers, complete with Classroom Resources, Lesson Plans and Power Points on nutrition that they can download and use to teach nutrition in the classroom. There is also an area for Parents with Healthy Snacks Tips, Healthy Recipe Ideas and tips for Starting a Garden with their kids. They will also find links to learn more about raising healthy kids and living a healthy lifestyle. Boyle, Kathryn Project Manager Kaiser Permanente - Community Benefit Programs 1800 Harrison St., 25th Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.625.6378 tel, 510.625.6398 fax kathryn.f.boyle@kp.org www.kp.org/communitybenefit Program Description: Kaiser Permanente's mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. Inspired by this mission, Kaiser Permanente developed the Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) program in California to address the growing obesity epidemic. HEAL's multifaceted, long-term approach includes: � Health care industry leadership � Community investment � Partnerships and public policy Kaiser Permanente's HEAL investments work to empower communities to transform their neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and health care settings so that healthy food is convenient and affordable, and physical activity is part of daily life. Boyle, Scott, MA ? Regional Director Joy of Sports Foundation PO Box 2637, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94912 415.225.0353 tel scott@joyofsports.org www.joyofsports.org Program Description: The Joy of Sports Foundation (JSF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded in 1989 and has since served over 30,000 children. Our mission is to inspire at-risk children to grow healthy in body, mind, and spirit by teaching them critical life success skills through sports. Utilizing a variety of sport-based educational programs, we currently serve children in the Washington, D.C., San Francisco and San Diego metropolitan areas. JSF programs have been recognized as models by the President�s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Head Start Bureau, the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and the United States Tennis Association. The White House has also recognized JSF as a Point of Light in appreciation of our service to at-risk children. Generous support from foundations, government, corporations, and private individuals, has fueled our continued growth over the past sixteen years�enabling JSF to make a significant and lasting positive impact in the lives of thousands of disadvantaged children in the communities we serve. Brainin-Rodriguez, Laura, MPH, MS, RD ? Coordinator Feeling Good Project Nutrition Services, San Francisco Department of Public Health 30 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 220, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.575.5687 tel, 415.575.5797 fax laura.brainin-rodriguez@sfdph.org Program Description: The Feeling Good Project is funded by the California Department of Health Services, California Nutrition Network (CNN) for Healthy, Active Families whose mission is to create innovative partnerships so that low-income Californians are enabled to adopt health eating and physical activity patterns as part of a healthy lifestyle. We are part of the Nutrition Services Program of the San Francisco Department of Public Health. We aim to improve the nutritional well-being and physical activity of low-income San Francisco residents by providing nutrition education to increase consumption of fruits and vegetables, promoting daily physical activity with the goal of preventing chronic disease. For more information on our activities and materials go to www.dph.sf.ca.us/PHP/MCH/FeelingGood.htm. Breck, Irene Certified Natural Chef Bauman College, Santa Cruz, CA irenebreck@yahoo.com Program Description: Please refer to: http://www.bauman.org. Briones, Angie, MPA Executive Director Estrella Family Services (EFS) 1155 Meridian Ave., Ste. 110, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.269.7827 tel, 408.265.7824 fax angie.briones@estrellafamilyservices.org www.estrellafamilyservices.org Program Description: Estrella annually provides preschool, before and after school care, camping opportunities, and family support services to more than 400 predominantly low-income, single-parent families and their children. Our focus is on early intervention to ensure that children achieve their developmental milestones including the adoption of healthy behaviors that will help them succeed in school and in life. Broderick, Bonnie Program Manager Santa Clara Co. N & W 976 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.792.5216 tel, 408.947.8745 fax bonnie.broderick@hhs.co.santa-clara.ca.us Brood, Elizabeth, BA Public Health National Program Director Fitness Forward elizabeth.brood@fitnessforward.org Program Description: The mission of Fitness Forward is to Lead Youth to Live Well. Integrating scientifically grounded evidence, web and paper-based technologies, targeted social marketing, training of key school leaders and parent education, we aim to reverse the dangerous rise in childhood obesity, diabetes and mental illness. We hope for and are working to create a day when all children, regardless of background or circumstance, will grow up with the knowledge, motivation and tools to lead healthier, happier lives. Our vision is a world where children have an equal opportunity for high self-esteem and a disease-free future, obesity is once again an uncommon disease, quality of life is enhanced, and diabetes, heart disease and cancer are greatly diminished. We value community collaboration and strive to develop relationships with like-valued organizations throughout our regions of service, knowing that our work together towards this shared vision will shape a healthier reality for future generations. Fitness Forward programs focus on youth and their families in urban, suburban and rural US communities, with schools and summer programs as the primary vehicle for delivery of our Drive 2 Fitness (D2F), Personalized Wellness Planning - Health Mentor Corps, and Children's Playbook initiatives. Brooks, Chandra Development Coordinator San Juan Bautista Child Development Centers (SJBCDC) 1945 Terilyn Ave., San Jose, San Clara County, CA 95122 408.455.6802 tel brookschandra@yahoo.com www.sjbcdc.org Program Description: SJBCDC was developed in 1971 to support working families in Santa Clara County with subsidized and non-subsidized licensed child care that was reliable, affordable and of the very highest quality. We service about 500 children (infant/toddler, Pre-K and school age) at 13 different sites in Santa Clara County. Brown, Janet Program Officer for F/S Center for Ecoliteracy 2528 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94702 510.845.4595 tel janet@ecoliteracy.org Brown, Judy Senior Library Assistant Santa Clara City Library 2635 Homestead Rd., Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, CA 95051 408.615.2628 tel jbrown@santaclaraca.gov www.library.santaclaraca.gov Program Description: Youth Services Department of the Santa Clara City Library, which provides information and programming for children and families. Brown, Karaliese, MEd, RD Regional Nutrition Education Consultant Network for a Healthy California Alameda County Office of Education, CHKRC 313 W. Winton Ave., Room 176 Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544-1198 510.670.4562 tel, 510.670.4582 fax kbrown@acoe.org Bullard, Lucy Project Coord./Com. Organizer United Seniors of Oakland & Alameda County 8 Eastmont Town Center, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94605 510.729.0582 tel, 510.729.0796 fax lbullardUSOAC@aol.com Burton, Hannah, MA ? Policy Analyst Public Health Law Program 180 Grand Ave., Ste. 750, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.302.3342 tel, 510.444.8253 fax hlaurison@phi.org www.healthyplanning.org Program Description: The Public Health Law Program develops tools for training advocates in the relationship between the built environment and public health, and provides technical assistance for creating and implementing land use policies that support healthier communities. Buss, Julia, RN Your Care Plan info@yourcareplan.org www.yourcareplan.org Program Description: I am a nurse and author of Your Care Plan, a nurse's guide to healthy living. I have a Website for nurses at www.yourcareplan.org. Your Care Plan's goal is for all nurses to be advocates for improving everyone's access to fresh foods, and to be able to make healthy lifestyle choices because their environment supports them to do so. Byrnes, Isabel Stenzel, MSW, MPH ? Community Outreach Coordinator Lucile Packard Children's Hospital 1775 Story Rd., Ste. 130, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95122 408.874.1874 tel, 408.254.7838 fax ibyrnes@lpch.org Program Description: I teach up to 12 kids or teens and their parents weight control classes in East San Jose through a collaboration with Santa Clara Family Health Plan. The classes meet 1 1/2 hours per week for 6 months. Most of the classes are for kids over 95th percentile in BMI and are low income Spanish speaking families. C Cabral de Lara, Estela Nutrition Educator University of California Cooperative Extension UCCE 1553 Berger Dr., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.3128 tel, 408.298.5160 fax esdelara@ucdavis.edu cesantaclara.ucdavis.edu Program Description: Our Nutrition, Family and Consumer Sciences Program provides Santa Clara County�s residents with educational resources that target our county's diverse multicultural communities. Campaigne, Sarah Joy, BA, CMT Site Wellness Champion Edna Brewer Middle School 3748 13th Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.529.1571 tel evecampaigne@gmail.com www.eveninginthegarden.blogspot.com Program Description: We are a public middle school in Oakland, California. Canali-Ornellas, Jody Child Nutrition Supervisor Gilroy Unified School District 750 West Tenth St., Gilroy, Santa Clara County, CA 95020 408.848.7151 tel, 408.842.3311 fax jornellas@gusd.k12.ca.us Program Description: Gilroy Unified School District students attending our schools 11,000 this year. I am a Child Nutrition Supervisor for Gilroy Unifed School District for 28 years. We feed students from the age 4 to 18 in our food program. We are under the gudelines of the state and federal feeding program. Cantu, Ruben Program Director California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) 654 13th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.832.1160 tel, 510.832.1175 fax rcantu@cpehn.org www.cpehn.org Program Description: The California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) works to ensure that all Californians have access to quality health care and can live healthy lives. We gather the strength of communities of color to build a united and powerful voice in health advocacy. We hold community convening's twice a year on issues of importance to communities of color; our recent set and our upcoming sessions will deal with land use and its impact on health, including access to healthy foods and spaces for physical activity. Cardenas-Duncan, Beatrice Guest Relations Manager San Francisco Holiday Inn Civic Center 50 - 8th St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94103 415.626.6103 tel, 415.552.0184 fax beatrice.duncan@ihg.com Program Description: We are in the hospitality business. Our hotel has undertaken a very serious and effective program in ensuring that our workplace learn, utilize the health information that has been presented to them. We have also partnered with the San Francisco Department of Public Health, Feeling Good Project; San Francisco Heart Association. We were awarded a $3,500 grant from the American Cancer Society which will involve various monthly presentations on healthy foods, menus etc. a 10 week program called Active for Life and $1,200 towards the enhancement of our roof top garden. Which has yield herbs such as: Basil, rosemary, sage, peppermint, dill; we just recently planted collard greens, okra, turnips, onions, green peppers and lastly all sort of flowers. Carlisle-Cummins, Ildi Farm to School Program Director Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) 406 Main St., Ste 406, Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, CA 95076 831.454.6868 tel, 831.761.8103 fax ildi@caff.org www.caff.org Program Description: The Community Alliance with Family Farmers is building a movement of rural and urban people to foster family-scale agriculture that cares for the land, sustains local economies and promotes social justice. Carlson, Sarah, NE Regional Outreach Representative Bauman College 872 Warfield Ave. #3, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94610 510.808.4048 tel, 510.550.2619 fax outreach.berkeley@baumancollege.org www.baumancollege.org Program Description: Bauman College, a 503(c)(3) non-profit corporation, aims to create a sustainable culture of wellness in individuals, in the community, and in our health care delivery systems by promoting a comprehensive and integrative approach to Holistic Nutrition and the Culinary Arts. Through our training programs, we prepare individuals for successful careers as Nutrition Educators, Nutrition Consultants, and Natural Chefs. We are committed to bringing our Eating For Health model to an ever wider audience, advocating the use of whole, organic foods, nutritive herbs, and appropriate supplementation to promote health, restore metabolic balance, and support recovery from injury and illness. Carr, Kendra Program Coordinator Acts Full Gospel Church, Champions for Change 1034 66th Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.517.7123 tel acts5aday@yahoo.com www.ca5aday.org Program Description: The Network for a Healthy California � African American Campaign, funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Stamp Program, is designed to improve the health of the low-income African American community by providing education about healthy eating and physical activity and empowering them with positive strategies for creating healthier communities. We attend community festivals, conduct healthy food demonstrations at grocery stores, and present at any setting in order to spread the message to our target population (FSNE eligible African American women between 18 and 54). Carrillo, Sophia Intern San Jose State University scarrillo16@yahoo.com Carter, Alice, CTSP, CPDM Regional Safety Manager Valley Crest 7039 Commerce Circle, Pleasanton, Alameda County, CA 94588 Casey, Maria Executive Director Partnership for the Public Health, PHI 505 14th St., Ste. 810, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.451.8600 x 319 tel, 510.451.8606 fax mcasey@partnershipph.org Chalmers, Arthur AmeriCorp VISTA Healthy Silicon Valley 2085 Hamilton Ave., Ste. 150, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 arthurc@healthtrust.org Program Description: Healthy Silicon Valley (HSV) is an informal membership collaborative facilitated by The Health Trust to develop and adopt a Community Action Plan. Once the Community Action Plan is developed with its strategic goals and objectives, HSV and its members will implement activities to achieve these goals and objectives. HSV will use a multi-sector strategy to create environmental changes to address obesity through nutrition and physical activity. Chalmers, Rachel Monroe Elementary School PTA San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA mizchalmers@yahoo.com www.monroeelementaryschool.com Program Description: Created from a parents group in 2004, the Monroe Elementary School PTA enhances the formal academic programs offered at Monroe. Monroe Elementary School is a public school in San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) serving approximately 465, mostly immigrant, K-5 students in the underserved Excelsior neighborhood. School demographics are as follows: 88 percent Latino and Asian, 63 percent of which are English Language Learners (ELL). Some 66% of students qualify for free or reduced school lunch. Program offerings are Spanish Dual Immersion, Chinese Bilingual, and English Language Development. Chandran, Sivakumar, MS, MPH ? Nutrition Policy Advocate California Food Policy Advocates (CFPA) 116 New Montgomery St., Ste. 633, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94709 415.777.4422 x129 tel, 415.777.4466 fax schandran@cfpa.net www.cfpa.net Chan, Curtis, MD, MPH Assistant Health Officer, Pediatrician San Mateo County Health System 225 37th Ave., San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.573.2896 cuchan@co.sanmateo.ca.us www.smhealth.org Program Description: The mission of the San Mateo County Health System is to increase the longevity and quality of people�s lives by preventing health issues before they occur, protecting the public�s health, providing services for vulnerable populations, and partnering to build healthy communities. Chaves, Sally, MS, RN Chaves Nutrition Consulting 49 Yerba Buena Ave., Los Altos, Santa Clara County, CA 94022 650.740.7955 tel, 650.948.3230 fax spchaves@pacbell.net Program Description: Combining my background as an RN and Masters in nutrition education, I work as a consultant in the community at a variety of workplaces. Recent programs include corporate health education, Head Start parent nutrition classes, and presentations at senior centers. Cheung, Marisa, MPH, RD Nutritionist/FSNE Coordinator United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) 415.705.1361 x560 tel Marisa.Cheung@fns.usda.gov www.fns.usda.gov Program Description: The USDA Food Stamp Program provides benefits to help 26 million people put food on their tables each month. As a component of the Food Stamp Program, we work with States to develop and implement Food Stamp Nutrition Education programs that employ a variety of intervention strategies to teach low-income families the skills needed to purchase and prepare healthy foods on a limited budget. Chichester, Kathy, MEd National CATCH Coordinator Coordinated Approach to Child Health 601 Rt. 46 West, Hasbrouck Heights, 07604 kathy.chichester@flaghouse.com www.catchinfo.org 201.329.7518 tel Program Description: CATCH (Coordinated Approach To Child Health) is a program designed to promote physical activity, healthy food choices, and prevent tobacco use in elementary school aged children. CATCH employs a holistic approach to child health promotion by targeting multiple aspects of the school environment and involving classroom teachers, school food service staff, physical education (PE) teachers, students� families, and the broader school community in a range of health promoting activities for all children in grades K-5. The four core components of CATCH include: (1) the Eat Smart school cafeteria nutrition program, (2) physical activity and healthy eating classroom curricula, (3) the CATCH physical education program, and (4) a family education and involvement program. The coordination of health messages and activities between these four component areas is critical to positively impact children's knowledge, skills, and behavior. For nearly 20 years, CATCH has guided schools, families, and children in healthy living. CATCH began as a randomized controlled clinical trial evaluated from 1991-1994 in 96 schools (56 intervention, 40 control). As a multi-centered trial, CATCH was one of the largest and most influential school-based health promotion study ever funded in the United States. The CATCH program has received state, national, and international recognition for being one of the most comprehensive and ambitious approaches to targeting physical education, food services, classroom curriculum, and families through a coordinated school health program. In Texas, greater than 2,000 schools, nearly 50% of all elementary schools in the state have adopted the program. The lessons learned in Texas have been applied in other areas of the United States and CATCH has been adopted by more than 7,000 schools nationally. Together the University or Texas CATCH team and program distribution partners at Flaghouse Inc. are bringing to CATCH to schools and communities around North America. Chilton, Andrea ? Packard Pediatric Weight Control Program Coordinator Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford 1400 Page Mill Rd., Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94304 650.724.7788 tel, 650.736.1924 fax achilton@lpch.org www.pediatricweightcontrol.lpch.org Program Description: The Pediatric Weight Control Program offered by Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford is a Weight Loss program for Children and teens, ages 8-15. It is a proven long term weight-loss program for children where over 80% lose weight while learning about healthy eating and exercise habits. It was created by experts in treating overweight children and has been enrolling for over 10 years. It is a six-month weekly program for the child and at least one attending adult. Chin, Lisa, BS Worksite Specialist Network for a Healthy CA 1400 Parkmoor Ave., Ste. 120B, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2711 tel, 408.793.12731 fax Lisa.Chin@hhs.sccgov.org www.barnn.org Program Description: The Network for a Healthy CA - Bay Area Worksite Program is part of the Champions for Change, Network for a Healthy CA organization supported by the Santa Clara Dept of Public Health. The goals of the Network are to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, increase regular physical activity, increase food security, and prevent chronic diseases. The Worksite Program works with all industries that are located in low-income areas and have at least 50% employees that are at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. Using the CA Fit Business Kit, we create customized wellness programs based on our 10 tools to encourage employees to adopt healthier habits in the workplace. For more information, please go to: www.barnn.org. Choi, Joanna Mimi, MD Resident University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) 49 Carl St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94117 ChoiJ@peds.ucsf.edu Choi, Linda, MPH UC Berkeley Center for Weight and Health 3 Giannini Hall, #3100, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94720 510.643.0312 tel, 510.642.4612 fax lchoi@nature.berkeley.edu www.cnr.berkeley.edu/cwh/ Christopher, Kevin, DT Diet Technician Full Contra Costa College kevio45@yahoo.com Clay, Geneva D. ? Owner Health & Fitness Consultant Fit-4-Life / Fit 2 Serve Health & Wellness Services 2011 Liberty Way, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA 94579 510.352.5323 tel genevadclay@yahoo.com Program Description: One of the most important things health/fitness professionals can do to promote good health and active living is to educate, empower, encourage and inspire individuals, communities, organizations and corporations on the importance of making healthy lifestyle choices. In 2004 Fit-2-Serve Health and Wellness Services and Fit-4-Life Media Services was launched out of a passion to just that � promote good health, active living and smart choices to individuals, organizations and corporations who desire to improve the overall quality of their lives and the lives of their community through the benefits of physical activity and good nutritional habits. At Fit-2-Serve Health and Wellness Services and Fit-4-Life Media Services some of our key objectives are to: To empower the individual, family, community and the like with knowledge, tools, services, programs and resources to achieve and sustain greater health and vitality through physical activity, good nutritional habits and positive lifestyle changes To provide the necessary programming, tools and resources for the individual, family to achieve optimal, lifelong health To increase the awareness of educational and community-based programs, services and resources designed to improve the overall quality of one�s life and reduce pre-mature death To provide access to comprehensive information, services and resources � to name a few. Clayton, Kate Chronic Disease Prevention Program Manager Berkeley City Health Department 2344 Sixth St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 510.981.5314 tel, 510.981.5345 fax kclayton@ci.berkeley.ca.us Clingman, Lisa Community Relations Manager Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano 4010 Nelson Ave., Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94520 925.771.1304 tel, 925.671.7933 fax lclingman@foodbankccs.org www.foodbankccs.org Program Description: The mission of the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano is to alleviate hunger and provide an efficient, coordinated system for collecting and distributing food that reduces food waste and increases public awareness regarding hunger and foods security issues in Contra Costa and Solano counties. The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano has been serving the communities of Contra Costa and Solano counties for over 30 years. The Food Bank currently provides food to 82,000 hungry people in need every month. Children, homeless families, low-income seniors, and others receive free meals and food baskets through a network of 184 charitable agencies with 296 distribution sites supported by the Food Bank. To find out how you can assist the Food Bank in their work call (800) 870-FOOD or visit www.foodbankccs.org. Coatney, Starr, MPA Management Analyst Social Services Agency - CalWORKs Employment Services Initiative 333 W. Julian St., 4th Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95110 408.491.6623 tel, 408.975.4521 fax starr.coatney@ssa.sccgov.org Program Description: CalWORKs Employment Services - we work with the providers who support our programs at the community colleges, adult eds, childcare, CBO's, refugee, employment connection, job search, and we write and monitor the contracts for these agencies. Cody, Kathleen M., MBA ? Executive Director Foundation for Osteoporosis Research and Education 300 27th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 kathleen@fore.org 510.832.2663 tel, 510.208.7174 fax www.fore.org Program Description: The mission of the Foundation for Osteoporosis Research and Education is to fight osteoporosis through research activities and education of both consumers and medical professionals with the ultimate goal of eliminating this debilitating and preventable disease. FORE is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in Oakland, CA. Coit, Donna, MPH, RD Retired dmcoit@sbcglobal.net Connell, Krissy, MS ? Coordinator Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program Training Institute Stanford, Hoover Pavilion, 211 Quarry Rd., Rm. N042, Santa Clara County, CA 94305-5705 650.724.7742 tel krissy.connell@stanford.edu http://med.stanford.edu/sprc2/index.jsp "What is the Training Institute?" The Training Institute is a four day program at Stanford University to train and certify you to deliver the Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program at your own organization. The Institute will provide you with the principles, skills, practice, and materials needed to help you run our successful weight control program in your own setting(s), and an exciting new interactive world wide web resource to help providers manage the program from recruitment to completion, set appropriate behavior change goals, monitor progress, provide feedback, and provide reports for both providers and patients. Successful completion of the Institute will certify your organization to use the Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program and materials. Attendance will be limited to a small number of organizations to provide intensive, individualized training and coaching. "Who should attend Institute?" Health Educators, Nutritionists, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Pediatricians, Family Physicians, or other health or educational professionals looking to implement a proven successful, intensive treatment program for overweight children and teens and their families. "What is the Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program?" First developed in 1996, and continuously improved over the past decade, the Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program is a six month, family-based, behavioral, group treatment program designed to promote life-long healthful eating and activity habits for overweight children and their families. The program was designed to translate many of the characteristics of the most successful research treatments for real world settings and diverse populations. The program is delivered by �Behavior Coaches� to groups of 9-12 families at a time, in weekly sessions over six months. Parents/guardians and their children or teens meet both together and separately during each group session. The Stanford Pediatric Weight Control Program is available in versions for families with 8-12 year old children (English and culturally-tailored Spanish versions) or 13-15 year old teens (English only). The Program is extremely well received by participating families. More than 400 families have completed the program to date at Stanford Medical School and Lucile Packard Children�s Hospital. More than 80% of the families completed the full six month program; an outstanding retention rate! The Program is not designed for large, rapid, short-term weight loss. It promotes weight maintenance up to moderate, clinically significant weight loss, with continued balanced nutrition and healthy growth. 80% of participating children who completed the program reduced their age-, height- and sex-adjusted weights by an average of nearly 10% (and up to 38%). 75% of overweight parents have also lost an average of 5 pounds and as much as 45 pounds in the program. More information about the ongoing program is available at www.pediatricweightcontrol.lpch.org. Cosenza, Julie, MA Coordinator of the Family Support Centers Brighter Beginnings 2648 International Blvd., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.903.7529 tel jcosenza@brighter-beginnings.org www.brighter-beginnings.org Program Description: Brighter Beginnings reaches out to vulnerable, low income families, provides home-based support and center-based services to promote healthy births and the development of babies and young children. Each year the non-profit organization serves more than 2,200 families in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Costa, Madelyn, PAC ? School Health Clinics of Santa Clara Co. Franklin McKinley Health Clinic 645 Wool Creek Dr., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.283.6051 tel, 408.283.6210 fax madelync@schoolhealthclinics.org Program Description: A school-linked community health center providing medical services at low cost for ages newborn - 19 years to the neighborhood in Franklin McKinley school district area. Covall, Diane Public Health Nurse City of Berkeley HHS 2344 6th St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 510.981.5294 tel, 510.981.5345 fax dcovall@ci.berkeley.ca.us Craypo, Lisa Senior Associate Samuels and Associates 663 13th St., 3rd Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.271.6799 tel, 510.271.6791 fax lisa@samuelsandassociates.com Crofton, Catherin, RN, BSN Community Health Nurse John Muir Health Alliance 1341 Galaxy Way, Ste. D, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94520 925.363.7588 tel, 925.827.0385 fax catherin.crofton@johnmuirhealth.com Program Description: John Muir Health's Community Health Alliance program. Curry, Stephanie Certified Nutrition Assistant Program City College of San Francisco San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA currystephanie22@yahoo.com Program Description: I am with the nutrition assistant program at city college. My instructor Lisa Yamashiro is a current member and I have attended several meetings and workshops that is quite interesting. I would love to be an active member and help get the nutrition message out there for families and communities. D Danaher, Carol, MPH, RD Director Childhood Feeding Collaborative Santa Clara County Dept. of Public Health 1400 Parkmoor Ave, Ste. 120B, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2708 tel carol.danaher@hhs.sccgov.org Program Description: My program is the Childhood Feeding Collaborative. Its focus is early childhood obesity prevention through the promotion of consistent, evidence based feeding education to pediatricians, parents with young children, community based parent educators and childcare providers. We teach and promote Satter's Feeding Dynamics model. Darmawi, Fay, MCP ? Development Director Tule Elk Park Child Development Center (TEP) 2110 Greenwich St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, 94123 415.749.3551 tel fdarmawi@yahoo.com www.tuleelkpark.org Program Description: Tule Elk Park Child Development Center (TEP) is part of the San Francisco Unified School District and serves over 170 preschoolers and young elementary school aged children, of which 90% are low-income. We are embarking on a new collaboration with Community Health Resource Center (CHRC), a social service arm of California Pacific Medical Center, under an Annenberg Foundation grant, to develop a school curriculum on nutrition, garden based learning, sustainable living and ecology to prevent childhood obesity. The collaboration utilizes the strengths of the two organizations in which TEP provides expertise in early childhood education and on-site school-based environmental educator and existing vegetable, flower and herb garden, and CHRC offering a community-based health organization backed by a premier hospital. Darrell, Tricia J. Site Supervisor Estrella Family Services 611 Willis Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.998.1343 tel, 408.998.0534 fax darrell@estrellafamilyservices.org www.estrellafamilyservices.org Program Description: For over 35 years Estrella Family Services (EFS), a well respected community based nonprofit, has worked to strengthen and enrich the lives of low-income children and families in Santa Clara County. We offer a unique continuum of child care and developmental services that embody the principles of parent participation, economic self-sufficiency, education and cultural sensitivity. The goals of EFS programs are to keep parents working and promote family stability as well as prepare children for school and academic success. We serve over 700 children ranging in age from 3 to 12 through a variety of programs that include: NAEYC accredited full day preschool at Gardner Academy Before and after school care at Gardner, River Glen and Galarza elementary schools A summer camping program for low-income youth named Kids to Camp Preschool care at Paseo Senter, a new affordable housing development that provides on-site childcare. Davis, Beth Dietetic Technician Student Merritt College bethdavis.nutritionalhealing@gmail.com www.merritt.edu/apps/comm.asp?$1=40541 Program Description: Merritt Colleges Nutritionand Dietetics Programs Mission is to provide the highest quality dietetic education that meets all professional standards and serves both the community and student needs. Merritt's training focuses on health care where Dietetic Technicians Registered (DTR�s) work cooperatively with Registered Dietitians (RD�s) both of which are registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetic Association (CDR/ADA). The DTR is the professional practitioner who screens clients for nutritional risk, assists in their nutritional care, and supervises food production and service. DeBusman, Mary, MS, RD ? Nutritionist Alameda County Family Health Services, CHDP Program 1000 San Leandro Blvd. 2nd Floor, San Leandro, Alameda, CA 94577 510.618.2068 tel, 510.618.2077 fax Mary.DeBusman@acgov.org Program Description: The Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) program is a health promotion and disease prevention program serving California's infants, children, and teens. Delgado, Kersti Lannus, MSW Director Little House Peninsula Volunteers Inc. - PVI 800 Middle Ave., Menlo Park, San Mateo County, CA 94025 650.326.2025 tel, 650.326.9547 fax kdelgado@peninsulavolunteers.org www.peninsulavolunteers.org Project Description: Peninsula Volunteers, Incorporated, is one of the nation's leading organizations in the provision of services designed to support the welfare of senior members of our community. Little House, The Roslyn G. Morris Activity Center Serving the community since 1949, Peninsula Volunteers Little House Activity Center offers organized classes, lectures and workshops, daily lunch programs, and information and referral services. Rosener House Adult Day Services Licensed by the California Department of Social Services as an Adult Day Support Center, and with over 25 years of experience, Rosener House offers a therapeutic day program in a caring, protective environment. Meals on Wheels Available to qualified individuals who are homebound and unable to prepare or shop for food in: Atherton, Belmont, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Carlos, and Woodside, California. Crane Place and Partridge/Kennedy Low Cost Housing Low income housing for low to moderate income seniors, located in Menlo Park, California. Desai, Niyati, MA Project Coordinator Nextcourse 930 Bryant St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.734.3158 tel, 415.734.3159 fax niyati@nextcourse.org www.nextcourse.org Program Description: Nextcourse's Soul Food Project offers nutrition education, culinary skills training, and internship opportunities for formerly incarcerated women in San Francisco, in partnership with the SF Sheriff's Department. Dickson, Charlotte M., MSW Local Policy Director California Center for Public Health Advocacy (CCPHA) 2201 Broadway, Ste. 502, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.302.3387 tel, 510.444.8253 fax cd@publichealthadvocacy.org www.publichealthadvocacy.org Program Description: The California Center for Public Health Advocacy (CCPHA) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization that raises awareness about critical public health issues and mobilizes communities to promote the establishment of effective state and local health policies. CCPHA uses tools of public health � epidemiological research, grassroots organizing, public and policy maker education, and partnership building � to design policy solutions that address critical public health challenges facing California. Do, Jennifer Student, SJSU Jennifer.do@hhs.sccgov.org Dominguez, Karina Program Coordinator 660 Sinclair Dr., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95116 Mexican American Service Agency (MACSA) 408.210.3493 tel, 408.9292.1025 fax dominguezk@macsa.org www.macsa.org Doppelt, Michelle Recreation Supervisor City of Oakland Parks and Rec (OPR) 3860 Hanly Rd., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94602 510.681.5129 tel, 510.482.7831 fax mdoppelt@oaklandnet.com www.oaklandnet.com/parks Program Description: As the primary City of Oakland Health and Wellness Agency, OPR has been offering an extensive variety of activity and health enhancing programs. We provide training and youth development along with providing the open spaces to enjoy it. Our new effort is in education and implementation of a solid policy to take our efforts to a higher standard. We want to align with the OUSD Wellness Policy to help create a singular voice to the youth and families in our programs about the benefits to healthy eating and plentiful physical activity. E East Side Union High School District 3200 Senter Rd., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95111 408.347.4143 tel, 408.347.4115 fax Program Description: Andrew Hill High School is a member of the California Nutrition Network and we promote healthy eating and food preparation through our 4 nutrition classes. Eckroad, Dana Senior Health Educator Kaiser Permanente Regional Health Educator 1950 Franklin St., 13th Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.987.1793 tel, 510.873.5097 fax dana.eckroad@kp.org Edge, Josh Community Alliance With Family Farmers, CAFF josh@caff.org Program Description: The Community Alliance with Family Farmers is building a movement of rural and urban people to foster family-scale agriculture that cares for the land, sustains local economies and promotes social justice. Edwards, Jamila Iris, MPP ? Program Manager Prevention Institute/Strategic Alliance 265 29th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94611 510.444.7738 tel, 510.663.1280 fax jamila@preventioninstitute.org www.preventioninstitute.org Program Description: Prevention Institute was founded in 1997 to address complex health and social issues. We move beyond approaches that target individuals, one person at a time, to create systematic, comprehensive strategies that change the conditions that impact community health. The organization builds on the successes of a variety of fields and applies them to new challenges in fields such as injury and violence prevention, traffic safety, health disparities, nutrition and physical activity, and youth development. Prevention Institute believes that a prevention approach that draws on all the necessary stakeholders is necessary to ensure that prevention efforts are systematic and comprehensive. By linking practices from public health, education, urban planning, social work, and other fields, communities can create conditions for healthier living. The Strategic Alliance for Healthy Food and Activity Environments (Strategic Alliance) is a coalition of nutrition and physical activity advocates in California. The Strategic Alliance is shifting the debate on nutrition and physical activity away from a primary focus on personal responsibility and individual choice to one that examines corporate and government practices and the role of the environment in shaping eating and activity behaviors. The Alliance's goal is to benefit the health and wellness of all California residents by promoting environmental solutions and institutional and government policies and practices that support healthy eating and activity. Prevention Institute is a current member. Elkin, Mark Teacher - Special Assignment/Nutrition Education Project Coordinator San Francisco Unified School District/Student Support Services Department 1515 Quintara St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94116 415.242.2615 tel, 415.242.2618 fax elkinm@sfusd.edu www.healthiersf.org Program Description: The Nutrition Education Project is Network-funded and is part of Student Support Services Department for SFUSD. We work in collaboration with Elementary and Secondary Health Education to target low income elementary students and their families encouraging healthier eating habits and increased physical activity. The project consists of classroom lessons, family outreach, teacher support and youth development. Engberg, Julie, RD Nutrition Education Coordinator Women, Infants, and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program 30 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 220, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.575.5789 tel, 415.575.5797 fax julie.engberg@sfdph.org Program Description: WIC is a federally-funded health and nutrition program for women, infants, and children. WIC helps families by providing checks for buying healthy supplemental foods from WIC-authorized vendors, nutrition education, and help finding healthcare and other community services. Participants must meet income guidelines and be pregnant women, new mothers, infants or children under age five. In California, 82 WIC agencies provide services locally to over 1.4 million women, infants and children each month at over 600 sites throughout the State (source: www.wicworks.ca.gov). Erwin, Patricia, MPH ? Program Manager Newcomers Health Program, San Francisco Dept. of Public Health 1490 Mason St., #107, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94133 415.364.7651 tel, 415.364.7660 fax patricia.erwin@sfdph.org Program Description: The Newcomers Health Program (NHP), a collaborative program of the San Francisco Department of Public Health, is a clinic-based and community-based refugee and immigrant health program that has been serving refugees and immigrants in San Francisco for over 20 years. Our mission is to promote the health and well-being of refugees and immigrants in San Francisco. Projects under the NHP umbrella focus on healthy living, health access, tobacco control and tuberculosis control, among other issues, for various immigrant communities. "Let's Be Healthy!" �� (pronounced �boo-gdee-am sta-ro-wvee) is our healthy living project for San Francisco�s estimated 25,000 Russian-speaking newcomers. Through this project we promote overall well-being, change community norms about healthy living, and improve self-management of chronic health conditions among Russian-speaking newcomers, and aim to not only provide Russian-speakers with resources and information to manage their chronic illnesses, but more importantly to promote overall well-being and change community norms about healthy living through raising awareness and leadership development. Evangelista, JoAnn, MPH Program Manager City of Berkeley, Public Health Division 1947 Center St., 2nd Floor, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94704-1107 510.981.7710 tel, 510.981.5345 fax jevangelista@ci.berkeley.ca.us www.cityofberkeley.info Evans, Anne, MS, RD K-5 Nutrition and Garden Education Coordinator Collective Roots 1785 Woodlawn Ave., East Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94303 646.436.8539 tel anne@collectiveroots.org www.collectiveroots.org Program Description: We are a nonprofit organization founded and based in East Palo Alto, CA. We seek to educate and engage youth and communities in food system change through sustainable programs that impact health, education, and the environment. Collective Roots achieves its mission through the innovative integration and implementation of two key program areas: garden-based learning and food system change. F Fairbanks, Laurie 925.875.1357 tel misslaurieanne@hotmail.com Farfan-Ramirez, Lucrecia County Director UC Cooperative Extension 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.639.1270 tel, 510.567.6812 fax cdalameda@ucdavis.edu Farhang, Lili, MPH Epidemiologist San Francisco Department of Public Health - Program on Health, Equity and Sustainability 1390 Market St., Ste. 910, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94103 415.252.3988 tel, 415.252.3964 fax lili.farhang@sfdph.org www.sfdph.org/eh/phes/index_phes.htm Farrer, Anna Public Health Nutritionist WIC Program 361 3rd St., Ste. C, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94901 415.507.4029 tel, 415.507.4056 fax afarrer@co.marin.ca.us Fitzgerald, Patricia 701 East Evelyn Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086 yaahooemail@yahoo.com Flint, Galen, MPH ? Manager Health Education Programs School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County 19 N 17th St., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.4346 tel, 408.947.8664 fax galenf@schoolhealthclinics.org www.schoolhealthclinics.org Program Description: School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County keeps kids healthy and in school by providing high quality, easily accessible primary medical care and preventative health services to low-income children and adolescents. School Health Clinics also operates an adolescent nutrition and fitness program which was designed to be an alternative to typical weight loss programs that promote diets and the measurement of success through a decreased Body Mass Index. Instead, the goal of the adolescent nutrition and fitness program is to provide teens with the tools, knowledge, and peer support they need to make life long changes in a fun team environment that is specifically designed for their age group. In addition, the program addresses environmental change by working with school districts to influence nutrition policies on school campuses. Flowers, Diane, COG Project Coordinator Healthy Oakland 9428 International Blvd., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94603 510.485.3664 tel, 510.383.9020 fax dflow6@yahoo.com Program Description: Healthy Oakland is an organization that supplies services for the community of Oakland which includes a free medical clinic, males programs, parolee services, foster care and adoption, as well as, programs for the youth of the community. Flynn, Michael Director of Education Common Vision www.commonvision.org michael@commonvision.org Program Description: Next spring Common Vision will run its fifth annual Fruit Tree Tour�a 20-city, 70-day tour planting over 1000 fruit trees at urban schools and community centers from Los Angeles to Sacramento. Traveling in veggie oil-powered caravan, 25-earth educators from Common Vision will teach students about sustainable ecology through a daylong program that includes planting 10-30 fruit trees in the school yard, a 45-minute all-school performance, drumming, and earth-conscious hip-hop. The goal of this annual tour is to: Increase food production of delicious fruit in the school yards of California Share messages of cooperation, communication, respect, health, community, positively and earth stewardship with your students Develop working relationships with teachers, administrators, and community members to integrate sustainability and nutrition into the learning and landscapes of local youth View a short video and get more information about the program at: www.commonvision.org/programs/fruittreetour/fruittreetour.php Fondacabe, Leslie Territory Manager Dairy Council of California 7901 Oakport St., Ste. 3200, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.577.6800 tel, 510.577.6807 fax lfondacabe@dairycouncilofca.org www.dairycouncilofca.org/ Program Description: Dairy Council of California provides nutrition education programs for K-12 classrooms. All programs are free of cost, aligned to the California State Standards and the newly adopted textbook, help encourage behavior change and have been field tested. We also offer other free nutrition education resources and services. Fong, May, MPH, RD Chair, Consumer Education Department City College of San Francisco (CCSF) 1860 Hayes St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94117 415.561.1914 tel, 415.561.1999 fax www.ccsf.edu mfong@ccsf.edu Program Description: City College is the largest community college in the US with over 100,000 students attending classes in 13 community based schools. The Consumer Education Department has 2 programs, a 2-semester credit nutrition assistant vocational program and a non-credit nutrition and health course for seniors. Fong, Meuy Management Analyst Social Security Administration 1221 Nevin Ave., Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94802 510.970.2765 tel meuy.fong@ssa.gov Foster, Lisa, MPP Policy Analyst, Development Consultant lisafoster25@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/pub/lisa-foster/3/6a4/989 Franklin, Linda ? Director Alameda County WIC Program 3600 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.595.6464 tel, 510.595.6440 fax linda.franklin@acgov.org Program Description: The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program in the Community Health Services of Alameda County Public Health Department is a national nutrition education program that promotes healthy eating. Studies show that clients who get WIC have healthier pregnancies and healthier children. WIC offices are co-located with Public Health Nursing and other services in North Oakland, Eastmont Mall, Hayward and the Fremont Resource Center. Alameda County WIC Program serves over 18,025 pregnant and breastfeeding women and parents raising infants or children under the age of 5 years. Foster parents, guardians & single fathers who have custody of their children are also eligible. WIC clients get: � Nutrition and health assessment from Registered Dietitians and trained nutrition counselors; � Individual and group education on healthy eating and active living. 2006 topics include: classes on nutrition and breastfeeding for pregnant women, classes on healthy foods for infants and toddlers, promotion of fruits and vegetables, farmers markets, family fitness and heart healthy foods; � Breastfeeding help, including a Breastfeeding Helpline, breastfeeding advice and breast pumps. Additional funding from California Nutrition Network, a USDA pilot program and Every Child Counts pays for breastfeeding peer counselors and board certified Lactation Consultants in WIC offices; � Help getting health insurance, finding a doctor or dentist, getting immunizations and getting access to other community programs: Health Information Team workers and Community Health Team outreach workers co-located in WIC offices provider further help for clients to get health care and other needed services; � Checks to buy healthy foods such as milk, beans, peanut butter, cheese, iron fortified cereal, pure juice, and eggs. Franklin, Pat TSA/Physical Education Oakland Unified School District 314 E 10th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94606 510.879.4651 tel, 510.879.8607 fax pat.franklin@ousd.k12.ca.us Program Description: Oakland Unified School District Fredericks, Doris, MEd, RD, FADA ? Executive Director CDI/Choices for Children 111 N. Market St., #100, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95113 408.280.2325 tel, 408.999.7399 fax doris@choices4children.org Program Description: Choices For Children (CFC) is an organization dedicated to the mission of enriching children�s lives through support, education and service programs. Since 1976, from our offices in Alpine, El Dorado and Santa Clara Counties, CDI/Choices for Children has provided innovative early care and education solutions to communities, families, and child care providers. Key Services: Choices for Children operates three distinct programs: the Child Care Subsidy Program, the Child Care Food Program, and Family and Provider Services, including a Resource and Referral program. The professional staff at CFC, offer a full range of information and services for families and child care providers including, support in developing, operating and licensing a quality child care facility; identifying and providing training and education to be a knowledgeable parent and child care provider; guidance in choosing a child care provider and finding financial and family resources; and advocating for families and child care providers. Nutrition Programs Offered: The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), funded by USDA and the California Department of Education, provides cash reimbursement to child care facilities for serving nutritious meals and snacks to enrolled children birth, through twelve. Feeding children well is an important part of a quality child care program. CDI/Choices for Children sponsors family childcare homes and all CDI/CDC child development centers so that children will benefit by receiving nutritious meals; be introduced to different types of food; and learn healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. CFC serves Family Child Care Homes in Alpine, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, and Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Friedler, Elizabeth, MAED ? Education Program Director East Oakland Boxing Association Smartmoves Program 816 98th Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94603 510.430.8056 tel, 510.569.2620 fax eoba_smartmoves@hotmail.com http://eoba.org Program Description: The East Oakland Boxing Association (EOBA) is an established non-profit organization 501(c) 3, located in the East Oakland community. The lure of the tough sport of boxing coaxed even the most hardened youth to curiously investigate this new establishment in the middle of their world. Once through the doors, youth are guided to the Smartmoves Program. Since then, the East Oakland Boxing Association and Smartmoves Program has provided free services to over 20,000 children and youth ages 6-20. Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment in which the children and youth of East Oakland and surrounding areas can learn life skills, achieve success in school, and build self-esteem in preparation for their futures. The Smartmoves Program provides free tutoring, mentoring, art, music, theater, computer skills, health and nutrition, and enrichment activities for children ages 6-13. Activities offered are based on the integrated and cross-curricular concept in that basic academics can be learned through using forms of art, music, and additional alternative methods. For example, a student who is having trouble learning basic math skills is provided with the opportunity to learn math through hands on activities in the garden, on stage, or through interactive computer programs. Our creative arts instructor is experience with teaching violence prevention and anger-management skills through performances, movements, and writing. Students perform their inventive creative art during monthly poetry slams. In addition, the Smartmoves has begun to dig deeper into the issues of health and nutrition of youth. We offer a bi-weekly nutritional cooking class taught by a nutritionist and aspiring chef. We have also hired a gardener to work with youth in the garden where we focus on getting youth to take vegetables home to their families. Typically, there are more than 50 youth that attend the Smartmoves Program daily. We are a year round program that operates Monday through Friday from 3pm-6pm during the school year and Monday through Friday 11am-5pm during the summer months. The summer program focuses on a rounded education with academics in the morning, a healthy and nutritious lunch provided by the City of Oakland Summer Lunch Program, dance and theater, enrichment activities, arts, field trips, and gardening in which the youth learn the processes of plant care and growth, how to eat right, and they have the opportunity to bring fresh fruits and vegetables home to share with their families. Freedman, Marjorie, PhD Assistant Professor San Jose State University 1 Washington Sq., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95192-0058 408.924.3105 tel, 408.924.3114 fax marjorie.freedman@sjsu.edu Program Description: I am in the department of Nutrition, Food Science and Packaging at SJSU. I teach Nutrition Education and Counseling as well as Community Nutrition. I require students in Community Nutrition to do 20 hours of service learning (in the spring) so please let me know if you have any opportunities for students Also, we require graduating seniors to have a "capstone" experience, which means 90 hours of work/volunteering. If you could use a student (undergraduate) for such an experience, please feel free to contact me. Fujii, Darlene (Pratt) Nutrition Services Alameda County Nutrition Services 3600 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.595.6467 tel darlene.pratt@acgov.org Fung-A-Ling, Valerie, BS Territory Manager Dairy Council of California 7901 Oakport St., Ste. 3200, Oakland, Contra Costa County, CA 94621 510.286.0490 tel, 510.286.3825 fax vfungaling@dairycouncilofca.org www.dairycouncilofca.org Program Description: Dairy Council of California is a nutrition education organization that helps children and adults achieve healthy diets and lifestyles. Dairy Council reaches more than 10 million individuals a year through the following: * Grade-specific nutrition education programs developed for students k-12 and after school programs. * Mobile Dairy Classroom, which brings a live cow and calf to California schools to teach children about the connection between agriculture and the food supply. * Adult programs distributed health professionals designed for a variety of age groups and situations. * Meals Matter (www.mealsmatter.org), a free meal-planning and nutrition Website. G Gabet, Jennifer Nutrition Program Manager University of California Cooperative Extension 300 Piedmont Ave., Bldg. B, Room 227, San Bruno, San Mateo County, CA 94066 650.871.7559 tel, 650.871.7399 fax jgabet@ucdavis.edu cesanmateo.ucdavis.edu Program Description: University of California Cooperative Extension is the county-based education and research branch of the University of California�s Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources. The Nutrition Education Program coordinates the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) and the Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program (FSNEP) in San Mateo and San Francisco Counties. These programs partner with agencies and schools to provide research-based nutrition education classes and resources to limited income youth and families. Galbo, Alicia Associate Business Manager Daymon Worldwide, Inc. 5918 Stoneridge Mall Rd., Pleasanton, Alameda County, CA 94588 203.940.1424 tel galboa@gmail.com Gallegos-Milosevich, Denise, MPH Senior Health Educator - Physical Activity Project Community Wellness & Prevention Program 597 Center Ave., Ste. 115, Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94553 925.313.6110 tel, 925.313.6840 fax dmilosev@cccounty.ca.us www.cchealth.org Program Description: The Community Wellness & Prevention Program aims to improve the environmental, social, and economic conditions that contribute to poor health, and support a quality of life that promotes the health and well-being of all county residents, with special attention to those underserved. To accomplish this, we work in partnership with individuals, diverse communities, and organizations to increase individual knowledge and skills, educate and mobilize communities, build coalitions, and advocate for changes in organizational and public policy. Gallitero, Gina, MPH Kaiser Permanente gina.gallitero@kp.org Project Description: Kaiser Permanente is a health care organization. Garcia, Nancy Community Nutritionist Second Harvest Food Bank 750 Curtner Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.266.8866 x 413 tel, 408.266.9042 fax ngarcia@shfoodbank.com Program Description: Provide and promote culturally competent nutrition education to diverse and low-income populations by providing nutrition, health, sanitation and consumer information to non-profit agencies and food recipients in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. To improve the nutritional status and promote the general well-being of low-income families and individuals. Garcia, Rodrigo Program Director Healthy Silicon Valley 1922 The Alameda, 3rd Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.351.6431 tel rgarcia@healthysiliconvalley.org Garcia, Theresa Irvin Deutscher Young Men's Christian Association IDF YMCA Contra Costa theresaliz@gmail.com Program Description: My organization is a very large one, with a mission to help others because mentally, physically, and spiritually healthy. I work at a before and after school program and direct activities at the elementary school site. The YMCA organization does a variety of programs including: physical training, classes, and child care. Garen, Andrea, MA, RD ? Dairy Council of California agaren@dairycouncilofca.org Program Description: Dairy Council of California provides free programs and resource materials to educators and health professionals in California. Our staff of nutrition and education experts develops our programs with input from teachers, education consultants and health professionals outside of Dairy Council of California. We embrace a nutrition approach that centers on a core of low fat choices - including low-fat dairy foods, whole grains, fruits and vegetables - based on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines and USDA's MyPyramid food guidance system. We also believe that 30 to 60 minutes of daily physical activity, along with a nutritious diet, enhances one's overall health and well-being. Our school programs connect to core curriculum making it easier for teachers to teach nutrition education while teaching California content standards. In addition, our nutrition education programs are field-tested and lead to positive behavior change in food and activity choices. Garneau, Katie katie.garneau@yahoo.com Garner, Terry, MA Programs Development Manager California Association of Food Banks (CAFB) 1611 Telegraph Ave., Ste. 830, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.272.4435 x202 tel, 510.272.9171 fax terry@cafoodbanks.org www.cafoodbanks.org Program Description: California Association of Food Banks� (CAFB) mission is to provide unified voice among food banks to maximize their ability to build a well nourished California. Our five program areas focus on increasing low-income Californians access to not just food, but healthy food resources. The program areas are Farm to Family: Connecting Growers and Packers with Food Banks; Nutrition Education; Food Stamp Outreach; Public Policy and Advocacy and Member Development. CAFB partners with 19 non-profit organizations to provide nutrition education to low-income families throughout California. Garrett, Luisa Student, Farmers' Market Manager Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association, PCFMA luisa@postalmodern.com Gaspar, Madoka Community Nutritionist Second Harvest Food Bank 1051 Bing St., San Carlos, San Mateo County, CA 94070 650.610.0800 x413 tel, 650.610.0808 fax mgaspar@shfb.org www.2ndharvest.net Program Description: Second Harvest Food Bank is the primary source for donated, surplus and purchased food for non-profit agencies in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. Our partner agencies are shelters, pantries, soup kitchens, and children's programs. Additionally, we operate a direct-service program for seniors, families with children, and individuals, all of whom qualify for low-income food assistance. We also help individuals find food assistance programs, learn about proper nutrition, and gain access to resources available to them, such as Food Stamps, throughout the county. Last year, we distributed 34.6 million pounds of nutritious foods to low-income people in need, from Daly City to Gilroy. Gibb, Sarah, MA 1212 Talbot Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94706 sarahg520@yahoo.com Giovanni, Maria, PhD ? NFCS Advisor University of California Cooperative Extension 1553 Berger Dr., Bldg. 1, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.3104 tel, 408.298.5160 fax megiovanni@ucdavis.edu http://cesantaclara.ucdavis.edu Program Description: The Nutrition, Family, and Consumer Science program helps people better manage their family and personal resources. The program provides consumers with information in food and nutrition, food safety, food preparation, and money management. Training and information is also provided to health and education professionals such as nurses, foster care parents, home health aides residential care operators, and teachers. Through the federally funded FSNE and EFNE programs, we provide training for teachers and others who work with children to provide nutrition education. We also have direct client services with adults. All of our information is objective and based on research from the University of California and other leading sources of information. We work with Social Services Agency, Santa Clara County Housing Authority and Community Based Organizations to help low income families achieve self sufficiency. Gipson, Tiffany Administrative Operations Director Higher Ground Neighborhood Development Corp. (Higher Ground) 6441 Herzog St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94608 510.418.2495 tel, 510.479.7535 fax tiffany4progress@yahoo.com www.highergroundndc.com Program Description: Higher Ground Neighborhood Development Corporation (Higher Ground) is a multi-service non-profit 501(c)(3) organized to provide supplemental services to children, families, schools and school districts. The organization was launched in 2001 and is in its sixth year of operation within the Oakland Unified School District. Higher Ground was created to support the means by which education is delivered to at-risk youth within the public school setting and reaching out to the surrounding greater community. We achieve this through a plethora of programs and services including behavioral, mental and physical health, developmental recess, service learning and comprehensive after-school programs. We support the schools and community through our professional development, teacher coaching and training of trainers workshops. Our passion is to build resiliency in the children and families we serve. Goette, Christina, MPH Health Promotion Consultant San Francisco Department of Public Health 30 Van Ness, Ste. 2300, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 Christina.Goette@sfdph.org Program Description: The SF Department of Public Health addresses physical activity and nutrition in numerous ways. One key way is the coordination of the Chronic Disease prevention Consortium as well as one of the key partners in the Mayor's Challenge Shape UP San Francisco. Golden, Tiffany and Gerardo Marin ? Co-Managers Farm Fresh Choice Program Description: Farm Fresh Choice is Food Justice organization that works with our Black and Latino communities to reclaim our relationship to sustainable foods. We support local farmers that reflect the diversity of our community and set up produce stands that are conveniently located at after school programs in West and South Berkeley. We have a partnership with our youth interns to develop strategies for community action in our unjust food system. Golding, Kenneth President Golding Corporate Wellness, Inc. 137 North Larchmont Blvd. #115, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90004 323.988.1069 tel, 323.988.0923 fax ken@goldingcorporatewellness.com www.goldingcorporatewellness.com Program Description: Golding Corporate Wellness, Inc. provides consulting, education and motivational services and programs for the purpose of improving the health and well being of individuals, groups and communities. We do this through education, assessment, program design, implementation and management. We can work with schools, businesses, recreational centers, etc., to promote health and well being. Gomez, Luz, MPH, RD ? District Coordinator Office of Contra Costa Supervisor John Gioia 11780 San Pablo Ave., Ste. D, El Cerrito, Contra Costa County, CA 94530 510.374.3231 tel, 510.374.3429 fax lgome@bos.cccounty.us www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/dis1/ Program Description: The Office of Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia supports the efforts of BANPAC. Through policy development, Supervisor Gioia has raised awareness about the need for better food choices in public places (Vending Machine Ordinance). He looks forward to continued efforts to curb the obesity epidemic and to improve access to nutritious foods, particularly in low income neighborhoods. Gong, J. Elizabeth Nutrition Research Associate University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Alameda County 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.639.1252 tel, 510.748.9644 fax ejgong@ucdavis.edu cealameda.ucdavis.edu/ Program Description: The NETA (Nutrition Education Training Academy) Program, University of California Cooperative Extension Alameda County serves early childhood children, educators, and parents. The program aims to improve child health and well being through a comprehensive approach by supporting healthy food choices and an active lifestyle, which will also building an environment that both supports and promotes the adoption of these practices. NETA's primary goal is to increase early childhood education providers capacity to meet the health and nutrition needs of our ethnically diverse children aged 3-5 years old. Parents are also provided with nutrition education to promote changes at home and in their communities. NETA is supported by Network for a Healthy California and the University of California. Gonzalez, Mike Health Services Supervisor SJB Child Development Centers 1200 Parkmoor Ave., Ste. 220, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.414.2700 x227 tel mgonzalez@sjbcdc.org www.sjbcdc.org Program Description: SJB Child Development Centers focus is to provide educational child care in order to strengthen and support families throughout the Santa Clara County. We support working families with subsidized and non-subsidized child care that is reliable, affordable and of the very highest quality. We exist because we believe all children in this community deserve to be cared for by dedicated, highly skilled professionals in a warm environment that educates, engages and inspires. Children need to be healthy and stay active in order to learn and develop. Over the past years, SJB developed the Health Initiative to help provide sustainable and effective preventative health education and screening for all children and families throughout the county and San Jose. Gordon, Scot Account Manager Children's Choice 2000 Crow Canyon Place Ste. 103, San Ramon, Contra Costa County, CA 94583 925.837.0104 x115 tel, 925.837.2896 fax sgordon@choicelunch.com www.choicelunch.com Program Description: School lunch provider. Graham-Squire, Mike ? Director of Civic Engagement and Philanthropy-Marin Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) 24 Belvedere St., 2nd Floor, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94901 415.455.1676 tel, 415.455.1683 fax mgsquire@yli.org www.yli.org Program Description: Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) builds communities where young people and their adult allies come together to create positive social change. We design and implement community-based programs that provide youth with leadership skills in the areas of drug and alcohol abuse prevention, philanthropy, and civic engagement. Building on these real-world program experiences, YLI creates curricula and training programs that enable us to foster social change efforts across the nation, all while promoting best practices in the field of youth development. Our Healthy Empowered Youth (HEY) program works to engage high school students in Marin County in the implementation of their School Wellness Policies and to increase healthy eating and physical activity at school. Grey, Myra Family & Community Partnership Specialist CAPE, Inc. Head Start 3095 Independence Dr., Bldg B, Ste. A, Livermore, Alameda County, CA 94551 925.443.3434 x101 tel mgrey@capeheadstart.org Program Description: I work for a Head Start program in Livermore. Groppo, Leah Student Trustee BACCHUS Network 1373 Cavalier Lane, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CA 93405 805.286.6391 tel leahgroppo@gmail.com www.bacchusnetwork.org Program Description: The mission statement says, "The BACCHUS Network is a university and community based network focusing on comprehensive health and safety initiatives. It is the mission of this 501(C)(3) non-profit organization to actively promote student and young adult based, campus and community-wide leadership on healthy and safe lifestyle decisions concerning alcohol abuse, tobacco use, illegal drug use, unhealthy sexual practices and other high-risk behaviors". Gross, Jennifer L., MPH Community Health Planner San Mateo County Health Department 225 37th Ave., San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.573.2319 tel, 650.573.2116 fax jgross@co.sanmateo.ca.us Program Description: The San Mateo County Health Department's Health Policy, Planning and Promotion unit works on various community identified health issues including childhood obesity. Over 250 stakeholders came together in April 2005 to form a Prevention of Childhood Obesity (PCO) taskforce. This taskforce created a document, the Blueprint for the Prevention of Childhood Obesity, in April 2006. It contains goals, objectives and action steps for the community to reduce and prevent childhood obesity in the County. It addresses multiple levels of prevention such as enhancing individual knowledge, providing community education, improving providers' knowledge, encouraging coalitions and networks, changing organizational practices, and influencing policy legislation. Eight committees currently exist to implement activities outlined by the Blueprint. Committees address school wellness policies, social marketing/youth advocacy, built environment, access to healthy foods and physical activity, breastfeeding, speakers' bureau and trainers' network, preschool/childcare practices and policies, and a clearinghouse. Guthrie, Park ? Director/Farmer Urban Tilth 5651 N. Arlington Blvd., San Pablo, Contra Costa County, CA 94806 510.691.5051 tel park@urbantilth.org www.urbantilth.org Program Description: Urban Tilth cultivates urban agriculture in West Contra Costa County to help our community build a more healthy, sustainable, and just food system. We are the co-coordinators of the West Contra Costa County 5% Local Coalition and we are helping to develop school mini-farms at several Richmond schools. Due to our Mediterranean climate, 1 square foot of garden bed space can produce between 1 and 3 square feet of produce each year. This means that most California children could grow their entire intake of produce (189 pounds on average) in about 100 square feet of garden bed space. We believe the most effective way of increasing our children's intake of fresh fruits and vegetables is to engage them in producing it themselves. H Haggerty, Suellen, RD Bay Area Worksite Coordinator California Network for a Healthy California Bay Area Nutrition & Physical Activity Collaborative Network for a Healthy California--Bay Area Region Santa Clara County Public Health Department Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention 1400 Parkmoor Ave., First Flr., Ste 120B, San Jose, CA 95126 408.793.2719 tel, 408.793.2731 fax suellen.haggerty@hhs.sccgov.org Program Description: We provide nutrition and physical activity education to low-income worksites with fifty or more employees. Utilizing the 10 tools of the California Fit Business Kit, we are reducing healthcare cost, absenteeism, and chronic disease, while improving employee morale. Hales, Elizabeth, MEd, NCC Community Outreach Coordinator East Bay Regional Park District 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94605 (EBRPD covers Alameda & Contra Costa) 510.544.2546 tel, 510.569.1432 fax ehales@ebparks.org www.ebparks.org Program Description: The East Bay Regional Park District encompasses all of Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Spanning more than 98,000 acres with 65 parks and over 1,100 miles of trails, our District is the largest regional park district in the nation. True to the ideas of our founders, our mission continues to be providing recreational opportunities, preserving the natural beauty of the land, and protecting wildlife habitat. Hamilton, Paula Brown Miller Communications, Inc. (BMC) paula@brownmillerpr.com Harper, Richard, BA, CPT Project Director Oakland Parents Together 440 Santa Clara Way, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.452.9854 tel, 510.452.9854 fax rich.harper1@gmail.com www.parentstogether.org Project Description: The mission of Oakland Parents Together (OPT) is organize and empower parents to advocate for our children as full partners in the Oakland Public Schools. We have been organizing in Oakland since 2000 and have chapters and programs at many of the Oakland schools. We offer parenting classes, parent organizing, tutorial services and our new program Youth & Family Fitness. Our Parenting Classes are a 5 weeks series with parents, teachers, and students on discipline. We have parents participate in an 8 week class on many aspect of parenting Parents get to design their own program with assistance from graduating parents and instructors from a year ago. Another program we offer is tutoring. We have developed a highly intensive third grade support program. Family Fitness is on going and we train for 30 minutes and we provide nutritional education in a group setting. Parents get the opportunity to exercise and have a discussion on healthy eating, group exercise, and meal planning. This is a parent driven exercise class. Harter, Pamela ? Latino Campaign Coordinator Bay Area Nutrition & Physical Activity Collaborative Network for a Healthy California-Bay Area Region Santa Clara County Public Health Department Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention 1400 Parkmoor Ave., First Floor, Ste 120B, San Jose, CA 95126 408.793.2718 tel, 408.793.2731 fax pamela.harter@hhs.sccgov.org www.barnn.org Program Description: The Latino Campaign targets Food Stamp eligible Latino adults with school-aged children by delivering culturally appropriate nutrition education messages through farmers�/flea markets, supermarkets and neighborhood grocery stores, health service providers, community-based organizations, and community events. Harvey, Jason Director Oakland Food Connection 4173 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 10, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94619 510.482.1898 tel jharvey@foodcommunityculture.org www.foodcommunityculture.org Program Description: Oakland Food Connection promotes nutritional awareness, access to healthy foods and the connections between people and our planet. Hayter, Vickye, RN, MS ? Public Health Nurse Santa Clara County PHD/MCH San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.792.5178 tel, 408.947.8751 fax vickye.hayter@hhs.sccgov.org Henderson-Souza, Letitia, MSW ? Practice Program Manager Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative (BARHII) 678 Thirteenth St., Ste. 102, Alameda County, Oakland, CA 94612 510.835.4200 tel, 510.835.4600 fax lhsouza@phi.org www.barhii.org Hernandez, Sandra Bay Area Bandits Alameda lala823@gmail.com Heyd, Heather Kaiser Permanente 1800 Harrison St., 25th Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 heather.j.heyd@kp.org www.kp.org/communitybenefit Program Description: Kaiser Permanente�s mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. Ho, Olivia, MS Nutritionist West Contra Costa Unified School District - Nutrition Center 750 Bissell Ave., Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94801 510.620.2096 tel, 510.233.1805 fax olivia.ho@gw.wccusd.k12.ca.us www.wccusd.k12.ca.us Program Description: West Contra Costa Unified School District-Nutrition Center is a two times USDA award recipient. Beside providing > 33,000 nutritious meals for more than 60 schools everyday, we provide nutrition education and nutrition promotion to teachers, PTA, students, parents, and nearby community agencies. We are also the contractor of the California Nutrition Network - 5 A Day National Campaign. Hodges, Marcia ? COO/VP of Operations YMCA of the East Bay 2330 Broadway, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.451.8039 tel, 510.987.7449 fax mhodges@ymcaeastbay.org www.ymcaeastbay.org Program Description: The YMCA of the East Bay is dedicated to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities. As a part of our mission we focus on health and nutrition as components of our programs. Holder-Jackson, KaRyn, MBA Associate Director American Diabetes Association (ADA) 1900 Powell St., Ste. 120, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94112 510.654.4499 x7542 tel, 510.654.7575 fax kholder@diabetes.org www.diabetes.org Program Description: The American Diabetes Association is a nonprofit voluntary health organization. The mission of the Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides information and community outreach programs to people with diabetes, their families, health professionals and the public. The Association is also actively involved in advocating for scientific research and for the rights of people with diabetes. Hopewell, Rusty, MS, RD Public Health Nutritionist Alameda County Nutrition Services 3600 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 415.225.4779 tel rustyhopewell@gmail.com Program Description: Alameda County Nutrition Services is a dynamic health promotion program that focuses on motivating, educating and assisting children and adults to develop and maintain positive health and nutrition behaviors. Hosfeldt, Julie A., RD ? Public Health Nutritionist San Mateo County Public Health Nutrition 32 West 25th Ave., Ste. 203, San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.573.3922 tel, 650.577.9223 fax jhosfeldt@co.sanmateo.ca.us Program Description: WIC is a federally-funded program that provides nutrition education, supplemental foods and referrals to pregnant & breastfeeding women, their infants and young children. Hoshiko, Mary ? Vice President of Program and Community Development YMCA of Santa Clara Valley Metropolitan Office 1922 The Alameda, 3rd Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.298.3888 main tel, 408.351.6422 direct tel 408.298.0143 fax, 408.549.1182 vm mhoshiko@scvmca.org Houle, Kary Education Coordinator Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens 438 Coleman Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95110 408.298.7657 tel, 408.288.9048 fax kary@grpg.org www.grpg.org Program Description: The Friends of Guadalupe River Park & Gardens provide community leadership for the development and active use of the Guadalupe River Park & Gardens through education, advocacy and stewardship. Howie, Carlee Coordinator Healthy Silicon Valley 2085 Hamilton Ave., Ste. 150, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.879.8428 tel, 408.559.9515 fax carleeh@healthtrust.org www.healthysiliconvalley.org Program Description: Healthy Silicon Valley seeks to improve our community's health by strengthening the ability of individuals to make healthy choices about diet and exercise. Huntington, Dorrie Executive Director AcroSports: Physical, Performance & Circus Arts 639 Frederick St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94117 415.665.2276 tel, 415.566.0102 fax dorrie@acrosports.org www.acrosports.org Project Description: Founded in 1993, AcroSports is a non-profit organization with a mission to teach and develop the physical, performing, and circus arts. AcroSports serves over 9,000 children, youth, and adults a year in ongoing programs at all levels of experience and ability. In addition to our fee-for-service classes, AcroSports reaches out to the community and works with schools, various city programs, and other non-profit organizations. Our Mobile Arts Training (MAT) Program takes our gymnastics, circus arts, capoeira, and breakdancing classes into the community, reaching approximately 500 children and youth each year, and we have developed new programs that create opportunities for some youth from MAT to work more deeply with us at our gym. AcroSports also provides specialized programs that address the needs of children with autistic spectrum disorders, sensory integration dysfunction, coordination difficulties, and ADHD/ADD. We have a successful internship program that builds leadership and positive work skills for youth, including those with developmental disabilities. Huston, Jenny, MA, CEC, CDM, CFPP Primary Jenny Huston Farm to Table & Food Services Consulting for Institutions 350 Lester Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94606 415.235.9312 tel chefjennyhuston@yahoo.com Program Description: We are a Social Entrepreneurial Organization providing Farm to Table and food services consulting to organizations providing food services in the non-profits, school districts and other social services organizations. We provide technical support for the implementation of Farm to Table programs for schools, health care facilities, homeless shelters, non-profit meal providers and other food services. I Israel, Debra, MS Coordinator Alameda County Office of Education Nutritional Learning Community Coalition 27211 Tyrrell Ave., Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544 510.723.3900, x30147 tel, 510.786.6411 fax, 510.773.8003 cell disrael@acoe.org J Jackl, Rebecca K. Dietetic Intern Alum Rock Union School District 2930 Gay Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95127 408 928 6903 tel cns.intern@arusd.org Project Description: The mission of the Child Nutrition Services Department is to enhance the health status and nutrition education of all students within the Alum Rock Union Elementary School District. Our purpose is to serve all students safe, nutritious, and appealing school meals that meet the USDA nutritional requirements. James, Paula ? Contra Costa Child Care Council, Child Health and Nutrition Program pjamescal@aol.com Program Description: The Child Health and Nutrition Program of the Contra Costa Child Care Council provides a broad spectrum of nutrition, health and physical activity education to the child care community, children and families in Contra Costa. The agency is a sponsor of the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program for licensed Family Child Care and focuses primarily on ages 0 - 5. Jensen, Tracy Lynn School Board Member Alameda Unified School District 2200 Central Ave., Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94501 510.337.7060 tel, 510.865.6350 hm, 510.337.7199 vm tjensen@alameda.k12.co.us Joco, Vena, MSN, PNP ? Pediatric Nurse Practitioner School Health Clinics of Santa Clara County Overfelt Neighborhood Health Clinic 1875 Cunningham Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95122 408.347.5986 tel, 408.347.6019 fax venaj@schoolhealthclinics.org Johnson, Dr. Garey A. Associate Give Kids Health Choices 1146 Chantal Way, Redwood City, San Mateo County, CA 94061 408.230.0148 tel drgajohnson@yahoo.com Johnson, Katrina Student, Merritt College Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94605 510.325.3772 tel, 510.569.0615 fax katannjay@gmail.com Program Description: Merritt College is a community college in Oakland, California that has a Dietary Manager (CDM credentialing) and Dietetic Technician program. I am currently in the DM program, and plan to go onto the Diet Tech program. Johnson, Timothy W. ? Executive Director Team-Up for Youth 310 Eighth St. #300, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.663.9200 x 106 tel, 510.663.1426 fax timj@teamupforyouth.org www.teamupforyouth.org Program Description: Team-Up for Youth is a pioneering Bay Area youth development intermediary organization that deploys multiple strategies to support the creation of abundant, high-quality after school sports for thousands of young people at highest risk. Team-Up for Youth works in the public policy area, provides unique training and technical assistance and grant support for after school sports providers and recruits and trains volunteer coaches with the Coaching Corps. We support a wide range of sports from soccer and crew to basketball and martial arts as a youth development and obesity-prevention strategy. Johnston, Tyler, BA, MS Medical Student Stanford University Medical School 664 Everett Ave., Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94301 970.481.6099 tel tyrobj@gmail.com Jones, Amy Youth Program Manager American Cancer Society 1715 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 100, Campbell, Santa Clara County, CA 95008 408.688.0118 tel, 408.879.0131 fax amym.jones@cancer.org Jones, Jacie Health Programs Manager American Cancer Society 1885 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, CA 94523 925.934.7640 x304 tel, 925.934.5372 fax jacie.jones@cancer.org www.cancer.org Program Description: The American Cancer Society fights cancer through research, community education, legislative advocacy, and patient programs and services (free). Our services include everything from information, emotional support, financial support, and transportation to and from treatments, as well as community education behind-the scenes legislative advocacy. We recognize that the best way to fight cancer is to prevent it, and our volunteers assist us in our efforts year-round. Jones, Paula Executive Director San Francisco Food Systems c/o SF Dept. Public Health - 1390 Market St. #822, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.252.3853 tel, 415.282.3818 fax paula.jones@sfdph.org Program Description: San Francisco Food Systems addresses food systems issues within the City and County of San Francisco through action research projects, policy planning and recommendations. Jostad-Laswell, Ariana Health Educator and Clinical Care Assistant LifeLong Medical West Berkeley Family Practice 2031 6th St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 ajostadlaswell@lifelongmedical.org www.lifelongmedical.org Program Description: LifeLong provides high-quality health and social services to underserved people of all ages; creates models of care for the elderly and people with disabilities; and advocates for continuous improvements in the health of our communities. K Karlins, Susan, MPH BANPAC Coordinator Santa Clara County Public Health Nutrition and Wellness Unit 976 Lenzen Ave., Room 1200 San Jose, CA 95126 408.792.5121 tel, 408.947.8745 fax susan.karlins@phd.sccgov.org Karoutas, Tasos Z. Student San Jose State University San Leandro, Santa Clara County, CA 94577 tasos.karoutas@gmail.com Program Description: I am a student at San Jose State University studying Nutrition with an emphasis in Dietetics. My goals are to become a Registered Dietitian (RD) and provide my education and assistance to those who need guidance nutritionally. I hope to touch people's lives and to change their lifestyle to promote healthier eating habits and a daily regimen of exercise. Kawaguchi, Alice, RD, MPH Health Education Specialist Traffic Safe Communities Network (TSCN) Santa Clara County Public Health Department 1400 Parkmoor Ave., Ste. 120B, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2733 tel, 408.793.2731 fax Alice.Kawaguchi@phd.sccgov.org www.sccphd.org/traffic Program Description: Traffic Safe Communities Network(TSCN) in Santa Clara County is a community collaborative guided by the Public Health Department, with members from law enforcement, engineering, health care, schools, community advocates, elected officials, and other interested in reducing traffic related injuries and deaths. The Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Work Group of TSCN works with elmentary and middle schools to implement the Safe Routes to School Program throughout Santa Clara County and to support Walk and Bike to School Week and other events promoting walking and bicycling in a traffic safe environment. TSCN conducts walkability/bikeability assessments, safety planning, and parent/student education on safely walking and bicycling to school. Other TSCN work groups address Alcohol and Impaired Driving, Roadway Safety, and Senior Mobility. Kemp, Deborah Contra Costa Master Gardener Contra Costa Master Gardener Association 6101 Santa Cruz, Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94804 510.559.9223 tel, 510.525.2019 fax deborahkemp@mac.com Program Description: Contra Costa Master Gardeners are trained by the University of California. Their mission is to extend to the public research based information verified by the University about home horticulture and pest management. In exchange for their training Master Gardeners volunteer their time in a broad range of activities. They conduct workshops at school and community gardens, assist garden coordinators in writing grants and planning gardens. They host plant clinics, staff booths and county fairs and local farmers' markets, write advice columns in local newspapers and maintain a help desk for telephone and e-mail requests for gardening information. Kettles, Jeanne Wellness Committee leadership AUSD 2628 Lincoln Ave., Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94501 510.749.9269 tel jeannekettles@yahoo.com Khanna, Navina ? Community Food system Analyst UC Cooperative Extension 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2481 tel navina@ucdavis.edu Kocher, Lillie Manager, Community Services American Cancer Society 25 Bellam Blvd., Ste. 150, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94901 415.454.8464 x307 tel, 415.456.1477 fax Lilliekocher@cancer.org Koomas, Alyssa SJSU Dietetics Program Student 3578 17th St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94110 415.519.1170 tel alyssa8118@yahoo.com www.nufs.sjsu.edu/index.htm Program Description: San Jose State University Program in Dietetics. Kozanian, Tamar Santa Clara County Public Health Department (SCCPHD) 1400 Parkmoore Ave., Ste. 120B, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2711 tel tamarkozanian@gmail.com Krackov, Andrew Lucile Packard Foundation for Children's Health andy.krackov@lpfch.org Kraus, Sibella President SAGE (Suitable Agriculture Education) 1417 Josephine St., Berkeley, CA 94073 510.526.1793 tel, 510.524.7153 fax sibella@sagecenter.org Kuhn, Brooke Community Assessment, Planning & Education Alameda County Public Health Department 1000 Broadway, 5th Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.267.8017 tel, 510.268.7012 fax brkuhn@co.alameda.ca.us Kupriyanova, Taisiya Nutrition Student San Jose State University centanr@yahoo.com Program Description: I am a member of NEAT-on-Campus Club that promotes healthy eating. Together we try to do peer education/counseling for students on campus. L La Chaux, Bianca, MS, CHES Health Program Coordinator YMCA of the Eastbay 4175 Lakeside Dr., Ste. A, Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94806 blachaux@ymcaeastbay.org www.ymcaeastbay.org Program Description: YMCA of the Eastbay coordinates a School Based Health Center in Richmond, CA, at Kennedy High School. We provide coordinated comprehensive services. These services include; mental health counseling, health education, sexual reproductive services, nutrition and physical activity programs. Our programs are currently for students; however, our vision is to become a community school and extend services to our community as well. Lague, Anna, RD ? Food Service Director Redwood City School District/Sodexho School Food Service 750 Bradford St., Redwood City, San Mateo County, CA 94063 650.423.2226 tel alague@rcsd.k12.ca.us Program Description: Redwood City School District is a K - 8 district with 17 schools on 15 campuses. If you want to learn more please visit their Website at www.rcsd.ca.campusgrid.net. Sodexho is the largest food service management company in the world. In the US Sodexho manages school food service programs as well as health care facilities, higher education, senior living, and corporate dining. Please visit our Website: www.sodexhoeducation.com. Lam, Jenny University of California Cooperative Extension - UCCE San Mateo jllam@ucdavis.edu Lambert, Rachel A. Food Services Manager Rebekah Children's Services 290 Ioof Ave., Gilroy, Santa Clara County, CA 95020 408.846.2403 tel, 408.842.1989 fax rlambert@rcskids.org www.rcskids.org Program Description: Rebekah Children's Services is dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children and families. We do that by providing care through our Level 14 Residential treatment, out-patient mental health care, prevention and education, non-public school, foster care, adoption, and wrap-around services. Lambert, Teresa Harnden, MS ? Nutrition Programs Coordinator Alameda County Community Food Bank 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.635.3663 tel, 510.635.3773 fax tlambert@accfb.org www.accfb.org Program Description: Alameda County Community Food Bank Mission: To alleviate hunger by providing nutritious food and nutrition education to people in need, educating the public, and promoting public policies that address hunger and its root causes. Background: Since 1985, the Alameda County Community Food Bank has helped people in need. As Alameda County's central clearinghouse for donated food, the Food Bank distributed 12 million pounds of food during FY 2003-2004. In turn, the Food Bank's network of 280 community based organizations provided food assistance to 120,000 individuals each month, including adults, children, the elderly, people with disabilities, abuse survivors, people living with AIDS, and the homeless. In addition to food distribution, the Food Bank educates the community about the causes of hunger and poverty, advocates for policies that would improve the lives of low-income people and operates an emergency food referral hotline 800-870-3663 (-FOOD) in Alameda County. Landskroner, Ron Specialist Clerk California Children's Services Alameda County Dept. of Public Health 1000 Broadway, Ste. 500, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.208.5973 ron.landskroner@acgov.org, npauthor@earthlink.net Program Description: Not affiliated with any organization. I do not represent Alameda County or any of its entities. My interest is solely as a concerned citizen, though I would like to provide needed information to my co-workers and help BANPAC with efforts to reach out to the health professional community. Mention of Alameda Public Health Department is only for the purpose of identification. Lansing, Jeremy, MA Community Training Program Coordinator Sports4Kids 517 4th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.893.4180 x319 tel, 510.893.4378 fax jlansing@sports4kids.org www.Sports4Kids.org Program Description: The mission of Sports4Kids is "To improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play". Lashea, Katrina Program Coordinator Kaiser Permanente Educational Theater Programs (ETP) 1438 Webster St., Ste. 295, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.987.2223 tel, 510.873.5014 fax katrina.lashea@kp.org www.kp.org/etp/ncal Program Description: Provide 5 Free programs to schools around health issues for grades K-12. Latief, Uzma Intern Dietetic Technician Merritt College 940 Page St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 ualatief@hotmail.com 510.559.3439 tel Program Description: Dietetic technician education program at Merritt College Oakland, CA. Laverty, Annette ? Nutrition Services Alameda County Public Health 3600 Telegraph Ave., Ste. B, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.595.6446 tel, 510.595.6446 fax annette.laverty@acgov.org Lawrence, Leslye 3912 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, CA 95062 831.457.1207 tel, 831.475.7456 fax leslye.lawrence@baumancollege.org Leader, Janet, MPH, RD Director of Program Planning and Evaluation Second Harvest Food Bank 750 Curtner Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.266.8866 x346 tel, 408.266.9042 fax jleader@shfb.org www.shfb.org Program Description: Second Harvest collaborates with a network of over 300 partner nonprofit agenices that operate 1,051 food distribution sites to distribute over 33 million pounds of food in a year. In addition to the partner agencies are the Direct Service Programs: Produce Mobile, Mobile Pantry, Brown Bag, Family Harvest and Partners in Need. Lee, Korin, MPH Bay Area Children's Power Play Campaign Program Representative University Cooperative Extension Alameda County kzlee@ucdavis.edu Program Description: We provide nutrition and physical activity education to youth in low-income schools and communities. Lenhart, Kitty Contra Costa Child Care Council 1035 Detroit Ave., Ste 200, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94518 925.676.6117 x3528 tel KLenhart@cocokids.org Lenoir, Linda District Nurse Palo Alto Unified School District 25 Churchill Ave., Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94306 650.329.3766 tel, 650.833.4265 fax llenoir@pansd.org Leu, Linda, MPH ? Policy Analyst, Office of Supervisor Liz Kniss Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors (BOS) 70 West Hedding St., 10th Floor, East Wing, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95110 408.299.5050 tel linda.leu@bos.sccgov.org Program Description: Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors oversees the County's Health and Hospital System, including the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Public Health Department, etc. Leung, Cindy, MPH Agency & Nutrition Services Coordinator Alameda County Community Food Bank 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.635.3663 x341 tel cleung@accfb.org www.accfb.org Levitin, Peggy Retired Nutrition Services Director 4300 The Wood Dr., Apt. 905, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95136 408.229.1401 tel, 408.229.1401 fax PegJUHSD@aol.com Leyva, Obiel, MPH UC Berkeley School of Public Health obielconsultant@gmail.com Program Description: The mission of the University of California, Berkeley, School of Public Health is to: Conduct world class, rigorous research. Apply knowledge to prevent disease and injury and promote the health of individuals and communities in California, the United States and the world. Develop diverse leaders for professional and research careers through undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs. Enhance the knowledge and skills of the public health workforce through continuing education and technical assistance. Lijin, Zhu PDF Solutions lijinzhuruian@gmail.com Linchey, Jennifer, BA Staff Research Associate I University of California San Francisco 3333 California St., Ste. 245, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94118 925.788.2210 tel, 415.476.6106 fax lincheyj@peds.ucsf.edu Program Description: I currently work for a pediatrician researcher at UCSF who conducts community-based research surrounding physical activities interventions for minority youth. We recently concluded an evaluation of a soccer-based after school program for elementary school children, and our current studies include an examination of Fitnessgram reporting in California as well as an observational study of PE in Oakland. I personally am applying to MPH Nutrition programs this fall and hope to pursue a career surrounding nutrition research and/or policy. Lively, Laura, RD Clinic Dietitian Native American Health Center 2950 International Blvd., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.535.4463 tel, 510.533.8474 fax laural@nativehealth.org www.nativehealth.org/ Program Description: Native American Health Center was established in 1972 in San Francisco to meet the health care needs of one of the largest populations of American Indians in the country. Our clinical facilities provide a full range of community health care and prevention services including primary medical care; comprehensive dental care; family guidance counseling; HIV prevention and AIDS treatment; youth services; women, infants and children's health (WIC); and general nutrition and fitness. Native American Health Center also maintains a satellite clinic at Alameda Point, a school-based clinic in Alameda and the Healthy Nations Wellness Center in Oakland. The mission of Native American Health Center is to assist American Indians improve and maintain their physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being while respecting cultural traditions, and to advocate for the needs of all Indian people, especially the most vulnerable members of our community. Loader, Jeremy Youth Nutrition Program Coordinator Palo Alto Medical Foundation - Camino Division loaderj@pamf.org Program Description: Our Youth Nutrition Program is designed as a 10 week program, intended for 5th grade classes. Our intention is to reach title 1 schools. Our program covers: the digestive system, food groups, fruits and vegetables, proteins and grains, dairy, physical activity, and media influence. Loya-Talamantes, Michelle, MPH Program Coordinator Central American Resource Center, CARECEN 1245 Alabama St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94110 michelle@carecensf.org Program Description: CARECEN has served San Francisco's Latino immigrants since its founding by Central American refugees in 1986. Our wellness, family empowerment, and legal and advocacy programs work hand-in-hand to provide comprehensive family support. Most of our clients are recent, undocumented immigrants who are surviving, and often raising families, on incomes under the federal poverty line. Last year alone, we directly reached over 12,000 individuals. We provide culturally and linguistically competent services in the areas of youth violence prevention, immigration law, and health. Cuerpo Sano: �Act�vate! is designed to educate and bring awareness to the Latino community of San Francisco on the importance of healthy and nutritionally sound lifestyles, by recruiting a group of children, adolescents, and their families, to participate in multi-pronged activities encouraging the adoption of habits of good nutrition and physical exercise as ongoing positive life health practices. Our primary activities are after school physical activity and culturally relevant nutrition/cooking classes. Lundeberg, Alette ? Administrator Santa Clara County Social Services Agency 333 West Julian St., Bldg. #1, 4th Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95110 408.491.6610 tel, 408.975.4521 fax alette.lundeberg@ssa.sccgov.org Program Description: The Santa Clara County Social Services Agency (SSA) provides safety net services for county residents. SSA administers many federal and state mandated programs, as well as locally designed programs through its three major departments: Aging and Adult Services (In Home Support Services, Senior Nutrition programs, Public Guardian); Family and Children's Services (child welfare services); Employment and Benefit Services (Medi-cal, Food Stamps. CalWORKs Cash Assistance, Refugee Cash Assistance, CAPI, General Assistance, CalWORKs Employment Services). Lyons, Pat, RN, MA Director Connections Consulting 416 Hester Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94606 510.763.7365 tel lyons.pat@sbcglobal.net M Macaulay, Dola Community Health Advocate Contra Costa Health Services 597 Center St., Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94533 925.313.6862 tel, 925.313.6866 fax omaccaul@hsd.co.contra-costa.ca.us Mann-Lev, Shelley, MPH, CPS Prevention Coordinator Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) 610 Alta Vista, Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, CA 87505 smann@sfps.info Marin, Gerardo and Tiffany Golden ? Co-Managers Farm Fresh Choice Program Description: Farm Fresh Choice is Food Justice organization that works with our Black and Latino communities to reclaim our relationship to sustainable foods. We support local farmers that reflect the diversity of our community and set up produce stands that are conveniently located at after school programs in West and South Berkeley. We have a partnership with our youth interns to develop strategies for community action in our unjust food system. Markworth, Adrienne, MA Founder and President Leah's Pantry, Inc. 276 17th Ave., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94121 415.710.2729 tel adrienne@leahspantry.org www.leahspantry.org Program description: Leah's Pantry, Inc. provides cooking and nutrition workshops to individuals and families living in homeless shelters and affordable housing communities throughout California. Martin, Lori, MS, RD Steps Program Manager Santa Clara County Public Health Department (SCCPHD) Sobrato Center for Nonprofits 1400 Parkmoor Ave., Ste. #120B, San Jose, San Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2713 tel, 408.793.2731 fax lori.martin@hhs.sccgov.org McCaffrey, Laura University of California Cooperative Extension - UCCE San Mateo lmccaffrey@ucdavis.edu McDonald, Janet, PhD U.S. Food and Drug Administration Alameda County, CA 510.337.6845 tel janet.mcdonald@fda.gov www.fda.gov Program Description: The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation�s food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation. The FDA is also responsible for advancing the public health by helping to speed innovations that make medicines and foods more effective, safer, and more affordable; and helping the public get the accurate, science-based information they need to use medicines and foods to improve their health. McDonald, Keith Program Representative for SPARK/SPORTIME School Specialty Physical Education & Health (SPARK/SPORTIME) 499 Marina Blvd., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94123 415.350.0121 tel kmcdonald@sparkpe.org www.sparkpe.org Program Description: SPARK is a research-based organization dedicated to creating, implementing, and evaluating programs that promote lifelong wellness. SPARK strives to improve the health of children and adolescents by disseminating evidence-based physical activity and nutrition programs that provide curriculum, staff development, follow-up support, and equipment to teachers of Pre-K through 12th grade and after school students. SPARK strives to achieve outstanding customer satisfaction through timely delivery and exceptional service. McGuire, Melissa ? Program Manager CA DHS, CPNS, Nutrition Network 1616 Capitol Ave, Ste. 74.516, MS 7204, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 95814 916.449.5434 tel, 916.449.5414 fax Melissa.Mcguire@cdph.ca.gov McKean, Michelle, MPH, RD Project Director UCSF 3333 California St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94118 415.476.2860 tel michelle_mckean@hotmail.com McKinley, Craig, MS Physical Education Coordinator Alameda County Office Of Education ACOE 313 West Winton Ave., Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544 510.670.7720 tel, 510.670.3720 fax cmckinley@acoe.org McKinnon, Joe 1154 E 12th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94606 937.838.0090 tel mckinnjr@gmail.com Mejdani, Taryn ? Physical Activity Coordinator UC Cooperative Extension 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2185 tel, 510.748.9644 fax tmmejdani@ucdavis.edu Mena, Mona, MPH, MSW ? Program Specialist Alameda County Public Health Dept./EMS 1000 San Leandro Blvd., Ste. 200, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA 94577 510.618.2035 tel, 510.618.2099 fax mona.mena@acgov.org www.acgov.org Program Description: Alameda County Public Health Department/EMS is involved in building environment and healthy communities from a safety focus. We work collaboratively with other staff in the Public Health Department to address all aspects of improving the public health, by working with county, city and community partners. Menefee, Andrea, MPH, RD Manager, Nutrition and Physical Activity Promotion Contra Costa Health Services, Community Wellness & Prevention Program (CW&PP) 597 Center St. Ste. 125, Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94553 925.313.6217 tel, 925.313.6840 fax amenefee@hsd.cccounty.us www.ccprevention.org Program Description: Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) is a full-service county health care system that includes: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) with a modern hospital and twelve community clinics; Contra Costa Health Plan, a federally qualified health plan; and public health programs including the Public Health Clinic Services and the Community Wellness & Prevention Program (CW&PP). CW&PP has been working to prevent injuries and chronic diseases for over 20 years. Over that time we have developed and implemented projects in injury and violence prevention, asthma prevention, tobacco control, lead poisoning prevention, and promoting nutrition and physical activity. Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) cares for and improves the health of all people in Contra Costa County with special attention to those who are most vulnerable to health problems. We provide high quality services with respect and responsiveness to all. We are an integrated system of health care services, community health improvement and environmental protection. We anticipate community health needs and change to meet those needs. We work in partnership with our patients, cities and diverse communities, as well as other health, education and human service agents. We encourage creative, ethical and tenacious leadership to implement effective health policies and programs. We have a department-wide goal to reduce health disparities by addressing issues of diversity and linguistic and cultural competence. Our Nutrition and Physical Activity Promotion Program, housed within the CCHS Community Wellness & Prevention Program (CWPP), seeks to address the current childhood obesity epidemic through a continuum of strategies, from the Spectrum of Prevention, in partnership with Contra Costa�s healthcare, education, childcare, faith, non-profit and government sectors. Metz, Mary A.* ? Medical Magnet Coordinator Andrew P. Hill High School 3200 Senter Rd., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95111 408.347.4143 tel, 408.347.4115 fax metzm@esuhsd.org www.andrewhill.org Meyers, Gail P., PhD Founder/Executive Directors Farms to Grow, Inc. PO Box 10504, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94610 415.359.7825 tel Gpmyers@farmstogrow.com www.farmstogrow.com Mickens, Royalitta Program Manager Girls Inc. (Girls Incorporated of Alameda County) 3000 62nd Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94605 510.430.1850 x201 tel, 510.357.5112 fax rmickens@girlsinc-alameda.org www.girlsinc-alameda.org Working with Power Play over the past few years in collaboration with our girls sports, health, fitness and nutrition programs has been wonderful. The Soda Free Summer Program would fit in perfectly with our agency goals! Mikkelsen, Leslie Managing Director Prevention Institute Strategic Alliance for Healthy Food and Activity Environments 265 29th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94661 510.444.7738 tel, 510.444.7738 fax leslie@preventioninstitute.org www.preventioninstitute.org Miller, Michael ? President Brown Miller Communications 1114 Jones St., Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94523 925.370.9777 tel, 925.370.9811 fax mike@brownmillerpr.com www.brownmillerpr.com Milligan, Sheila Senior Health Educator Kaiser Permanente�Regional Health Education 1950 Franklin St., Floor 13, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.987.1756 tel, 510.873.5979 fax sheilamilligan@gmail.com Milosevich, Denise, MPH Senior Health Education Specialist Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) 597 Center Ave., Ste. 125, Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94553 925.313.6110 tel, 925.313.6840 fax dmilosev@hsd.cccounty.us www.cchealth.org Project Description: Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) is a full-service county health care system that includes: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) with a modern hospital and twelve community clinics; Contra Costa Health Plan, a federally qualified health plan; and public health programs including the Public Health Clinic Services and the Community Wellness & Prevention Program (CW&PP). CW&PP has been working to prevent injuries and chronic diseases for over 2 0 years. Over that time we have developed and implemented projects in injury and violence prevention, asthma prevention, tobacco control, lead poisoning prevention, built environment, and promoting nutrition and physical activity. Mitchell, LeAnn Y. ? Single & Multiple Subjects Health Education Teacher Redwood City School District 250 Myrtle St., Redwood City, San Mateo County, CA 94062 650.368.3130 tel, 650.368.3130 fax lymitchell@rcn.com Program Description: Redwood City School District is a K-8 district with 16 schools. We have a high % of ELL students and a relatively high number of free lunch recipients. We are a culturally diverse school district/community, and are attempting to bring better, high quality fitness and nutrition programs to the students and staff in Redwood City. Momtaheni, Ida IdaAshley@gmail.com Moody, Sandra, MS, CLC, CWC Wellness Consultant Rx Coaching 30 Grandview Ct., Danville, Contra Costa County, CA 94506 925.964.0299 tel, 925.964.1545 fax Sandimoody@sbcglobal.net Program Description: Corporations receive custom tailored disease management strategies that focus on behavioral interventions which support treatment compliance and wellness sustainability. Our client-centered approach and health initiatives are designed to assess and identify your employee population. Our unique "personal" approach and Health Risk Appraisals provide a vital catalyst for engaging employees to become aware and adopt lasting health behavior habits. These new behaviors will create a healthier workforce and help reduce overall health care costs. Our health initiatives can be incorporated into your existing Wellness Program or used as a stand-alone offering. Schools gain a dedicated partner who will facilitate in creating a healthy school environment for both teachers and students. Sandra Moody, Founder of Rx Coaching is dedicated in helping schools implement a low cost wellness program that will provide teachers with the tools to be "healthy" role models and provide students physical activity and healthy eating opportunities. Building a healthy school site that fosters healthy behaviors will shape the well-being of students and help reduce the obesity rate in America. Moore, Meredith Agency and Nutrition Services Administrator Alameda County Community Food Bank 7900 Edgewater Dr., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.635.3663 x365 tel mmoore@accfb.org www.accfb.org Moore, Meredith K. Bay Area Children's Power Play! Representative University of California Cooperative Extension Alameda County (UCCE Alameda Co.) 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2480 tel, 510.748.9644 fax mkmoore@ucdavis.edu cealameda.ucdavis.edu Program Description: The California Children�s 5 a Day--Power Play! Campaign is a public health initiative led by the California Department of Health Services and administered by the Public Health Institute in cooperation with the National 5 A Day Program. Its purpose is to motivate and empower California�s 9 to 11-year-old children to eat 3 to 5 cups of fruits and vegetables and get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, and to promote environmental changes that make practicing these behaviors both easy and socially acceptable. These objectives are designed to improve children�s short-term health and reduce their long-term risk of chronic diseases, especially cancer, heart disease, and obesity. Morita, Mina ? Program Coordinator Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre Programs 1438 Webster St., Ste. 205, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.987.2223 tel, 510.873.5014 fax mina.morita@kp.org www.kp.org/etp Program Description: Kaiser Permanente's Educational Theatre Programs provides health information through the engaging medium of live theatre. Created in conjunction with medical professionals, educators, parents, students and theatre professionals, each program shares the age-appropriate, up-to-date facts that are necessary for making healthier life choices. Audiences of all ages readily relate to the performer/educators, who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and who are trained extensively in health issues and peer counseling. Additional resource materials are available for students, teachers and parents, to facilitate ongoing dialogue about the health issues covered in the program. Mount, Michelle Coordinator Fit for Learning Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) 1290 Ridder Park Dr., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95131-2304 408.453.6982 tel, 408.453.6905 fax michelle_mount@sccoe.org www.sccoe.org Program Description: Fit for Learning was created to help children develop fitness while they're young. This award winning program provides easy-to-use and effective resources that tie health and fitness into other disciplines. Mowery, Leah Nutrition Education Assistant Alameda County Office of Education 313 W. Winton Ave., Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544 lmowery@slzusd.k12.ca.us Program Description: Elementary School nutrition education through presentations in class and out in the school garden and through hands on activities; tastings; family education; assistance to teachers in nutrition education; and development of after school nutrition education programming. Mulcahy, Nicolina Territory Manager Dairy Council of California (DCC) 7901 Oakport St., Ste. 3200, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94621 510.286.0490 tel, 510.286.3825 fax nmulcahy@dairycouncilofca.org www.dairycouncilofca.org/ Program Description: The Dairy Council of California helps to improve the lives of millions of Californians each year through nutrition education. Dairy Council of California is a state government entity that is funded by California�s dairy producers and processors. Since 1919, Dairy Council of California has been an innovator in nutrition education. Our mission is to help consumers make food choices for optimal health that match individual values. We do so using a total diet approach in which dairy is a cornerstone, through innovative learning programs, research and communication. We strive to enhance the health and well-being of children and adults by enabling individuals to make healthful food and lifestyle choices through our nutrition education programs for educators and health professionals. N Naderi, Ramin, MA Kinesiology Community Wellness and Outreach Director Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley Inc. 602 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95122 408.445.3400 tel, 408.998.0964 fax rnaderi@ihcscv.org www.indianhealthcenter.org Project Description:The Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley (IHC) was established in 1977. The IHC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. In 1993, the IHC has expanded its services and obtained Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. In May of 2001, the IHC received a three-year accreditation from the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), and the agency has been re-newed every three years since. In early 2002, the IHC opened a new Wellness Center designed to promote healthy living by providing mental health, multiple prevention services, culturally specific activities and groups and an exercise gym. Nalezny, Sylvie, MA, CNE Nutritionist & Health Educator To Your Health! 22 Acacia Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94708 sylvie@herestoyourhealth.info www.herestoyourhealth.info Program Description: I work PT as a Nutritionist at Metabolic Nutrition in San Rafael, CA. We use an in-office metabolic typing protocol to determine what foods & supplements are best for the individual's metabolism. The cornerstone of the protocol is balancing the pH of the blood. People of different metabolic types can eat the exact same foods and have opposite reactions. This is why some people thrive on a vegetarian diet, and others need more protein and fat. Our system of metabolic typing is different than some of the others out there because we do not rely solely on questionnaires. We look at how certain physiological markers shift after administering a modified glucose challenge to determine the individual's type. I teach seminars on metabolic typing to other practitioners as well. I also have a private practice where I counsel individuals for weight loss. Metabolic typing and food allergy testing individualizes each client's program and sets them up for success! I do grocery shopping tours, cooking demos, and meal planning with my clients as well. Neelon, Marisa, RD, MS ? University of California Cooperative Extension UCCE 75 Santa Barbara Rd., 2nd Fl., Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, CA 94523 925.646.6128 tel, 925.646.6708 fax mqneelon@ucdavis.edu Program Description: Cooperative Extension is a public outreach of the University of California. We provide educational programs in the areas of agriculture, youth development, urban horticulture, and nutrition. The Youth Nutrition Education Program provides curriculum and training at no cost to teachers and youth leaders from qualifying schools and community organizations in Contra Costa County. The Adult Nutrition Education Program provides basic nutrition classes for low income adults and families. Nelson, Sarah Special Projects Manager Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association (PCFMA) 5056 Commercial Circle, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94520 925.825.9090 tel, 925.825.9101 fax sarahnelson@pcfma.com www.pcfma.com Program Description: Our mission is to establish and operate community-supported certified farmers' markets and other direct marketing outlets that provide viable economic opportunities for California farmers and food producers, local access to farm fresh products, support for local businesses and community organizations, and education concerning food, nutrition and the sustainability of California agriculture. We operate more than 50 farmers' markets in the Bay Area, run up to 150 cooking demonstrations a year, and promote healthy, local eating habits. Our markets accept EBT and WIC coupons, and we support nutrition education for food support recipients. Nguyen, Tu Project Access tnguyen@project-access.org Program Description: Project Access is a non-profit organization that assists families and seniors living in low income housing communities. The organization brings critical services on-site, where they live, to help ensure that parents maintain their employment, children stay in school and seniors remain active. Project Access provides services such as after school tutoring, pre-school readiness, healthy snacks, job search assistance, health programs, ESL programs and senior programs. Project Access is also beginning a funding program to provide critical financial assistance to a family if they are in danger of losing their housing due to unforeseen circumstances. Niebuhr, Deanna, MPP Director of School Health Initiatives Bay Area Partnership for Children and Youth 1611 Telegraph Ave., Ste. 404, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.830.4200 x1605 tel, 510.238.9255 fax deanna@bayareapartnership.org www.bayareapartnership.org Program Description: The Bay Area Partnership is an intermediary non-profit that assists low-income communities in the 9 Bay Area counties, mostly through schools, to access existing public funding to support programs and services for school-age children. Nishio, Stephanie, MPH, RD California Nutrition Network snishio@dhs.ca.gov Norback, Nora Clinical Nutrition Educator/Obesity Task Force Chair Kaiser Permanente 901 Nevin Ave., Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94801 510.307.2729 tel, 510.307.2702 fax nora.norback@kp.org Norton, Deborah, RN, NP, PhD ? Director Wellness Practices, Inc. 919 Wiget Ln., Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, CA 94598 925.708.4085 tel, 925.210.1299 fax dnortonanp@astound.net www.healthandwellnesspractices.net O Ogilvie, Robert S., PhD ? Program Director Planning for Healthy Places 180 Grand St., Ste. 750, Oakland, Alameda, CA 94612 510.302.3352 tel, 510.444.8253 fax rogilvie@phi.org Program Description: Land use policy offers a valuable set of tools to promote and enhance healthy communities. Local governments, private developers, and community groups can all work to create patterns of development that improve community health by ensuring that farmers' markets and neighborhood grocery stores are supported, for instance, or by promoting sidewalks, parks and other environmental components that encourage physical activity. Public Health Law & Policy's Land Use and Health project works to engage public health advocates in the land-use decision-making process throughout California. We develop tools for training advocates in the relationship between the built environment and public health, and provide technical assistance for creating and implementing land use policies that support healthier communities. Ojeh, Sylvia, BS San Jose State University (SJSU) 2415 Riconada Dr., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 510.691.2211 tel sylvia.ojeh@gmail.com Project Description: San Jose State University is an accredited public University located in San Jose, CA. It offers over 70 different undergraduate degrees and graduate degrees. O'Kane, Molly Assistant Director Child Nutrition San Lorenzo Unified School District 15510 Usher St., San Lorenzo, Alameda County, CA 94580 510.317.4660 tel, 510.317.4699 fax mokane@slzusd.org www.slzusd.org Program description: School District Okasaki, Nancy W. Transportation Planner Metropolitan Transportation Commission 101 Eighth St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607-4700 510.817.5759 tel, 510.817.5848 fax Nokasaki@mtc.ca.gov Program Description: Promoting healthy living and exercise by working together to build a safe and accessible environment that encompasses best practices in engineering, enforcement and education in transportation planning. O'Keefe Girbal, Patricia, RD Reseach Associate, Registered Dietitian Cooperative Extension Alameda, Alameda County, CA triciaokeefe@gmail.com Program Description: I am a Research Assistant working on a special project for the University of California Cooperative Extension Alameda County. The project is called Nutrition Education Training Academy (NETA) and we focus on early childhood nutrition education. Okendo, Jerry President LULAC League of Latin American Citizens, Council 3096 1647 Willow Pass Rd., Ste. 129, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94520 925.210.9215 tel okendojerry@msn.com Oppen, Michelle, MPH ? Program Manager Coordinated School Health Oakland Unified School District 495 Jones Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94603 510.879.2409 tel michelle.oppen@ousd.k12.ca.us Ortiz-Padilla, Maria, MPA ? Senior Health Education Specialist Contra Costa Health Services 597 Center Ave., Ste. 115, Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94553 925.313.6108 tel, 925.313.6840 fax mpadilla@hsd.cccounty.us Ota, Lisa Tremont Public Health Nutritionist 3295 Phillips Rd., Lafayette, Contra Costa County, CA 94549 925.962.1994 tel lisao@sacredbite.com P Paredes Bahnsen, Liz Resident Services Supervisor Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara c/o 1340 Hope Dr., Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, CA 95054 408.567.9274 tel, 408.567.9255 fax lizp@hacsc.org www.hacsc.org Program Description: Our agency provides affordable housing and services to qualified low-income families and seniors in Santa Clara County. Paul, Susan ? Training and Events Specialist Public Health Institute 180 Grand Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.302.3323 tel, 510.451.8606 fax spaul@partnershipph.org Program Description: It is the mission of the Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative (BARHII), a collaboration among senior officials and staff from eight bay area public health departments, "to transform public health practice for the purpose of eliminating health inequities using a broad spectrum of approaches that create healthy communities." BARHII is committed to building stronger relationships with communities to address the multitude of factors that contribute to poor health, and to creating alliances with key institutions that influence community health. Our work will focus on community capacity building, policy advocacy and the incorporation of this work into the mission and practice of public health departments. Paulsen, Geoffrey ? Steps Program Manager Santa Clara County Public Health Department 976 Lenzen Ave., Ste. 1200, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.792.5132 tel, 408.947.8745 fax geoffrey.paulsen@hhs.sccgov.org www.sccphd.org/steps Program Description: Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County is a federally-funded program led by community partners and Public Health, focusing on the areas of asthma, diabetes, obesity, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and tobacco use. The program supports local communities to implement the Federal Healthier US initiative to help Americans live longer, healthier lives. Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County (SCC Steps) is consistent with the Public Health Department�s mission of preventing health problems, promoting healthy behaviors, and reducing environmental hazards. The SCC Steps intervention area is comprised of 360,609 people, or nearly 21% of the county�s population. The demographics of the residents living in this area are 53% Hispanic, 24% Asian, 18% White and 3% Black. There are 66 public schools from five school districts located in the SCC Steps area. Peach, Nancy Director Organic Lunchbox 3 Flemings Court, Marin, Marin County, CA 94965 415.331.3613 tel npeach6@aol.com Program Description: We are just in the planning stages of developing a project in Marin City. The name we have chosen is the Organic Lunchbox. We intend on feeding the entire Sausalito/Marin City school district with health organic whole food for the school lunch program. We also intend on feeding the children of the Summer Camp while they are out in the summer with no school lunch. Offer cooking classes and nutritional education to all people in Marin City and educating them about Food Stamps. Employ workers from the community that have been involved in some way with the Justice System. Allowing persons who are working their community hours off to work in the kitchen. Offer apprenticeship program to train about running a kitchen and a nonprofit. Teaching how to write grants and proposals. Also, develop a School to Career Program in conjunction with Tamalpais High School to bring the project into the high school. The organization is in its planning stages, as I said. We are working with the Marin City Community Services District Manager to secure a kitchen that will be used as a community kitchen to promote health and wellness. The kitchen will be certified Organic and we will make it available to the community to learn how eating healthy can be a wonderful alternative to the unhealthy state our nation is in. Promote health and wellness by instituting a walking program with the community Mapping out walks to the Farmers Market in Sausalito as well as the Richardson Bay area. Ultimately, working up to cycling. Perez, Lyndsey, RN District Nurse Sunnyvale School District 819 Iowa Ave., Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, CA 94086 408.522.8241 x15 tel, 408.522.4679 fax lyndsey.perez@sesd.org www.sesd.org Program Description: Public school district Perron, Maureen H., RD President Coastside Health Committee P.O. Box 781, Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County, CA 94019 650.712.0431 tel, 650.726.6445 fax coastsidehealth@coastside.net Program Description: A non profit organization working to improve the nutritional knowledge of our community and improve the nutrition in our schools. Pertschuk, Karen, MPH, RD Associate Specialist UC Berkeley Center for Weight and Health kpertschuk@berkeley.edu norcalheal.cnr.berkeley.edu/index.php Program Description: The Center for Weight and Health is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of California, Berkeley. Our Mission is to provide leadership for the development of science-based solutions to weight-related health problems with a focus on children and families. The Center's approach is to link researchers with the community so that community needs and priorities drive the research agenda and research results more effectively inform community action and public policy. In addition to conducting collaborative research and community outreach projects we also develop practical tools and resources for researchers and the community; synthesize research findings to inform policy, research and action priorities; and provide forums for dialogue and information dissemination. We host one of the most extensive Websites on the topic of child overweight. The Website includes extensive resource lists and links of interest to those working to prevent child overweight. Center produced materials including literature reviews, professional and client educational materials and information about upcoming Center events are also available on our site. Peters, Joyce, MS, RD CNN Dietitian Oakland Unified School District - OUSD 900 High St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.879.1854 tel, 510.879.1779 fax joyce.peters@ousd.k12.ca.us Program Description: Large, urban public school system with high percentage of free and reduced lunch eligibility. Petrich, Megan Quality Improvement Clinical Program Coordinator San Francisco Health Plan 201 Third St., 7th Floor, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94103 415.615.4420 tel, 415.615.6420 fax mpetrich@sfhp.org Pham, Linda Organizer South Bay First Thursdays Santa Clara County phamalinda@yahoo.com www.firstthursdays.org Program Description: First Thursdays (FT) is focused on serving young Asian and Pacific Islanders (API) interested in supporting community activities and organizations throughout the South Bay. FT provides a forum for networking, shared learning among peers, and community service opportunities. Pirruccello, Carole Public Health Institute CA Department of Health Services Cancer Prevention Nutrition Services 1616 Capital Ave., Ste. 74516, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 94234 cpirrucc@dhs.ca.gov Portello Nelson, Amy Asst. Child Nutrition Coordinator SF Dept of Children Youth and Their Families - DCYF 1390 Market St., Ste. 900, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.554.3506 tel, 415.554.8965 fax anelson@dcyf.org www.dcyf.org, www.shapeupsf.org Program Description: Created in 1989, the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth & Their Families (known as DCYF) is the arm within city government focused exclusively on ensuring that young people - ages 0 through 17 - become healthy, productive, and valued community members. Through department collaboration, grants and programming/policy development, DCYF supports early care and education, family support, health and wellness, out of school time, transitional age youth, violence response, youth employment and youth empowerment. Potts, Kimberly, CFCS Home Economics Teacher Moreland Middle School 4600 Student Lane, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95130 408.874.3321 tel kpotts@moreland.org Program Description: I teach a nutrition/cooking class to 6th, 7th & 8th graders at Moreland Middle School in the Moreland School District of San Jose! Prentice, Bob, PhD Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative bprentice@phi.org Program Description: It is the mission of the Bay Area Regional Health Inequities Initiative (BARHII), a collaboration among senior officials and staff from eight bay area public health departments, "to transform public health practice for the purpose of eliminating health inequities using a broad spectrum of approaches that create healthy communities." BARHII is committed to building stronger relationships with communities to address the multitude of factors that contribute to poor health, and to creating alliances with key institutions that influence community health. Our work will focus on community capacity building, policy advocacy and the incorporation of this work into the mission and practice of public health departments. Pritchett, Katherine Holistic Health Counselor (AADP), Reiki Practitioner, Raw Foods Chef Beautiful Intuition Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County, CA 94597 703.967.6638 tel katherinepritchett@gmail.com integrativenutrition.com/graduates/kpritchett.aspx Program Description: I offer Reiki energy healing, Raw Foods/Living Foods demos and classes, qi gong and tai chi workshops, healing movement (Spirit-Flow Dance), and nutrition workshops on a wide variety of topics (The Energetics of Food, Rethinking the Way We Nourish Our Bodies and Spirits, The Healing Properties of Food, Nutrition Through the Lifecycle, and Much More!). Punzal, Mark Program Coordinator Kaiser Permanente Educational Theatre Programs mark.punzal@kp.org Project Decription: Educational Theatre Programs brings live theatrical programs to schools and communities to inspire children, teens, and adults to make informed decisions about their health and to build stronger, healthier neighborhoods. Q Queirolo, Sandy, RD CAPE Head Start 3095 Independence Dr., Ste. A, Livermore, Alameda County, CA 94551 925.548.1439 tel sandrinaq@aol.com Program Description: Head Start Program. I am also an outpatient RD for Contra Costa County. Quon, Jennie, RD Public Health Nutritionist Chinatown Public Health Center 1490 Mason St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94133 415.364.7940 tel, 415.986.1130 fax jennie.quon@sfdph Program Description: San Francisco Chinese 5 a Day Project R Raburn, Robert Executive Director East Bay Bicycle Coalition P.O. Box 1736, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.530.3444 tel, 510.451.8606 fax robertraburn@ebbc.org Rau, Jyoti, MD, PhD Kaiser Permanente 710 Lawrence Expressway (Dept. 260), Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, CA 95010 408.851.2164 tel jyoti.rau@kp.org www.permanente.net/doctor/jyotirau Reed, Shannel Health Services Assistant SJB Child Development Centers 1400 Parkmoor Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara, CA 95126 408.538.0200, x216 tel, 408.521.0242 fax sreed@sjbcdc.org www.sjbcdc.org Program Description: We support working families in Santa Clara County with subsidized and non-subsidized child care that is reliable, affordable and of the very highest quality. We exist because we believe all children in this community deserve to be cared for by dedicated, highly skilled professionals in a warm environment that educates, engages and inspires. For over 35 years it has been our sincere privilege to prepare children and families for a bright and prosperous future with innovative services that transcend traditional child care. By providing children with the care they deserve and parents with access to the resources they need, we are working together to create a vibrant, thriving community. Reedy, Aimee, EdD, MPH Vice President Planning & Evaluation and Healthy Living The Health Trust 2105 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 220, Campbell, Santa Clara County, CA 95008 408.559.5581 tel aimeer@healthtrust.org www.healthtrust.org Reese, Anaa Nutrition Policy / Community Collaborations Alameda County Public Health Department 1000 Broadway, Ste. 500, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94607 510.208.5909 tel, 510.208.5934 fax anaa.reese@acgov.org Reese, Sally, RD Nutrition Education & Operations Manager Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District (LVJUSD) 685 E. Jack London Blvd., Livermore, Alameda County, CA 94551 925.606.3295 tel, 925.454.5559 fax sreese@livermore.k12.ca.us www.livermoreschools.com Program Description: LVJUSD consists of 10 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The Campus Catering Department is committed to serving nutritious meals that appeal to students. We promote increased fruit and vegetable consumption, regular physical activity, and making healthy choices. Reich, Jessica ? Director, Food Quality Policy California Food Policy Advocates 116 New Montgomery St., Ste. 633, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94105 415.777.4422 tel, 415.777.4466 fax jreich@cfpa.net Program Description: California Food Policy Advocates is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of low-income Californians by ensuring their access to nutritious and affordable food. Reicker, Zetta, MA Program Manager San Francisco Food Systems 1390 Market St., Ste. 910, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 415.252.3950 tel Zetta.Reicker@sfdph.org www.sffoodsystems.org Reliford, Pamela J. ? Recreation Supervisor City of East Palo Alto 2277 University Ave., East Palo Alto, San Mateo County, CA 94303 650.853.5907 tel, 650.853.5928 fax preliford@cityofepa.org www.ci.east-palo-alto.ca.org Renner, Rona, RN Executive Director Childhood Matters, Inc. P.O. Box 1212, Berkeley, CA 94701 rona@childhoodmatters.org Program Description: The mission of Childhood Matters, Inc. is to inform and inspire parents and all who care about children so that every child may be happy, healthy, and thrive. We provide a respectful and inclusive public forum through our interactive radio shows as well as other media in English and Spanish. Our call-in radio shows (one in English and one in Spanish) can be heard throughout the S.F. Bay Area and Monterey county. All of the previous shows can be heard on the Websites at www.childhoodmatters.org and www.nuestrosninos.com. Richard, Steve ? Chair of Healthy Choices Committee Burton Valley Elementary School - Lafayette 625 Lucas Dr., Lafayette, Contra Costa County, CA 94549 925.212.4602 tel, 925.962.0921 fax swrichard@comcast.net Program Description: The Lafayette School District, and Burton Valley Elementary in particular, are pursuing school environments that foster healthy eating and exercise habits for our students. This includes classroom, lunchroom, garden, and school events. We have a committee with about a dozen parents and teachers. Our theme is for students to learn "Healthy Choices" for a lifetime of good health. Our school district has 4 elementary schools and one middle school. Our school board is currently developing a district wellness policy for next school year. Richardson, Alison Program Development Director YMCA of the East Bay 2330 Broadway, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.593.9565 tel, 510.987.7449 fax arichardson@ymcaeastbay.org www.ymcaeastbay.org Program Description: Serving Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The YMCA of the East Bay is all about: Children in preschool and after-school care gaining the skills and confidence that will make them better students; Boys and girls learning to swim and exploring the great outdoors at the same time that they are learning sound values and skills that will make them caring, responsible adults; Teens learning pride in themselves and encountering the larger world around them in; Families sharing adventures and quiet time around a campfire; Men and women of all ages keeping fit and well; Older adults finding companionship and volunteering. We have nine branch locations and two residential camps offering an array of services, 46 childcare centers and an award-winning outdoor environmental education center. Sources for our $30 million annual budget include member and program fees, contributions and government and foundation grants. Richardson, Jackie Public Health Institute California Department of Health Services Cancer Prevention Nutrition Section 1616 Capital Ave., Ste. 74516, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 94234 916.449.5398 tel, 916.449.5414 fax jrichar2@dhs.ca.gov Rimkus, Leah San Francisco Food Systems San Francisco Public Health 1390 Market St., Ste. 910, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.252.3932 tel, 415.252.3818 fax leah.rimkus@sfdph.org Risbeck, C. Austin, RDH ? Dental Hygienist Dental Hygienists Against Heart Disease 1311-159th Ave., #202, San Leandro, Alameda County, CA 94578 510.305.3507 tel AustinRDH@hotmail.com Program Description: A coalition of health advocates providing nutrition, tobacco cessation and other health promoting resources to local, state and national organizations. Ritchie, Lorrene, PhD, RD Director of Research Dr. Robert C. and Veronica Atkins Center for Weight and Health (CWH) 119 Morgan Hall, UC Berkeley, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94720 510.489.8483 tel, 510.489.8483 fax lorrene_ritchie@sbcglobal.net cwh.berkeley.edu Program Description: Founded in 1999, the Center works with community groups to develop and evaluate programs to support healthy eating and active living, with a focus on children and families in diverse communities. Our collaborative approach maintains scientific rigor and is responsive to the real-world needs and concerns of our community partners. We produce reports and policy briefs that can further our community partners� ability to succeed and we focus on outcomes that are meaningful to the communities we serve. Rivas, Nicole Second Harvest Food Bank 755 Curtner Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95136 775.622.2027 tel nicolerivas9@yahoo.com Program Description: The Nutrition Resource Center of the Second Harvest Food Bank's mission is to provide nutrition and food safety information to participants of the Food Bank's programs. Roan, Marian ? Health Educator La Clinica de La Raza, Alameda County marian.roan@gmail.com Program Description: We review curriculum and see individual clients with a variety of health concerns such as overweight, high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes. We work with community health educators to develop and evaluate curriculum for children and their parents around the area of healthy food and weight management. Roberts, Susan ? Executive Director Girls on the Run of the Bay Area 360 Langton St. #207, San Francisco, CA 94103 415.863.8942 tel, 415.358.5810 fax www.gotrbayarea.org sroberts@gotrbayarea.org Program Description: Founded in 2002, Girls on the Run of the Bay Area is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and an Independent Council of Girls on the Run International. Girls on the Run of the Bay Area (GOTR Bay Area) launched its first program in fall 2002 with five girls. Today, more than 500 girls participate in our programs each year and we continue to add new program sites throughout the Bay Area. The mission of Girls on the Run San Francisco is to educate and build confidence in young girls through non-competitive, curriculum-based running programs in San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa and San Mateo Counties. Our program combines training for a one-mile or 5K organized running event with curriculum-based workouts that encourage emotional, social, mental and physical development. Interactive lessons deal with issues such as drugs and alcohol, media images, gossiping, physical health, emotional health, cooperation and community. At the end of the 10-week season the girls complete their first ever one-mile or 5K distance. We provide a safe environment where girls can express themselves, build confidence, and learn from each other. We believe it is critical to reach girls at an early age in order to teach them these important life lessons and to prevent at-risk behavior such as eating disorders, substance abuse, depression, obesity, and adolescent pregnancies. Robinson, Kelly, MPA ? Consultant Alameda County Office of Education 118 Skelly Ave., Hercules, Contra Costa County, CA 94547 510.964.9511 tel kelrob3@comcast.net Roderick, Audrey Community Programs Manager Urban Sprouts 451 Hayes St., 2nd Floor, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.287.0722 tel, 415.703.0889 fax audrey@urbansprouts.org www.urbansprouts.org Project Description: By cultivating school gardens in San Francisco�s under-served neighborhoods, Urban Sprouts partners with youth and their families to build eco-literacy, equity, wellness, and community. Rodriguez, Maritza Health Educator Santa Clara County Public Health Department Nutrition & Wellness/Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County 976 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.792.5134 tel, 408.947.8745 fax maritza.rodriguez@hhs.co.santa-clara.ca.us www.sccphd.org Program Description: Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County is part of the �Steps to a HealthierUS� Program that is changing the face of chronic disease prevention and is improving people�s lives around the United States. Part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Steps Program funds communities, such as Santa Clara County, to prevent three major chronic diseases � diabetes, obesity, and asthma. By addressing the root causes of these diseases, physical inactivity, poor nutrition, and tobacco use, Steps will have lasting results. Since its inception in 2003, the Steps Program has awarded more than $100 million to 40 communities (including cities, states, and tribal governments) to implement evidence-based prevention activities and will eventually serve as national models. In 2004, the Santa Clara County Public Health Department was selected to be a part of this prestigious, cutting edge work. By reducing the risks of chronic disease, Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara County is helping local residents live longer, better, and healthier lives. Roney, Candace Executive Director Community Partnerships Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford 725 Welch Rd., M/C 5523, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94304 650.725.9468 tel, 650.724.4582 fax MCRoney@LPCH.org Rouse, Barbara Lynn Director Student Nutrition Services Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) 1585 Roger St., Milpitas, Santa Clara County, CA 95035 408.635.2894 x6505 tel brouse@musd.org www.musd.org Program Description: Unified school district K-12, 9,700 enrollment. Serve 4,300 lunches and 600 breakfasts each day. Rosa, Inez Y-EFNEP Program Representative II UC Cooperative Extension - Alameda County 1131 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2147 tel, 510.748.9644 fax lirosa@ucdavis.edu cealameda.ucdavis.edu Program Description: The delivery of EFNEP to youth takes on various forms. EFNEP provides education at schools as an enrichment of the curriculum, in after-school care programs and through 4-H EFNEP clubs, day camps residential camps, community center and neighborhood groups. Here in Alameda County EFNEP is focused on a curriculum to educate our youth about the importance of a healthy lifestyle that includes healthy eating and physical activity. The EatFit curriculum is designed to challenge middle school students to improve their eating and fitness choices. The curriculum promotes positive youth development by increasing youth's knowledge of the role nutrition and physical activity has on their health. Rosales, Ashley, RD Project Manager Dairy Council of California 1101 National Dr., Ste. B, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 95834-1901 916.263.3560 tel, 916.263.3566 fax arosales@dairycouncilofca.org www.dairycouncilofca.org/ Program Description: Known as a leader and innovator in nutrition education, Dairy Council of California continues to provide well-respected programs to educators and health professionals across the state. All of our programs incorporate behavior-change strategies that aim to achieve optimal health through food and lifestyle choices. Roth, Alan Community Nutrition Manager Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo 750 Curtner Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, CA 95125 408.266.8866 ext. 222 tel, 408.266.9042 fax aroth@shfoodbank.com Program Description: Provide and promote culturally competent nutrition education to diverse and low-income populations by providing nutrition, health, sanitation and consumer information to non-profit agencies and food recipients in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. To improve the nutritional status and promote the general well-being of low-income families and individuals. Rozum, Alicia R., MSSA, PPSC Program Manager, Coordinated School Health Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) - Complementary Learning 495 Jones Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94603 510.879.2409 tel, 510.879.2821 fax alicia.rozum@ousd.k12.ca.us webportal.ousd.k12.ca.us/Default.aspx Program Description: The OUSD Complementary Learning department is comprised of service and policy areas that "complement" the traditional school day and include Early Childhood Education, After-School Programs, Summer Learning, Integrated Support Services (mental/behavioral health), Supplemental Education Services, School-Based Health Centers, Health Services and Wellness Policy Implementation. Russum, Jacquelyn N/N Regional Nutrition Education Coordinator California Healthy Kids Resource Center 313 West Winton Ave., Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544-1198 510.670.4595 x 4585 tel, 510.670.4582 fax jrussum@acoe.k12.ca.us Ruzer, Liza Community Outreach Coordinator Fresh Approach 5056 Commercial Circle, Ste. E, Concord, Contra Costa County, CA 94520 925.825.9090 tel, 925.825.9101 fax lizaruzer@freshapproach.org www.freshapproach.org Program Description: Fresh Approach, in conjunction with the Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association, conducts cooking demonstrations at farmers' markets, food stamp offices, schools, and other locations. We also conduct outreach about farmers' markets to food stamp recipients. Ryan, Aby Director of Operations Generations Community Wellness (Generations) 213 E. Maude Ave., Ste. 106, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, CA 94085 408.736.8326 tel, 408.736.5359 fax aby@gteams.org www.generationswellness.org Project Description: Generations Community Wellness (Generations), founded in September 2003, is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization located in Sunnyvale, California currently serving Northern California with special focus on Santa Clara County. Generations' mission is to deliver sustainable fitness, nutrition and wellness education and programs to underserved populations. Our goals are to educate and empower vulnerable communities to improve their health through creative collaborations by: 1) Increasing quantity and quality of existing physical activity and nutrition programs for children, families and older adults 2) Investing in workforce development with local colleges and Universities 3) Changing the nutrition and fitness behavior and environments of the populations we serve. Ryan-Ibarra, Suzanne, MPH ? Graduate Student UCLA School of Public Health smryan@ucla.edu S Saah, Najwa Food Services Supervisor Santa Clara County Office of Education 1279 Alma Ct., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.271.0968 tel, 408.271.1874 fax Najwa_saah@sccoe.org Salas, Heather, RD ? Registered Dietitian San Mateo County WIC Program 2086 Mills Ave., Menlo Park, San Mateo County, CA 94025 650.573.2954 tel, 650.577.9223 fax hsalas@co.sanmateo.ca.us Program Description: The San Mateo County WIC Program provides food vouchers for nutritious foods to low-income clients that include pregnant women, post-partum/breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to 5 years old. Clients receive nutrition counseling in a group setting or in individual counseling with a community worker or a Registered Dietitian. We have a breastfeeding care center on site which includes a toll-free hot-line, breast pump loan, and services of a lactation consultant. All of the WIC staff are trained to provide breastfeeding counseling. Samuels, Sara President Samuels & Associates 663 13th St., 3rd Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.271.6799 tel, 510.271.6791 fax sarah@samuelsandassociates.com Sanchez, Emerald Nutrition Assistant 305 Prentiss St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94110 415.452.9274 tel emeraldasanchez@yahoo.com Sanders, Boyce, MPH Youth Programs Manager American Cancer Society (ACS) 747 Camden Ave., Campbell, Santa Clara County, CA 95008 408.688.0118 tel, 408.871.2993 fax boyce.sanders@cancer.org www.cancer.org Santiago, Amor, DPM, MPH Director Healthy Silicon Valley 2085 Hamilton Ave., Ste. 150, Santa Clara County, San Jose, CA 95125 408.879.8428 tel, 408.559.9515 fax amors@healthtrust.org www.healthysiliconvalley.org Program Description: Healthy Silicon Valley (HSV) is an informal membership collaborative facilitated by The Health Trust to develop and adopt a Community Action Plan. Once the Community Action Plan is developed with its strategic goals and objectives, HSV and its members will implement activities to achieve these goals and objectives. HSV will use a multi-sector strategy to create environmental changes to address obesity through nutrition and physical activity. Scarella, Jolene jolenescare@yahoo.com Schilling, Jan, RD, MS, MPH CEO & Nutrition Educator, Weigh of Life 2369 Barrett Ave., Richmond, Contra Costa County, CA 94804 510.323.3052 tel janschilli@aol.com Schultz, Eliana C., RD Director, Food & Nutrition Services Nutrition Services and WIC Program Family Health Services Division San Mateo County Health Department 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Ste. 200, San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.573.3511 tel, 650.578.8939 fax eschultz@co.sanmateo.ca.us www.smhealth.org Program Description: San Mateo County Public Health Nutrition Programs include WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Supplemental Nutrition Program, California Nutrition Network and community nutrition education. Our 40+ nutrition professionals and paraprofessionals provide nutrition education and support to more than 40,000 low income residents throughout San Mateo County. In addition, we provide technical and advisory support to our County-wide Initiative on the Prevention of Childhood Obesity launched in early 2006. Schwartzzia, Zia Public Health Berkeley Unified School District Alameda zschwartz@berkeley.edu www.linkedin.com/pub/zia-schwartz/12/2b7/892 Seavey-Hultquist, Jo, MSW Community Programs Coordinator FIRST 5 Santa Clara County 4000 Moorpark Ave,, Ste. 200, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95117 408.260.3720 tel, 408.296.5642 fax Joanne@first5kids.org www.first5kids.org Program Description: Based on sound research in early child development, FIRST 5 Santa Clara County supports the healthy growth and nurturing of children prenatal through age 5. By working with parents, community leaders, social service and healthcare agencies, FIRST 5 funds and sponsors essential services for young children and their families. We are a voice and an advocate for young children and their families, investing more than $30 million of Proposition 10 tobacco tax money each year in Santa Clara County to support critical issues such as: children's health insurance; advanced training for early childhood teachers; parenting skills and domestic violence workshops; mental health services for children, and their caregivers, and arts and early literary programs. In 2007, FIRST 5 Santa Clara County established an Early Childhood Obesity Prevention Collaborative, which is comprised of local decision-makers involved in government, health care, children�s services and child care. The Collaborative produced a Strategic Plan that addresses 6 key goals to fight childhood obesity: (1) Improving access to affordable, healthy food in low-income communities; (2) Increasing breastfeeding; (3) Improving feeding and eating practices for young children; (4) Increasing opportunities for physical activity; (5) Reducing television watching/screen time and marketing of unhealthy food to children; (6) Facilitating effective treatment strategies for overweight children in clinical settings. Seitz-Hipkins, Manula Founder KidsHealthyChoices KHC 331 Virginia Ave., Moss Beach, San Mateo County, CA 94038 650.274.0269 tel manu.hipkins@att.net givekidshealthychoices.wordpress.com/ Program Description: A Half Moon Bay organization led by Manuela Seitz-Hipkins, KidsHealthyChoices� advocates providing children with healthy food choices when dining in or out. A mother of three young children and a pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist, Seitz-Hipkins has developed a deep respect for the connection between nutritional habits of the children she treated and the effectiveness of their therapy. Her goal is for children to have a chance to develop lifelong healthy eating habits, and her vision is to change Kid�s Menus in restaurants locally and nationally, �one restaurant at a time�. Sepulveda, Minet, DC, CSCS, CTLC Doctor of Chiropractic Infinite Body Health 520 S. El Camino Real Ste. 640, San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94402 650.585.6798 tel, 650.585.6669 fax minet@infinitebodyhealth.com www.infinitebodyhealth.com Program Description: Our focus is health, wellness and disease prevention. We promote holistic, alternative and preventive medicine. Our services concentrate on chiropractic treatment, rehabilitation and maintenance programs with functional strength and conditioning exercises, physical therapy modalities, and soft tissue therapies. Nutrition, sports injury prevention, cleansing/detox, weight loss, pregnancy, birth and children wellness are fundamentals aspects of our care. We are an enthusiastic, energetic and professional team of doctors that are willing to listen to patients. We will educate, motivate, guide and inspire you to achieve and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Knowing and understanding our community is key to serving it's health care needs. We are committed to educating the public by giving health and wellness lectures to non-profit organizations, business corporations and the general public. Serafin-Dickson, Francine ? Executive Director Hospital Consortium of San Mateo County 222 West 39th Ave., San Mateo, San Mateo County, CA 94403 650.573.3957 tel, 650.349.3028 fax fsdickson@hospitalconsort.org Serna, Karina Program Co-coordinator Farm Fresh Choice, Ecology Center 2530 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94702 510.848.1704 tel, 510.548.2240 fax karina@ecologycenter.org Setlur, Nisheeta Program Assistant Healthy Silicon Valley, Santa Clara County nisheetas@healthtrust.org www.healthysiliconvalley.org Program Description: Healthy Silicon Valley is an obesity prevention collaborative aimed at engaging organizations in providing opportunities for healthy nutrition and physical activity. Shah, Rina, MD, FAAP North Bay Pediatrics 2001 Springs Rd., Vallejo, Solano County, CA 94591 707.648.7337 tel rinas123@yahoo.com www.thedrmommy.blogspot.com www.northbaypediatrics.com Program Description: I do not represent North Bay Pediatrics; however, I am affiliated with them. Shumba, Takudzwa, MPH Stanford School of Medicine 300 Pasteur Dr., Stanford, Santa Clara County, CA 94305 takukal@yahoo.co.uk Sills, Elizabeth, MCP Community Benefit and Community Health Manager Kaiser Permanente San Jose 275 Hospital Parkway, Ste. 825, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95125 408.972.6877 tel, 408.972.6173 fax elizabeth.sills@kp.org kpsanjose.org Program Description: At Kaiser Permanente, we believe in healthy communities: fresh fruit at the corner store, safe routes to school, and quality health care for all. Everyday we go beyond our four walls to help transform communities. It's the way we practice medicine, and it's the core of our mission. Silva, Maureen Prospective Health Educator 635 Broderick St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94117 209.608.2022 tel maureen.silva85@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/ Silver, Elaine University of California Extension 191 Acacia Ave., San Bruno, San Mateo County, CA 94066 650.291.9023 tel erks410@yahoo.com Simon, Michele, JD, MPH ? Founder and Director Center for Informed Choices P.O. Box 16053, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94610 510.465.0322 tel michele@informedeating.org Program Description: The Center for Informed Food Choices advocates for a whole foods, organic, locally-grown plant-based diet and educates about the politics of food. We publish a monthly e-mail newsletter called Informed Eating that tracks school nutrition legislation and monitors food industry lobbying and marketing practices. Sign up at: www.informedeating.org. Sippola, Eva Gabel, MPH Director of Development & Health Initiatives America SCORES Bay Area 400 Alabama St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA (serving San Francisco, Alameda, and West Contra Costa) 415.486.1317 tel, 415.486.1260 fax esippola@americascores.org www.AmericaSCORESBayArea.org Program Description: America SCORES Bay Area began its work with at-risk youth in the Bay Area in 2001, when it was founded as a regional affiliate of the national organization, America SCORES. America SCORES Bay Area empowers students in urban communities using soccer, writing, creative expression, and service-learning. With teamwork as the unifying value, America SCORES Bay Area inspires youth to lead healthy lifestyles, be engaged students, and become agents of change in their communities. The agency currently offers programming in 25 public elementary schools in San Francisco, Richmond, and Oakland, and will expand to 30 schools by the end of the 2010. Sirbu, Ellen Berkeley WIC Program 830 University Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 510.981.5131 tel esirbu@ci.berkeley.ca.us Sittre, Nicole WOW! Program Coordinator Girls Inc. of Alameda County 13666 E. 14th St., San Leandro, Alameda County, CA 94606 510.357.5515 tel, 253.357.5112 fax nsittre@girlsinc-alameda.org www.girlsinc-alameda.org Program Description: Affiliate/Program Summary: From its inception in 1958 in a small schoolhouse with 20 participants, Girls Inc. of Alameda County has grown into a multi-service agency that serves approximately 7,000 girls, ages 5-18, and their families each year. For fifty years, the affiliate has made a commitment to the most underserved neighborhoods and schools, offering diverse programs ranging from literacy to mental health services. Girls Inc. emphasizes a �whole girl� approach to programming, which includes a focus on physical, cognitive, psychological, and social development. The affiliate has created a comprehensive set of after-school programs founded in the principles of gender equity and youth development. The organization�s continuum of after-school and summer enrichment programs provides girls in grades K-12 and their families with meaningful experiences that value their strengths and capabilities. Smith, Karyn karynsmith@earthlink.net Smith, Leah Coordinator Marin Food Systems Project, Environmental Education Council of Marin 1005 A St., Ste. 202, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94901 415.485.4908 tel mfsp@eecom.net Smith, Susan Lynn Program Manager Good for Kids Foundation 1501 Leavenworth St. #17, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94109 susans@goodforkidsfoundation.org www.goodforkidsfoundation.org Program Description: At Good for Kids, we motivate 6th, 7th, and 8th graders from low-income backgrounds to realize their artistic and athletic potential. Through our Summer Camp Program at Camp Mendocino, our 1-on-1 Coaching Program, and Advisory Services we help children discover, develop, and achieve. Smith, Tiffany Cyana Student (Dietetics) San Jose State University Department of Nutrition & Food Science (SJSU NUFS) Tiffers82@sbcglobal.net Program Description: San Jose State University-Graduate Nutrition Program Smith, Travis Program Director Healthy Silicon Valley 1922 The Alameda, Third Floor, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.351.6431 tel, 408.298.0143 fax tsmith@healthysiliconvalley.org www.healthysiliconvalley.org Program Description: Healthy Silicon Valley is an obesity-prevention collaborative located in Santa Clara County. Sokolofski, Leah K., MS Project Specialist Project EAT - Eat, Act, Thrive 313 W. Winton Ave., Room 280, Hayward, Alameda County, CA 94544 510.317.3095 tel LSokolofski@acoe.org www.projecteat.com Program Description: Our mission is to inspire a behavioral shift towards health and wellness. With schools as our center, hands-on learning as our tool, and collaboration as our catalyst, we will empower our communities to embrace a healthy and sustainable future. Starr, Kris ? Peer Outreach Program Coordinator Richmond High School 817 Erie St., #5, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94610 510.759.3237 tel kris.starr@gmail.com Program Description: In partnership with Teen Age Project; focusing an entire year on teaching about healthy food and physical activity for peer educators at Richmond High. Steeples, Melody Nutrition and Public Health Consultant 748 Charlton Dr., Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, CA 94523 925.323.1932 tel msteeples@yahoo.com Stimson, Jennifer, MS, RD San Mateo County Public Health Department jstimson@co.sanmateo.ca.us Stone-Francisco, Sarah Samuel & Associates 663 13th St., 3rd Floor, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.271.6799 tel, 510.271.6791 fax stone@samuelandassociates.com Strain Robertson, Karen Advocacy Director Bay Area American Heart Association 120 Montgomery St., #1650, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94104 415.228.8415 tel karen.robertson.strain@heart.org Strange, Jess Clinical Health Educator La Clinica de la Raza 243 Georgia St., Vallejo, Solano County, CA 94590 707.551.1304 tel jstrange@laclinica.org Strickland, Lori B., RD, CNC Child Nutrition Consultant California Department of Ed, Nutrition Services Division, Field Services Unit 1430 N St., Ste. 1500, Sacramento, Sacramento County, CA 95814 916.323.7187 tel, 916.445.4834 fax lstrickland@cde.ca.gov Stuart, Susan M., MA, MPH Health Planner Santa Clara County Public Health Department Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention, Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara 1400 Parkmoor Ave., Ste. 120B, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.793.2721 tel, 408.793.2731 fax susan.stuart@hhs.sccgov.org www.sccphd.org/portal/site/phd/agencyhome Program Description: Steps to a Healthier Santa Clara, is a project of Santa Clara County Department of Public Health, Nutrition and Wellness, is one of two programs in California that are part of the CDC funded national initiative, Steps to a Healthier US. Steps initiative focuses on the prevention of obesity, diabetes and asthma and the related risk factors of poor nutrition, physical inactivity, and tobacco use. Steps places a heavy emphasis on organizational and policy change, working to create healthier environments in schools, neighborhoods, community organizations, restaurants, grocery stores, and worksites. Supple, Courtney AmeriCorps VISTA LifeLong Medical Care (LMC) 2344 Sixth St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94710 510.981.4186 tel csupple@lifelongmedical.org www.lifelongmedicalcare.org Program Description: LifeLong provides high-quality health and social services to underserved people of all ages; creates models of care for the elderly and people with disabilities; and advocates for continuous improvements in the health of our communities. LifeLong is known as the primary �safety net� provider of medical services to the uninsured and those with complex health needs in Berkeley, Oakland, Albany and Emeryville. In 2007, LifeLong provided approximately 115,000 primary care visits to over 18,000 people. Sutherland, Barbara Director, California EFNEP bsutherland@udcavis.edu Sutorius, Camelia T., RN, MSN 2030 Waverley St., Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA 94301 650.326.5210 tel cameliasut@aol.com Project Description: As an advanced practice nurse with over 30 years experience who has recently moved to Palo Alto, I would like to learn more about health promotion activities in the Bay Area. I am also interested in networking with other like minded professionals. I am currently working part-time for the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) as a Health Technician. I am looking for full-time work. As a Health Technician with PAUSD Middle and High School students, I have brief contact with students who visit the Health Office. Sutter, Tiffany, MEd ? Executive Director Community Health Resource Center 2100 Webster St., Ste. 100, San Francisco, CA 94115 415.923.3167 tel, 415.441.5128 fax suttert@sutterhealth.org www.cpmc.org/chrc Program Description: The Community Health Resource Center is a non-profit organization that provides a range of services related to the health and wellness of those living in the San Francisco community. We offer nutritional assessments for all ages, healthy cooking demonstrations, and education related to physical fitness and weight management. We also have a social worker on staff who provides case management and information and referral services, particularly to the older adult population. Our services are culturally and linguistically appropriate and available to the entire family. Sweeney, Kathy, RD, LE ? Santa Clara County Public Health Department 976 Lenzen Ave., San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95126 408.792.5052 tel, 408.947.8745 fax kathy.sweeney@sccgov.org Program Description: The Breastfeeding Promotion Project provides support, information and resources to promote breastfeeding in Santa Clara County. Activities include: 1) Coordination of the Santa Clara Valley Breastfeeding Task force - agencies and individuals working together to promote maternal and infant health through breastfeeding 2) The Breastfeeding Support Line 408.885.5950, providing breastfeeding telephone assistance, education and referrals to Santa Clara Valley Health and Hospital System clients and providers 3) Providing community breastfeeding resources and referral information as requested Sweeney, Linda, MS, RD ? Coordinator Cal-Pro-NET One Washington Square, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95129-0058 408.924.3125 tel, 408.924.2923 fax lsweeney@casa.sjsu.edu www.nufs.sjsu.edu/calpronet/ Program Description: Cal-Pro-NET is a training arm of the California Department of Education Nutrition Services Division. We offer workshops and education throughout the state to School Nutrition personnel to assist them in effectively running their School Food Service operations. Szakal, Ellen, MA, RD Nutritionist Marin County Department of Health and Human Services 899 Northgate Drive Ste. 400, San Rafael, Marin County, CA 94903 415.473.2612 tel eszakal@co.marin.ca.us Szeto, Marianne S., MPH Assistant Health Educator San Francisco Department of Public Health, SFDPH 30 Van Ness Ave., Ste. 2300, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94102 415.581.2430 tel, 415.581.2490 fax marianne.szeto@sfdph.org www.shapeupsf.org Program Description: The Shape Up SF Coalition is a driving force creating and promoting safe, healthy eating and active living environments in the City of San Francisco; it is a national model for results-focused community health promotion and improvement. The Mayor's Challenge: Shape Up San Francisco mission is to increase the awareness of and opportunities for increased physical activity and improved nutrition where people live, play, work and learn. The Challenge has four primary goals: To reduce chronic disease and disparities among San Franciscans using culturally and age appropriate strategies. To create environments that support healthy eating and active living in San Francisco. To provide fun, motivating and accessible opportunities for people who live, learn, work and play in San Francisco to get physically active. To encourage everyone to use the resources available in San Francisco to get active and eat healthfully. T Taylor, Elaine Program Representative University of California Cooperative Extension 1553 Berger Dr., Bldg. I, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95116 408.282.3109 tel, 408.298.5160 fax etaylor@ucdavis.edu cesantaclara.ucdavis.edu Program Description: The University of California Cooperative Extension, Nutrition, Family & Consumer Sciences Program, offers Adults and youth opportunities to enhance their quality of life through classes and educational resources. Thompson, Joan, PhD, MPH, RD, CDE ? Supervisor, Preventive Medicine La Clinica de la Raza 1515 Fruitvale Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.535.3701 tel, 510.535.4216 fax jthompson@laclinica.org www.laclinica.org Program Description: La Clinica de la Raza is a community health center employing about 600 people. It offers comprehensive health care services to patients primarily in the Fruitvale District of Oakland. The majority of its patients are low income mono-lingual Spanish speaking. Tibayan, Jeff V. Nutrition Educator University of California Cooperative Extension Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program (UCCE-FSNEP) 1553 Berger Dr., Bldg. 1, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.3103 tel jvtibayan@ucdavis.edu http://cesantaclara.ucdavis.edu/ Program Description: Sharing and teaching nutrition education to low-income schools in Santa Clara County. Timms, Felicia Health Ministry Coordinator Community Baptist Church 1642 Broderick St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94115 415.407.7535 tel ftimms@sbcglobal.net www.communitybaptistsf.org Program Description: Community Baptist Church has launched a Health Ministry which has become a part of the Health California Network and the Diabetes Assn. The Health Ministry hosted its first event, Diabetes Awareness, on April 19th. BANPAC will provide the church with information and resources essential for promoting a healthy lifestyle. Ting, Deborah, RD Clinic Dietitian Native American Health Center 3124 International Blvd., Ste 201, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.535.4400 x101 tel, 510.261.6438 fax deboraht@nativehealth.org www.nativehealth.org Program description: Native American Health Center assists American Indians and Alaska Natives to improve and maintain their physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual well-being with respect for cultural traditions and to advocate for the needs of all Indian people, especially the most vulnerable members of our community. Clinical Facilities in San Francisco and Oakland - Our clinical facilities provide a full range of community health care and prevention services including primary medical care, comprehensive dental care, family guidance counseling, HIV prevention and AIDS treatment, youth services, women, infants and children's health, and general nutrition and fitness. Native American Health Center also maintains a satellite clinic at Alameda Point, a school-based clinic in Alameda and the Healthy Nations Wellness Center. All are Welcome - There are no tribal or ethnic requirements for use of the clinical facilities. We are open to everyone. Costs - We will help you determine how your health care needs can be met. Medi-Cal, Medicare and private insurance are accepted. Patient services are provided on a sliding fee scale provided by federal poverty guidelines. Many people without insurance are eligible for programs that pay for their care. Torres, Carlos Public Health Nutrition Associate Bay Area Nutrition & Physical Activity Collaborative Network for a Healthy California--Bay Area Region Santa Clara County Public Health Department Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention 1400 Parkmoor Ave., First Flr., Ste 120B, San Jose, CA 95126 408.793.2707 tel, 408.793.2731 fax carlos.torres@hhs.sccgov.org www.sccphd.org Program Description: The Network for a Healthy California-Bay Area Region provides resources, training, technical assistance and support to all Network-funded projects and other nutrition and physical activity providers/professionals across the Bay Area. The mission is to forge creative partnerships that enable low-income Californians to embrace healthy eating and daily physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle. Tyler, Keisha American Heart Association 426 17th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.904.4000 tel, 510.904.4004 fax Keisha.Tyler@Heart.org U Ueda, Tori Field Representative Assembly Member Rebecca Cohn 100 Paseo de San Antonio, #319, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95113 408.282.8920 tel, 408.282.8927 fax tori.ueda@asm.ca.gov Ugalde, Charles Supervisors Assistant Office of Sup. Alice Lai-Bitker 1221 Oak St., Ste. 536, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.272.6918 tel, 510.268.8004 fax charles.ugalde@acgov.org Ukpe, Anietie Growing Youth project Specialist Alameda Poitn Collaborative 677 W. Ranger Ave., Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94501 510.898.7846 tel, 510.898.7858 fax aukpe@apcollaborative.org www.apcollaborative.org Project Description: Alameda Point Collaborative is a transitional housing community that houses formally homeless and low income residents so they can transition into permanent housing. We are located at the former Navy base on the West end of the island of Alameda. The Growing Youth Project is part of APC and is a youth led organization that addresses food justice and food access issues for the APC community. In addition, we run a community garden and a one acre urban farm. The produce that we harvest is offered to residents of the APC community at a low cost and the remainder is used for our cooking classes that are offered for both adults and kids. The community get a chance to learn about healthy cooking as well as education about certain health topics. V Valero, Veronica Executive Director Novato Live Well Network PO Box 1647, Novato, Marin County, CA 94948-1647 415.897.2302 tel novatolivewell@comcast.net www.NovatoLiveWell.org Program Description: From the garden to the table and in between: Nurturing the body, sustaining the community. Our programs include: (1) the Lunch Buddies, parent volunteers who come during school lunch to support children during lunch, including providing healthy food samples and advocating for a better eating environment; (2) organic school garden support and resources; (3) school lunchroom recycling/composting and teaching the 5-R's: rethink, reduce, reuse, recycle, and rot!; (4) our Locavores of Novato program encourages schools, grocery stores and the community in supporting local agriculture; (5) our forums address toxicity issues in our food, water, and the containers we use to store our food and beverages. Visit our Website for more information. Van Vliet, Robin, CWPM Director of Well-being Consulting Presidio Benefits Group, Inc. 142 Sansome St., 4th Floor, San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94104 415.315.9716 tel robin@presidiobenefits.com www.presidiobenefits.com Program Description: Presidio Benefits Group provides corporate wellness consultings services to mid to large sized Bay Area employers. We provide program design, including incentive design, communications, health challenges, rewards administration and ongoing evaluation. We work to closely integrate with their existing medical carriers to leverage existing resources and to focus on reducing down lifestyle related health care risks. Vance, Trish, MS Nutrition Manager A World Fit For Kids! 678 S. Lafayette Park Place, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, CA 90057 213.387.7712 tel trish@worldfitforkids.org www.worldfitforkids.org Program Description: A World Fit For Kids is an non-profit after school program in Los Angeles specializing in nutrition, physical activity and youth development. Villanueva, Mia ? Program Coordinator BUSD Nutrition Network 1720 Oregon St., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94703 510.644.6710 tel, 510.486.1275 fax mia_villanueva@berkeley.k12.ca.us Program Description: Berkeley Unified School District (BUSD) Nutrition Network provides nutrition education for K-12 students through cooking and gardening classes at school. Students receive cooking and gardening approximately two times/week where taste tests and nutrition discussions emphasize eating more fruits and vegetables. Villarreal, Miguel Novato Unified School District mvillarreal@nusd.org Violet, Marie Mgr. H & W Services Sequoia Hospital 170 Alamed de Las Palgas, Red Wood City, San Mateo County, CA 94062 650.367.5995 tel, 650.482.6063 fax mviolet@chw.edu W Waipa, Jasmine, MD Pediatrics Resident Stanford Pediatric Residency Program 725 Welch Rd., Palo Alto, San Mateo County, CA 94304 waipa@stanford.edu Program Description: I am a pediatrics resident involved in community health and advocacy work. Wakimoto, Patricia Co-Director Com. Outreach National Center for Minority Health Disparities 5700 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.428.3885 x 5463 tel, 510.450.7910 fax pwakimoto@chori.org Wallach, Jamie, MD Pediatrician/President Bay Area Committed to Kids, Inc. 14901 National Ave. #202, Los Gatos, Santa Clara County, CA 95032 408.356.7147 tel, 408.358.7986 fax jwallachmd@comcast.net www.bactk.com Program Description: Bay Area Committed to Kids is a medically-supervised, family-based, multidisciplinary lifestyle and weight management program for children and adolescents. We are devoted to helping children and adolescents with weight problems become more fit and lead healthier, more balanced lives. We offer groups and individual sessions that incorporate behavior management, nutrition and fitness education and application. Our sessions are conducted by a team of medical, behavioral, fitness and nutrition professionals. Sessions focus on behavior changes that promote healthy choices, including identifying healthier food choices, developing fitness habits and learning skills and techniques helpful in changing behaviors that lead to overeating and inactivity. Walsh, Jennifer Executive Director ABADA-Capoeira San Francisco/ACSF 3221 22nd St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94110 415.206.0650 tel, 415.206.0651 fax info@abada.org www.abada.org Wang, Jenny, MPH, MPP Senior Program Specialist Alameda County Public Health Department Nutrition Services Program (ACPHD-NS) 3600 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.595.6475 tel, 510.595.6486 fax jenny.wang@acgov.org www.healthylivingforlife.org Program Description: Staying connected with other Bay Area folks doing Nutrition Education and Physical Activity Promotion. Waters, Julie M. Policy Fellow American Heart Association AHA 426 17th St., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 619.206.7929 tel, 510.904.4004 fax juliewaters99@gmail.com www.heart.org Watterson, Bergen ? Children's Council of San Francisco bwatterson@childrenscouncil.org Program Description: The Children's Council of San Francisco is a sponsor agency for the Child and Adult Care Food Program. The CACFP is funded by the USDA and it reimburses Day Care Home Providers for providing nutritious meals to the children in their care. The Children's Council ensures that the providers are adhering to the rules and regulations of the program. We host an annual training for the providers that focuses on program rules as well as food stamp promotion and nutrition education. The Children's Council also teams up with other organizations to offer nutrition education classes for providers in focus neighborhoods, generally low-income. Weahunt, Chris Director of Nutrition & Fitness Native American Health Center Healthy Nations Wellness Center 3124 International Blvd., Ste. 201, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94601 510.535.4400 tel, 510.261.6438 fax chrisw@nativehealth.org Weber, Holly Public Health Nutritionist 555 So. 12th St. San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.930.7284 tel holly.weber@sbcglobal.net Weiden, Cheryl Commissioner, Park Art & Recreation Commission Los Altos PARC 91 Solana Dr., Los Altos, Santa Clara County, CA 94022 650.941.8251 tel weiden@sbcglobalnet Wells, Kimby Environmental Education Specialist US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) PO Box 411, Alviso, Santa Clara County, CA 95002 408.262.5513 x101 tel, 408.262.2867 fax kimby_wells@fws.gov www.fws.gov/desfbay Program Description: The US Fish and Wildlife Service provides community and education programming throughout the South Bay area. We offer free weekend programs, special events, school programs, and summer camps in addition to providing public facilities such as miles of trail, a boat launch, interpretive exhibits, and an education center. Our primary goals are to get people outside to appreciate the natural environment and to educate them about local ecology, environmental issues, and conservation. Wells, LaShawnda Site Coordinator Nutrition Education Training Academy NETA 1171 Harbor Bay Parkway, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.777.2483 tel, 510.748.9644 fax lrwells@ucdavis.edu groups.ucanr.org/neta/ Program Description: The NETA Academy serves early childhood children, educators, and parents. The program aims to improve child health and well being through a comprehensive approach by supporting healthy food choices and an active lifestyle, which will also building an environment that both supports and promotes the adoption of these practices. NETA's primary goal is to increase early childhood education providers capacity to meet the health and nutrition needs of our ethnically diverse children aged 3-5 years old. Wells, Zetta ? Power Play! Program Coordinator UCCE Power Play! 1131 Harbor Way, Ste. 131, Alameda, Alameda County, CA 94502 510.639.1272 tel zettaw@gmail.com Program Description: The California Children's Fruits and Vegetables�Power Play! Campaign is a public health initiative led by the California Department of Health Services and administered by the Public Health Institute in cooperation with the National 5 A Day Program. Its purpose is to motivate and empower California's 9- to 11-year-old children to eat at least 3 1/2 to 5 cups of fruits and vegetables and get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, and to create environments in which practicing these behaviors is both easy and socially acceptable. West, Estella A. UCCE Advisor University of California 1553 Berger Dr., Bldg. 1, San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA 95112 408.282.3104 tel, 408.298.5160 fax eawest@ucdavis.edu White, Gwenndolyn, MA ? Health Educator Contra Costa Health Services 597 Center Ave., Ste. 115, Martinez, Contra Costa County, CA 94553 925.313.6829 tel, 925.313.6840 fax gwhite@hsd.cccounty.us Program Description: We provide nutrition education and training to underserved Contra Costa communities, including schools, clinics, and CBOs. We also provide mini-grants to organizations to conduct nutrition education promotion. Whitfield, Monika Community Wellness Director Fremont/Newark YMCA 41811 Blacow Rd., Fremont, Alameda County, CA 94538 510.279.2906 tel, 510.657.9129 fax mwhitfield@ymcaeastbay.org www.ymcaeastbay.org Program Description: The Fremont/Newark YMCA is a community based organization dedicated to strengthening the lives of all. We build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities through advantageous values driven programming suited for today�s ever changing world. The Fremont/Newark YMCA opened its doors in 1972 as a subset of YMCA of the East Bay to carry out its mission through the tri-city communities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Woloshin, Diane Director Alameda County Nutrition Services 3600 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94609 510.595.6458 tel, 510.595.6485 fax diane.woloshin@acgov.org Wong, Catherine ? San Francisco County Public Health Department, Chinatown P/H Center 1490 Mason St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94133 415.705.8565 tel, 415.705.8505 fax catherine.wong@sfdph.org Wong, Carina Executive Director Chez Panisse Foundation 1517 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94709 510.843.3811 tel, 510.843.3880 fax www.chezpanissefoundation.org Program Description: Chez Panisse Foundation supports educational programs that use food traditions to nurture, educate and empower youth. The Foundation envisions a public school curriculum, integrated with the school lunch program, in which growing, cooking and sharing food at the table gives students the knowledge and values to build a humane and sustainable future. Woo, May, RD University of California Cooperative Extension, UCCE maywoo@ucdavis.edu Woodford, Monique ? African American Campaign Coordinator Bay Area Nutrition & Physical Activity Collaborative Network for a Healthy California--Bay Area Region Santa Clara County Public Health Department Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention 1400 Parkmoor Ave., First Flr., Ste 120B, San Jose, CA 95126 408.793.2717 tel, 408.793.2731 fax Monique.Woodford@hhs.sccgov.org www.dhs.ca.gov/ps/cdic/CPNS/ Program Description: The African American Campaign is a public health initiative designed to improve the health of the low-income African American community by offering education, advocacy, and policy development on healthy eating and physical activity. Its purpose is to empower African American adult women, ages 18-54, and their families to consume the recommended levels of fruits and vegetables and be physically active every day at least 60 minutes for adults, children and teens. The Campaign is also charged to encourage food secure households by promoting participation in nutrition assistance programs. Woodward-Lopez, Gail, MPH, RD ? Associate Director UC Berkeley Center for Weight and Health 3 Giannini Hall, Berkeley, Alameda County, CA 94720-3100 510.642.1599 tel, 510.642.4612 fax gwlopez@nature.berkeley.edu Program Description: The Center for Weight and Health is an interdisciplinary research center at the University of California, Berkeley. Our Mission is to provide leadership for the development of science-based solutions to weight-related health problems with a focus on children and families. The Center's approach is to link researchers with the community so that community needs and priorities drive the research agenda and research results more effectively inform community action and public policy. In addition to conducting collaborative research and community outreach projects we also develop practical tools and resources for researchers and the community; synthesize research findings to inform policy, research and action priorities; and provide forums for dialogue and information dissemination. We host one of the most extensive Websites on the topic of child overweight. The Website includes extensive resource lists and links of interest to those working to prevent child overweight. Center produced materials including literature reviews, professional and client educational materials and information about upcoming Center events are also available on our site. Wooten, Heather, MCP ? Planner Public Health Law Program, Land Use and Health Project 180 Grand Ave, Ste. 750, Oakland, Alameda County, CA 94612 510.302.3370 tel hwooten@phi.org http://www.healthyplanning.org Program Description: The Public Health Law Program's Land Use and Health project works to engage public health advocates in the land-use decision-making process throughout California. We develop tools for training advocates in the relationship between the built environment and public health, and provide technical assistance for creating and implementing land use policies that support healthier communities. X Y Yamashiro, Lisa, Med, RD ? Nutrition Assistant Program Coordinator City College of San Francisco - Nutrition Assistant Program 1860 Hayes St., San Francisco, San Francisco County, CA 94117 415.561.1971 tel, 415.561.1999 fax lyamashi@ccsf.edu www.ccsf.edu/lyamashi Program Description: The Nutrition Assistant Program is a two-semester certificate program designed to develop competency in the delivery of nutrition-related services. The curriculum consists of 15 units of nutrition course work and 2 units of field experience equivalent to 160 hours. The field experience consists of assignment at public health nutrition programs or clinical sites where students learn and practice required skills and competencies under the supervision of a registered dietitian. Graduates of the program work as entry-level paraprofessional staff in public health settings, WIC, and/or hospitals. Yeh, Joanna UCSF Dept of Pediatrics joanna.yeh@ucsf.edu Program Description: I work with Dr. Emily Roth on the UCSF Primary Care Pediatrics Residency Program. Yonge, Richard Physician 510.583.8188 tel DRYONGE@aol.com Young, Jane Chin Co-Chairperson Marin County Children & Weight Coalition, c/o University of CA Cooperative Extension 1682 Novato Blvd., Ste. 150-B, Novato, Marin County, CA 94947 415.499.4207 tel, 415.499.4209 fax jchin@ucdavis.edu Yumang, Brian Student CCSF San Mateo Yumang_Brian@yahoo.com Z