From Seeds to Blossoms: The 60 Year Legacy of Ampla Health
In 1964, the Sutter-Yuba Farm Workers Health Project was started to provide medical care to migrant and seasonal farmworkers under the State Farm Workers Health Service and Migrant Health Act Fund. The seeds plated by the project, which operated as a night clinic at the Sutter County (CA) General Hospital, blossomed and in 1973 the program was incorporated as the non-profit Northern Sacramento Valley Rural Health Project, Inc, which became the mgrant health funds grantee.
Now known as Ampla Health (Yuba City, CA) after decades of service and growth this large healthcare network provides care to many different communities throughout Northern California. Ampla Health provides comprehensive primary and specialty medical, dental, and behavioral health services across 6 counties. Its 14 medical and 6 dental health centers now serve communities across Northern California regardless of socioeconomic status, job status, or ability to pay.
Ampla Health's continued investment in the community uplifts its impact and fortifies its success. From investing in promotoras to bridge gaps in healthcare access, facilitating enrollment in Medi-Cal, to bolstering emergency preparedness and capacity in the aftermath of the catastrophic Camp Fire, Ampla Health exemplifies a steadfast commitment to innovative and inclusive community care.
Serving vast rural areas whose residents experience profound health disparities, in its 60 years Ampla Health has become a community cornerstone. Its dedication to growth and community are sure to support their community for years to come.
