What is safe access to healthcare?
California’s community health centers are crucial in providing safe healthcare access to all. By offering culturally competent care and multilingual support, these centers help eliminate barriers to medical services and address physical and mental health needs, making them essential resources for our communities.
Aliados Health community health center members and our dedicated partners across the six counties we serve are committed to safeguarding immigrant access to our health centers. Now, more than ever, it is essential for our immigrant community to stay informed. We urge individuals to connect with trusted community-based organizations (see resources below) to understand the current activities of immigration law enforcement in their areas. It is imperative to know what to do in the case of an ICE encounter. It’s also critical to approach information shared on social media with caution and discernment. Together, we can protect our communities and uphold our shared values of safety and trust.
How is the State of California protecting immigrants’ rights to healthcare?
The California Truth Act, officially known as Assembly Bill (AB 2792), was enacted to enhance transparency regarding immigration holds and enforcement in the state. The Truth Act ensures that individuals know their rights and that communities are informed about how local law enforcement interacts with federal immigration authorities.
The California Trust Act, formally known as Assembly Bill 4 (AB 4), was enacted to limit the circumstances under which state and local law enforcement agencies can comply with requests from federal immigration authorities, specifically regarding detainers issued by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Trust Act reflects California’s commitment to safeguarding immigrant rights and fostering cooperation between local law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Also known as the “Immigrant Worker Protection Act,” Assembly Bill 450 (AB 450) is a California law that protects employees from immigration enforcement actions in the workplace. AB 450 seeks to provide a layer of protection for immigrant workers and maintain their rights in the face of federal immigration enforcement actions.
The California Values Act, also known as Senate Bill 54 (SB 54), is a law aimed at limiting the involvement of state and local law enforcement in federal immigration enforcement. The California Values Act reflects the state’s commitment to protecting immigrant rights and promoting community safety by ensuring that individuals feel secure in reporting crimes and engaging with law enforcement.
Nationwide Immigrant Advocacy Organizations and Workgroups:
National Immigration Law Center
National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
Established in 1979, the National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is one of the leading advocacy organizations in the U.S. dedicated to advancing and defending the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their loved ones.
Know Your Rights:
Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition (PIF)
Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition (PIF)
The Protecting Immigrant Families coalition brings together the nation’s leading voices for immigrant rights, health care, and human services for a more equitable, prosperous future. PIF and its partners are changing public policy, engaging immigrant families, and tracking policies that matter to them.
Public Charge Resources
https://pifcoalition.org/our-work/public-charge
Statewide Immigrant Advocacy Organizations:
California Immigrant Policy Center
California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC)
The California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) is a key immigrant rights organization that advocates for policies to protect and advance the rights of immigrants and their families in California. CIPC focuses on policy advocacy, strategic communications, statewide organizing, and coalition building to promote the humanity of immigrants and advance racial, social, and economic justice.
California Department of Social Services
California Department of Social Services
The mission of the California Department of Social Services is to serve, aid, and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families, encourage personal responsibility, and foster independence.
Public Charge Provider List:
Local Resources
Sonoma County:
144 South E Street, Suite 100
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 542-1290
18360 Sonoma Highway
Sonoma, CA. 95476
(707) 996-6669
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area
5401 Old Redwood Hwy, Suite 104
Petaluma, CA 94954
(707) 932-7000
422 Larkfield Center #227
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 856-4988
Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa
987 Airway Court
Santa Rosa, California 95403
(707) 528-8712
North Bay Organizing Project | NBOP
Christ Church United Methodist
1717 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Phone: (707) 843-7858
Marin County:
418 13th Street
Modesto, CA 95354
(510) 992-3964
711 Grand Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 306-0437
San Rafael, CA 94903
415-492-9230
San Rafael, CA 94903
Phone: (415) 492-0230
(415) 485-9616
undocu@marin.edu
Contra Costa and Alameda Counties:
Contra Costa:
Stand Together Contra Costa
800 Ferry Street, Martinez, CA 94553
info@standtogethercontracosta.org
Jewish Family & Community Services East Bay
Alameda County Office
2484 Shattuck Avenue, Ste. 210
Berkeley, CA 94704
Contra Costa County Office
2151 Salvio Street, Ste. 350
Concord, CA 94520
Contra Costa Immigrant Rights Alliance
Email: kimberly@cocoira.org
Phone: ( 818 268-1413)
2362 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 540-5296
Street Level Health Project (SLHP)
3125 East 15th St
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 540-5296
Napa and Yolo Counties:
Napa:
UpValley Family Centers
1440 Spring Street
St. Helena, CA 94574
Puertas Abiertas
625 Imperial Way, Suite 6
Napa, CA 94559
McPherson Family Resource Center
2670 Yajome St.
Napa, CA 94558
Know Your Rights Resources and Training:
North Bay Organizing Project: North Bay Rapid Response Network
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Santa Rosa: Know Your Rights
ACLU of Northern California: Know Your Right