Family HealthCare Network Recognizes KCAO During National Health Center Week
Family HealthCare Network recently presented Kings Community Action Organization with a recognition award in honor of 2026 National Health Center Week, which took place August 2 through August 8.
Engraved on the award were the words, “Building innovative care where it matters most. In appreciation for your valued partnership and commitment to our community.” The award was presented in appreciation of the long-standing partnership between KCAO and Family HealthCare Network, especially their shared work to improve access to food, health resources, and support services for families across Kings County.
“For over 20 years, Kings Community Action Agency has partnered with FHCN to strengthen the health of families across Kings County,” said Dulce Ugalde Arellano, Community Health Manager at Family HealthCare Network. “In 2023, KCAO championed the launch of our first health center-based food pantry in Hanford, expanding access to nutritious food for our patients, helping address food insecurity, and improving overall health.”
What began as one food pantry has since grown into five food pantries across the Family HealthCare Network system, serving patients in communities throughout its service areas. According to Ugalde Arellano, that growth is a direct result of strong community partnerships like the one shared with KCAO.
“Together, we’ve been able to think creatively, remove barriers to care, and create meaningful opportunities that improve health outcomes for the patients we serve,” Ugalde Arellano said.
Family HealthCare Network also extended a special thank you to KCAO team members Martha Tamayo, Victor Leon, and Juan Martinez for their support and guidance throughout the development and growth of the pantry program. “Your knowledge and expertise in food distribution have been invaluable, and your willingness to share that expertise has played a significant role in the success and growth of our pantry program.” Dulce said.
KCAO is grateful to Family HealthCare Network for this recognition and for its continued partnership. Collaborations like this help address the connection between food access and health while creating meaningful support for individuals and families in the community.
Together, KCAO and Family HealthCare Network continue working to build innovative care where it matters most.
