11/11/2025
Grateful to attend the California Association of Free Clinics Annual Conference in Sacramento!
Thank you to Alvin Chan, Scott Carroll, Mary Baker, Ed Ge**er, Denise Boren and the entire CAFCC Board for organizing such an inspiring event.
The conference began with visits to the offices of several state senators and assemblymembers — including our own Jacqui Irwin and Senator Henry Stern — to advocate for increased state funding for free clinics, as well as tax credits and loan forgiveness for licensed volunteer providers who dedicate their time to this critical work.
So many kind and passionate people doing truly incredible work across the state to expand access to care. The sessions were packed with insight - from an eye-opening presentation on the current legal landscape to a powerful talk on building a successful diabetes program.
We wrapped up with inspiring tours of three UC Davis student-run free clinics, and I came away not only with valuable information but also a sense of connection to a community of like-minded, compassionate, and visionary leaders.
A special thank you to Albert Ayson and Americares for your unwavering support of free clinics!!