Morongo Basin Healthcare District seeks to improve the health and wellness of Basin residents.
11/04/2025
Covered California open enrollment period is November 1 through January 31. DON’T WAIT to the last minute to enroll!
Call Sheree Fansler, our Covered California certified enrollment counselor for free support to make changes to your existing plan or to apply for a new benefits plan.
DON’T WAIT until January. Call now to schedule your appointment for free assistance: 760-365-9305 extension 1546. Or visit CoveredCA.com.
Morongo Basin Healthcare District presents two health fairs each year. Thank you to our community, vendors and volunteers who made the October 11 event at 29 Palms Freedom Plaza a great day for health!
10/16/2025
This free lecture focuses on practical tasks to prepare for a safe and comfortable winter season. From weatherizing your home to safe shopping for the holidays … we’ll review options for continued exercising during cold and inclement weather, tips for managing chronic illness, and maintaining your health through good nutrition. In summary, practical tips for enjoying the winter season.
LECTURE SCHEDULE: Registration is not required.
Monday, NOVEMBER 17 at Joshua Tree Community Center, 6171 Sunburst Ave. Resource table available between 10:00 a.m. and noon, lecture begins at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, NOVEMBER 19 at Yucca Valley Senior Center, 57088 29 Palms Hwy. Resource table available between 10:00 a.m. and noon, lecture begins at 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, NOVEMBER 20 at 29 Palms Senior Center, 6539 Adobe Road. Resource table available between 10:00 a.m. and noon, lecture begins at 10:00 a.m.
These lectures are presented by Morongo Basin Healthcare District whose mission is to improve the health and wellness of the communities it serves. Learn more about us at MorongoBasinHealth.org
10/16/2025
Morongo Basin Healthcare District is providing free Harm Reduction Kits while supplies last. Protect yourself and others. Choose your best health and call today for your kit.
10/07/2025
November 1, 2025 through January 31, 2026 is open enrollment for Covered California insurance plans. Morongo Basin Healthcare District offers FREE assistance to help you navigate available plans and choose the one that works best for you and your dependents.
Call 760-365-9305 extension 1546 to set up a convenient appointment to meet with Sheree and review your options. Don't wait to call. The schedule fills up fast!
It's almost here... the annual Community Health and Resource Fair at Freedom Plaza in downtown 29 Palms!
Morongo Basin Healthcare District has partnered with the City of 29 Palms and Morongo Unified School District to bring you its annual health and resource fair, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Come to the Freedom Plaza's gymnasium and get free health screenings, talk with local and regional businesses and agencies who specialize in health, talk with a health provider and pharmacist, Discover resources to manage your health.
And you can shop at the Farmer's Market and make it a day celebrating health!
09/15/2025
You may be eligible for health insurance coverage within 60 days of a qualifying life-event, such as losing your health insurance, a change in household size, and other changes.
Sheree Fansler, certified enrollment counselor, is available to provide FREE assistance to navigate your health insurance options. Call her at 760-365-9305 extension 1546.
We can help. Covered California was created to help Californians compare, afford and enroll in a brand-name health insurance plan. Explore your coverage options.
This service is provided by Morongo Basin Healthcare District who works to improve the health and wellness of Basin residents. www.facebook.com/CoveredCA
09/11/2025
Get ready, Morongo Basin!
The COMMUNITY HEALTH & RESOURCE FAIR is coming to Freedom Plaza gymnasium in downtown 29 Palms, Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Morongo Basin Healthcare District, the City of Twentynine Palms and Morongo Unified School have partnered to bring this health focus to our community. Available health opportunities:
Taking advantage of free health screenings for blood pressure, body mass index, and glucose or A1c.
Vaccinate for influenza protection.
Pick-up a free Harm Reduction Kit which includes a test-at-home HIV kit, fentanyl test strips and Narcan nasal spray (while supplies last).
Discover resources from local and regional businesses and agencies to take charge of your health.
Participate in a community health survey and become eligible for a gift basket drawing.
Collect free giveaway items as you visit tables and gather helpful information for managing your health.
And so much more! It's a great event. Bring the family for a day of health, and shopping at the 29 Palms Farmer's Market!
For more information visit https://mbhdistrict.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-29p-HFair-FLYER.pdf
09/10/2025
Morongo Basin Healthcare District has a vacant seat on its b- oard to represent the communities of the Yucca Mesa area, Landers and Johnson Valley. The individual who fills the seat must maintain their primary residence in one of these communities.
Visit MorongoBasinHealth.org to see if you qualify. This person would serve through December 31, 2028. Meetings are convened the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. in Yucca Valley. A small stipend is provided for meetings. Email kgraley@MBHDistrict.org for more information and to confirm you qualify for the seat.
Morongo Basin Healthcare District is a special healthcare district serving hi-desert communities within an 1,800 square mile region known as the Morongo Basin. The District manages public health assets and seeks to improve the health and wellness of the communities it serves.
08/18/2025
Fall Prevention, Home Safety & Scam Awareness: These lectures will focus on safety in the home. Specifically, trip and fall hazards you may not have noticed in your home; safety devices and tools you need to secure your home environment; and finally, how to protect yourself from credit card, bank and online scams that can steal your resources and personal information.
Be informed. Be safe.
Monday SEPTEMBER 15
Joshua Tree Community Center @ 6171 Sunburst Ave
Resource table available between 10:00 a.m. and Noon. The lecture begins at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday SEPTEMBER 17
Yucca Valley Senior Center @ 57088 29 Palms Hwy
Resource table available between10:00 a.m. and Noon. The lecture begins at 11:30 a.m.
Friday SEPTEMBER 19
29 Palms Senior Center @ 6539 Adobe Road
Resource table available between 10:00 a.m. and Noon. The lecture begins at 10:00 a.m.
This health lecture series is a service of Morongo Basin Healthcare District whose mission is to improve the health and wellness of the communities we serve. Learn more about your healthcare district at MorongoBasinHealth.org.
08/13/2025
You may be eligible for health insurance coverage within 60 days of a qualifying life-event, such as losing your health insurance, a change in household size, and other changes.
Sheree Fansler, certified enrollment counselor, is available to provide FREE assistance to navigate your health insurance options. Call her at 760-365-9305 extension 1546.
We can help. Covered California was created to help Californians compare, afford and enroll in a brand-name health insurance plan. Explore your coverage options.
This service is provided by Morongo Basin Healthcare District who works to improve the health and wellness of Basin residents.
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The healthcare District is pleased to present the mobile medical unit (MMU). This “clinic on wheels” is the result of the Morongo Basin Healthcare District’s Board of Directors responding to the District’s Community Health Needs Assessment that identified access to healthcare and lack of viable transportation as two primary issues facing residents of the Morongo Basin.
The MMU provides primary medical care, health screenings and referrals to mental health services when visiting community centers in the more remote areas of the healthcare District. Additionally, the MMU has partnered with Morongo Unified School District to provide on-site dental screenings and oral care to students.
In partnership with Morongo Unified School District, the MMU was on-site at the Backpack Giveaway Event at the Joshua Tree Community Center to provide immunizations to students.
The public may tour the MMU at community events such as the annual health fairs in Yucca Valley and 29 Palms.
In 2018, the healthcare District proudly partnered with the Twentynine Palms Band of Mission Indians who generously supported this project with a commitment of $175,000 towards the total purchase cost of $375,000. Supplies and equipment are funded by the healthcare District.
