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July 20, 2026 by CUC-Anna

CommUnityCare Health Centers CFO Joy Sloan Named Austin Business Journal CFO Award Winner

CommUnityCare Health Centers is proud to announce that Chief Financial Officer Joy Sloan has been named a recipient of the 2026 Austin Business Journal CFO Award, one of Central Texas’ highest honors recognizing exceptional financial leadership.

The annual awards program recognizes chief financial officers who demonstrate excellence in strategic planning, financial stewardship, innovation and organizational leadership while helping their organizations achieve sustainable growth and long-term success.

“Joy has been a steady, strategic hand for CommUnityCare, someone who pairs sharp financial judgment with a deep commitment to making sure every patient in Travis County has access to high-quality care,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, CommUnityCare Health Centers CEO and Executive Vice President of Ambulatory Services for Central Health. “This recognition is well-earned, and I couldn’t be prouder to see her honored.”

Since joining CommUnityCare Health Centers in 2019, Sloan has played a key role in strengthening the organization’s financial foundation while advancing its mission to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves across Central Texas. Her leadership has helped drive significant organizational growth, support expanded access to care and ensure the long-term sustainability of essential health services.

Under Sloan’s financial leadership, CommUnityCare Health Centers has grown from serving approximately 124,000 patients in 2020 to more than 148,000 patients annually while increasing annual revenue from $138 million to more than $250 million. She oversees a $271 million budget and leads Revenue Cycle, Grants Management, Procurement, Accounting and Financial Planning, helping align financial strategy with the organization’s long-term vision. Sloan has also helped guide major initiatives, including implementing Epic, supporting the expansion of multiple health centers and advancing value-based care.

“The best CFOs don’t just help organizations succeed financially. They help organizations achieve their mission sustainably. In healthcare, every dollar we steward wisely creates an opportunity to improve someone’s life,” said Sloan. “This award truly honors my financial team and their dedication to the job, executive leadership’s commitment to the voice of finance and the entire CommUnityCare family’s dedication to the mission. I’m grateful to work alongside colleagues who are deeply committed to improving the health of our communities.”

As one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in Texas, CommUnityCare Health Centers serves more than 148,000 patients annually through a network of more than 30 health centers across Central Texas, providing primary care, specialty care, behavioral health, dental and pharmacy services. Strong financial leadership is essential to ensuring patients continue to receive accessible, affordable and high-quality care.

Beyond CommUnityCare Health Centers, Sloan is a respected leader in community health finance, serving on national committees, presenting at industry conferences and mentoring emerging CFOs through the National Association of Community Health Centers Leadership Exchange Program.

The Austin Business Journal CFO Award recognizes leaders whose vision and financial expertise strengthen both their organizations and the communities they serve. Sloan’s recognition reflects her commitment to responsible financial stewardship and expanding access to high-quality health care across Central Texas.

Award Ceremony Photo Gallery

Take a look at highlights from the the 2026 Austin Business Journal CFO Award, one of Central Texas’ highest honors recognizing exceptional financial leadership.

July 14, 2026 by CUC-Anna

CommUnityCare Health Centers Strengthens Support for Foster Families, Earns Foster Care Center of Excellence Designation

Children and youth in foster care often face unique challenges that can affect their health, including frequent placement changes, gaps in care, unmet behavioral health needs and trauma. To help address those needs, CommUnityCare Health Centers is launching its Foster Care Center of Excellence program, expanding specialized services and support for children, youth and caregivers involved in the foster care system across Central Texas.

Building on its longstanding commitment to providing care for everyone who needs it, CommUnityCare Health Centers is enhancing care coordination, behavioral health services and caregiver support while expanding access to specialized, trauma-informed care. The program follows the organization’s designation as a Foster Care Center of Excellence (FCCOE) by Superior HealthPlan, recognizing CommUnityCare Health Centers as one of the first health care providers in the Austin area to meet rigorous standards for serving children and youth enrolled in the STAR Health Medicaid program.

“Every child deserves access to healthcare that is compassionate, consistent, and responsive to their unique needs—that’s why CommUnityCare has long served children and youth in foster care as a trusted home for care,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, CEO of CommUnityCare Health Centers. “The FCCOE designation helps us spread the word so we can reach more foster parents looking for wraparound services and more partners looking for a team that’s growing to better meet the needs of the youth we support.”

In Texas, children and youth in foster care receive Medicaid coverage through STAR Health, a program administered by Superior HealthPlan. The Foster Care Center of Excellence designation recognizes healthcare organizations that meet rigorous standards for quality improvement, care coordination, program infrastructure, and staff training to support the medical, behavioral health, and social needs of children and youth in foster care.

These children and youth often experience circumstances that can make it more difficult to maintain continuity of care and achieve positive health outcomes. As a Foster Care Center of Excellence, CommUnityCareHealth Centers provides a medical home for STAR Health members, offering primary care, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and care management services. The program is designed to make it easier for caregivers, caseworkers, and community partners to connect children and youth with timely, comprehensive care.

“CommUnityCare has a long history of serving Central Texans and we are proud to welcome them as a Foster Care Center of Excellence,” said Mitch Wasden, President and CEO of Superior HealthPlan. “We want to ensure children and youth in foster care, as well as their caregivers, have access to comprehensive, high-quality health care. This partnership will help expand access to trusted providers and further our shared commitment to strengthening health outcomes and expanding access to care.”

The designation also reflects CommUnityCare Health Centers’ commitment to strengthening support for foster care patients and caregivers. By expanding care coordination and building stronger partnerships throughout the community, CommUnityCare is working to improve continuity of care and health outcomes for children and youth involved in the foster care system. CommUnityCare Health Centers is proud to be one of 14 providers statewide recognized as a Foster Care Center of Excellence by Superior HealthPlan.

Kickoff Celebration Photo Gallery

Take a look at highlights from the CommUnityCare Health Centers Foster Care Center of Excellence Kickoff Event, where team members, community partners, and community members came together to celebrate this important milestone and our shared commitment to improving care for children and youth in foster care across Central Texas.

May 28, 2026 by CUC-Anna

Care From Both Sides: Ruby Zaleta’s Story of Connection and Compassion

For Ruby Zaleta, healthcare has always been personal.

As an OB/GYN Care Coordinator at CommUnityCare Health Centers, Ruby helps new mothers and families navigate some of life’s most important moments, scheduling postpartum visits, coordinating newborn appointments, supporting breastfeeding mothers, and connecting families to helpful resources along the way.

But her connection to the mission goes far beyond her role as an employee. Ruby is also a patient of CommUnityCare Health Centers.

“It’s kind of crazy to work and actually get the care that you give,” Ruby said with a smile. “But for me, it felt like a blessing to have that opportunity.”

Born and raised in Austin, Ruby is a mother of four who understands firsthand how meaningful compassionate healthcare can be for families. Her children also receive care through CommUnityCare Health Centers, and she has participated in the organization’s Centering programs as both a staff member and patient.

That dual perspective as both caregiver and patient has shaped the way she approaches her work every day.

“It makes me take more into consideration what our patients think and what they need,” Ruby shared. “Because I’m a patient myself, and my kids are patients here too.”

Before joining the organization, Ruby worked in urgent care settings where difficult conversations about insurance coverage and cost were part of daily life. Those experiences stayed with her.

“Every single time we had to ask, ‘Do you have insurance?’ or ‘Is this self-pay?’ it would really get to me,” she said. “Sometimes people don’t have the money or insurance, and why should that be a barrier to being seen?”

Wanting to be part of something different, Ruby sought out a nonprofit healthcare organization focused on serving the community. She joined CommUnityCare Health Centers as a Medical Assistant in pediatrics and quickly discovered a passion for supporting families. Over time, she transitioned into a parenting facilitator role and later into women’s health.

Today, Ruby supports postpartum moms by helping schedule follow-up care for both mothers and newborns. She also connects patients with resources such as lactation consultations and diaper support when needed.

For Ruby, the work is deeply meaningful because she sees herself in the patients she serves.

“It really fills my heart with joy that we’re here to help our community,” she said. “It’s not just a job. Sometimes you take it personal because you see yourself in that position as the patient.”

That sense of connection also inspired Ruby to seek care for her own family through CommUnityCare Health Centers. While working in pediatrics, she saw providers go above and beyond to build relationships with patients and families.

“They really see patients as family,” Ruby said. “I wanted that for my kids too.”

She found that same sense of community through the CenteringParenting and CenteringPregnancy programs, where families connect with providers and one another in supportive group settings.

“You build your own community here,” Ruby explained. “You meet other moms, hear from other moms, and grow together.”

Ruby says those shared experiences can be empowering for patients, especially new mothers navigating questions and uncertainty during pregnancy and parenting.

“When you have that trust and feel comfortable asking questions, it makes a big difference,” she said. “Sometimes another mom asks the question you were afraid to ask.”

As both an employee and patient, Ruby says her experiences have only strengthened her belief in the mission and the importance of accessible, compassionate healthcare.

May 28, 2026 by CUC-Priscilla

New Women’s Health Transformation Initiative Focuses on Strengthening Early Prenatal Care and Expanding Specialty Access

May 28, 2026

Improving access to timely, patient-centered care is at the heart of the Women’s Health Transformation initiative underway across CommUnityCare Health Centers. A multidisciplinary team of providers, clinical staff and operational leaders has been working to strengthen how women access care throughout every stage of life, from pregnancy and postpartum care to specialty gynecological services.

CommUnityCare Health Centers provided more than 19,440 OB/GYN visits in Fiscal Year 2025, according to UDS data, making women’s health services a critical area of focus across the organization.

The work is centered on a simple goal, which is removing barriers that can delay care and create a more seamless experience for patients.

“Priorities surrounding women’s health transformation work come from the lens of how patients experience care here,” said Dr. Melinda Lopez, Director of Women’s Health. “Everything from how easy it is for them to schedule a visit, to what happens when they arrive, to how we continue supporting them after they leave.”

One of the first major efforts launched in March 2026 is a pilot program at the Southeast Health & Wellness Center designed to improve early entry into prenatal care.

Patients beginning prenatal care typically attend an initial obstetric intake appointment and then return later for an ultrasound. The pilot combines those services into one visit, allowing patients to receive an ultrasound and meet with an obstetrics provider during the same appointment.

“Early prenatal care is a critical quality measure because it allows providers to identify potential concerns earlier, confirm how far along a pregnancy is and connect patients to appropriate services sooner,” Dr. Lopez said. “We see the greatest benefits when patients are able to enter care during the first trimester, ultimately improving outcomes throughout the pregnancy.”

The goal is to reduce lengthy delays and help patients begin care faster. The long-term vision is to connect all patients with both services within two weeks of reaching out for care.

The transformation effort is also focused on expanding access to specialty women’s health services, including colposcopy, a procedure used after abnormal cervical cancer screening results following a pap smear.

Historically, access to colposcopy appointments has been limited, creating long wait times for patients. In Fiscal Year 2025, CommUnityCare Health Centers screened 37,504 women ages 24-64 for cervical cancer. During that same period, 2,216 patients received care related to abnormal cervical findings across 4,254 visits, highlighting the importance of timely access to follow-up services such as colposcopy.

To address this need, expanded-access Saturday colposcopy clinics for select patients every other month to help reduce delays and provide more appointment options.

Additional women’s health providers and staff have also received advanced colposcopy training through MD Anderson in Houston to expand provider capacity and increase appointment availability across the system.

“The first colposcopy clinic saw a 100% patient show rate,” said Dr. Lopez. “Patients were extremely appreciative and expressed gratitude for weekend availability and earlier appointments.”

Supporting these efforts is a recent $650,000 award through the Texas Department of State Health Services FQHC Incubator Project-Based Funding program. The funding will support point-of-care ultrasound equipment, expanded sonography staffing, women’s health educational and clinical resources and workforce development.

For CommUnityCare Health Centers, the work represents a continued commitment to improving access, strengthening patient experiences and advancing women’s health outcomes across Central Texas.

May 22, 2026 by CUC-Anna

CommUnityCare Health Centers Releases Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report Highlighting Growth, Expanded Access, and Community Impact

In fiscal year 2025, CommUnityCare Health Centers expanded access to care and strengthened services across Central Texas through new programs, expanded clinic services, strategic initiatives, and continued investments in the patient experience. The organization’s newly released FY25 Annual Report highlights progress made throughout the year while reinforcing its mission of strengthening the health and well-being of the communities it serves.

View and Download FY25 Annual Report

“Fiscal year 2025 reflected significant growth, meaningful collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to meeting the needs of our patients,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, Chief Executive Officer of CommUnityCare Health Centers. ” Our progress is powered by the dedication of our staff, the trust of our patients, and partnerships across the community. Together, we are building a more connected, equitable, and accessible system of care that strengthens health and opportunity for the communities we serve.”

By the Numbers: Meeting Growing Community Need

Demand for care continued to grow in FY25 as CommUnityCare Health Centers served 148,234 unique patients through more than 557,000 patient visits, including more than 50,000 virtual visits. The organization continued providing comprehensive care across primary care, specialty services, behavioral health, dental care, and other essential health services designed to meet the needs of patients and families throughout Central Texas.

Many of the patients served face significant barriers to care. More than half of patients were uninsured, while nearly all patients who reported income were living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Additionally, nearly two-thirds of patients reported being best served in a language other than English, highlighting the ongoing importance of culturally responsive care and reducing barriers to access.

Expanding Access Across Growing Communities

Throughout FY25, CommUnityCare Health Centers continued investing in services and facilities designed to bring healthcare closer to patients. The opening of the Del Valle Health and Wellness Center expanded access to comprehensive care, dental services, and pharmacy resources in one of Travis County’s fastest-growing communities. Additional service expansion at Hornsby Bend Health & Wellness Center and the launch of the Wellness and Holistic Addiction Medicine (WHAM) Clinic further strengthened access for patients who have historically faced barriers to care.

The organization also launched IDEALhealth, an initiative focused on expanding access to inclusive sexual health services, including STI and HIV testing, prevention resources, family planning services, and specialized care.

Advancing Quality and Patient-Centered Care

Beyond increasing access, FY25 brought significant progress in quality improvement and clinical innovation. Depression screening rates increased from 61% to 74% through new workflows and digital tools that created a more consistent patient experience across clinics. Expanded Medicare Annual Wellness Visits and ongoing value-based care initiatives also strengthened proactive care and long-term health management.

These efforts reflect a broader shift toward more coordinated, preventive care designed to improve health outcomes and create a stronger care experience for patients.

Strengthening Communities Beyond Clinic Walls

Community partnerships continued to play an important role in extending support beyond healthcare settings. During FY25, CommUnityCare Health Centers partnered with 27 organizations and participated in 59 outreach events, helping connect individuals and families to healthcare services and community resources. More than 18,400 individuals received support through referrals addressing needs such as food access, housing, transportation, and financial assistance.

Looking Ahead to the Year of Access

As CommUnityCare Health Centers continues its FY26 work, priorities include expanding telehealth and digital tools, enhancing the patient experience, and continuing efforts to remove barriers that make it harder for individuals and families to access care.

“As we enter our Year of Access, we are focusing every part of our system on improving the speed, ease, and equity with which patients connect to care,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, Chief Executive Officer of CommUnityCare Health Centers. “Access is not simply an operational priority — it is central to our belief that every person deserves dignity in the care they receive.”

The full FY25 Annual Report can be viewed HERE.

May 19, 2026 by CUC-Anna

Central Health Breaks Ground on Colony Park Health & Wellness Center

May 18, 2026

AUSTIN, Texas — The Central Health system officially broke ground Saturday on the Colony Park Health & Wellness Center, a $37 million, 34,000-square-foot facility that will deliver comprehensive health care and community services to Northeast Austin. Located at 6420 Helen Miller View in the Colony Park community, the center is projected to open in summer 2027.

“This groundbreaking is about keeping a promise to this community,” said Dr. Pat Lee, Central Health president and CEO. “Colony Park residents and leaders have long called for a stronger health care presence close to home, and this center is a direct result of that advocacy. We’re proud to help bring this vision to life, as part of our mission to build a health system that is more accessible, more connected, and more responsive to the people we serve.”

Care Closer to Home

The groundbreaking marks the latest milestone in more than a decade of planning, community engagement, and investment in Eastern Travis County. When the center opens, services operated by CommUnityCare Health Centers and Central Health will bring high-quality care closer to home. Colony Park residents will have access to:

Primary care
Dental services
Behavioral health services
On-site pharmacy with drive-thru
Lab services
Wellness and prevention programs
Community resources and enrollment services

“For years, CommUnityCare Health Centers has worked alongside Colony Park residents to expand access to care and strengthen community health in Northeast Austin,” said Dr. Nicholas Yagoda, CommUnityCare Health Centers CEO and executive vice president of ambulatory services at Central Health. “For too long, many members of this community have had to travel outside their neighborhood to receive routine care, fill prescriptions, or connect to important health resources. This new center represents a meaningful investment in the health and well-being of Northeast Austin families, and we’re proud to help create a space where residents can access compassionate, patient-centered care in the community they call home.”

A Community That’s Been Waiting

The center will serve a growing and diverse community. According to Central Health’s 2022 Demographic Report, Colony Park is home to more than 20,000 residents, with 69.4% identifying as Hispanic or Latino. Nearly one in three residents is under 18. In 2023, 4,593 Colony Park residents were enrolled in Central Health programs—roughly one in four people living in the neighborhood.

Congressman Lloyd Doggett also spoke at the ceremony, noting that $1 million in federal funding is going toward critical infrastructure supporting the health center and the surrounding neighborhood.

A Decade in the Making

Central Health has maintained a health care presence in the area since 2019 when CommUnityCare Health Centers, which will operate clinical services at the new facility, first brought a mobile medical clinic to Colony Park offering primary care and pharmacy services.

The Northeast Health Resource Center followed in 2021, providing a home base for clinical and enrollment services while the permanent facility was in development. The groundbreaking on the Colony Park Health & Wellness Center represents the transition from that temporary infrastructure to a permanent, purpose-built home.

Colony Park community leaders and neighborhood association members also spoke at Saturday’s ceremony, including advocates who have championed investment in the community for years. Following the groundbreaking, Central Health hosted a community celebration at Colony Park District Park.

The project is part of the Colony Park Sustainable Community, a 200-acre planned development in Northeast Austin that will include up to 3,000 new residences along with retail, office space, and infrastructure improvements.

May 13, 2026 by CUC-Anna

CommUnityCare Health Centers Earns Advocacy Center of Excellence Silver Status from NACHC

CommUnityCare Health Centers has been recognized as an Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) at the Silver level by the National Association of Community Health Centers, highlighting the organization’s strong commitment to advancing community health advocacy and strengthening access to care across Central Texas.

The ACE program recognizes Community Health Centers nationwide that demonstrate excellence in advocacy efforts that support and protect access to affordable, high-quality healthcare. Organizations earning ACE designation are recognized for building sustainable advocacy programs that amplify the voices of Community Health Centers and the patients and communities they serve.

“Advocacy is not separate from healthcare delivery — it is part of how we protect access to care for the patients and communities we serve,” said Tara A. Trower, Deputy CEO and Chief Strategy Officer of CommUnityCareHealth Centers. “Earning Silver Advocacy Center of Excellence recognition in our first year participating reflects the deep commitment of our staff, leadership, and board to advancing policies that strengthen community health centers and improve health outcomes across Central Texas. At a time when safety-net systems are under increasing pressure, advocacy matters more than ever.”

Community Health Centers play a critical role in increasing access to primary care, behavioral health, women’s health, dental care, and other essential services for underserved and historically marginalized communities. Through advocacy efforts, health centers help ensure patients continue to have access to affordable, comprehensive care close to home.

CommUnityCare Health Centers joins Community Health Centers across the country recognized through the ACE program for leadership and commitment to advocacy excellence. The recognition is valid through April 30, 2028.

For NACHC ACE Health Center Listings, click here.

May 6, 2026 by CUC-Anna

CommUnityCare Health Centers Names Dr. Karen Welch as Vice President of Health Informatics

CommUnityCare Health Centers is excited to announce the promotion of Dr. Karen Welch, MD, to Vice President of Health Informatics (VPHI), marking a significant step in strengthening system-wide integration of clinical care, technology, and data-driven innovation.

In her new role, Dr. Welch will serve as the health informatics executive for the health system, with oversight of enterprise strategy, governance, and performance at the intersection of clinical care, digital technology, analytics, and operational transformation. She will lead the clinical informatics function across ambulatory, inpatient, specialty, and population health settings, ensuring that technology investments and digital innovation support quality, access, equity, workforce well-being, and value-based care.

The announcement follows the recent unification of the CommUnityCare Health Centers and Central Health Epic teams into a single, integrated department designed to support a more coordinated, system-wide approach to Epic and clinical technology.

“I’ve always loved the intersection of technology and care — how do we use it to help us all flourish? When health data is captured well and used thoughtfully, it becomes one of our most powerful tools for reducing disparities, supporting our teams, and building healthier communities,” said Dr. Karen Welch.

Dr. Welch has been with CommUnityCare Health Centers since 2017 and most recently served as Director of Clinical Informatics. In that role, she led optimization of Epic and integrated clinical technologies to enhance patient care and population health outcomes, including the successful pilot and rollout of ambient documentation tools.

Previously, as Director of Primary Care, she served as the ambulatory lead for the organization’s initial Epic implementation, guiding the transition from multiple legacy systems. She also played a key role in the rapid expansion of telehealth services at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and contributed to the development and optimization of the organization’s long-term care model strategy.

A board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Clinical Informatics, Dr. Welch continues to practice clinically and is deeply committed to improving quality outcomes and the clinician experience. Her leadership has helped drive coordinated efforts across clinical informatics, Epic, and quality improvement teams, contributing to national recognition, including consecutive Epic Pinnacle Awards for user experience and the HRSA Silver Quality Badge.

Dr. Welch earned her undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, where she also completed her family medicine residency. She has a longstanding commitment to medical education, having served as faculty at UTMB and currently as Affiliate Faculty at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin.

Outside of her professional work, Dr. Welch enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors, and working on creative projects, including renovating a salvaged caboose into a tiny home in the Texas Hill Country.

Her appointment reflects CommUnityCare Health Centers’ continued commitment to leveraging innovation and technology to advance high-quality, equitable care for the communities it serves.

May 4, 2026 by CUC-Anna

Get Ready for Back to School with CommUnityCare Health Centers

As families across Central Texas prepare for the 2026-2027 school year, CommUnityCare Health Centers continues its dedicated work to make it easier for students to start the year healthy and ready to learn. In honor of National Health Center Week (August 2–8), CommUnityCare Health Centers will host a series of back-to-school events that combine vaccine clinics, opportunities to establish care, and backpack and school supply giveaways for families.

National Health Center Week highlights the essential role community health centers play in expanding access to high-quality, affordable care. Through these back-to-school events, CommUnityCare Health Centers continues its commitment to serving low-income, uninsured and underinsured families. These events are designed to meet families where they are, whether at school districts, in neighborhoods, or at their health centers, to help remove common barriers to care. Event details vary, see below for full details.

Back to School Events

Event Flyer: ENGLISH | SPANISH

🎒 Bastrop ISD Back-to-School Event

When: July 28, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Where: Cedar Creek High School | 793 Union Chapel Rd., Cedar Creek, TX 78612

What: Back-to-school efforts will kick off in partnership with Bastrop ISD during the district’s annual back-to-school event. Families can stop by the CommUnityCare Health Centers booth to receive:

No Cost Backpacks and School Supplies (While Supplies Last. First-Come, First-Served)
Medical, Dental, and Eligibility Appointment Scheduling
Community Resources

💉 Bastrop Health Center Vaccine Clinic

When: Saturday, August 1, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Where: Bastrop Health Center

What: CommUnityCare Health Centers will be offering no-cost children’s immunizations. An appointment is REQUIRED: CLICK HERE

💉🎒 New This Year: Weekday Vaccine Appointments

When: August 3-7, 2026 | 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Where: Carousel Pediatrics: North Lamar

What: To better support families during the busy back-to-school season, CommUnityCare Health Centers is now offering dedicated weekday vaccine appointments. This week-long event helps improve access, reduce wait times, and gives families a chance to establish care for their children. Appointments are limited. An appointment is REQUIRED: CLICK HERE

Families who complete their appointment will receive:

Required Vaccines
A Backpack and School Supplies (While Supplies Last)

🎒 Del Valle ISD Back-To-School Event

When: August 5, 2026 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Where: Del Valle High School | 5201 Ross Rd., Del Valle, TX 78617

What: CommUnityCare Health Centers is proud to partner with Del Valle ISD for the first time, where it will join the district for its annual back-to-school event. Families can stop by the CommUnityCare Health Centers booth to receive:

No Cost School Supplies. (While Supplies Last. First-Come, First-Served)
Medical, Dental, and Eligibility Appointment Scheduling
Community Resources

💉 Del Valle Health Center Vaccine Clinic

When: Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: Del Valle Health Center

What: CommUnityCare Health Centers will be offering no-cost children’s immunizations. An appointment is REQUIRED: CLICK HERE

April 30, 2026 by CUC-Anna

Important Notice: Recall of TRUE METRIX Blood Glucose Meters

Published April 30, 2026

CommUnityCare Health Centers is sharing an important update to help keep you safe and informed about your diabetes care.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall, the most serious type, for all TRUE METRIX blood glucose meters due to a software issue that may affect how results are displayed.

TRUE METRIX meters may show an “E-5” error message. According to the FDA, this message can mean two different things:

Blood sugar is extremely high (over 600 mg/dL), or
There is a problem with the test strip or device

Because of this, patients may delay care or treat themselves incorrectly, which can lead to serious health risks.

In some cases, this confusion has been linked to serious outcomes, including dehydration, loss of consciousness, and other complications when treatment is delayed or incorrect.

What you should do

You can continue using your TRUE METRIX meter for now. However, if you have access to another blood glucose meter, it is recommended that you use that instead when possible. For your safety, do not change your insulin or other diabetes medications based only on an “E-5” error message.

Trividia Health is offering free replacements for certain TRUE METRIX® blood glucose meters. You should contact Trividia Health to verify if your meter is affected and to get a replacement.

How to Contact for Replacement: