Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center

Robert Sanchez, Payroll Manager at FTOC, began his journey of service in 2002 when he joined the United States Marine Corps shortly after high school. He trained at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, CA, and served as an Artillery Cannon Crew Member. During his initial enlistment, Robert deployed twice to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, sustaining injuries from two IED blasts during his second deployment in Al Anbar Province. Following this experience, Robert transitioned into Career Planning within Human Resources, focusing on Retention, Career Development, Employee Engagement, and Military Transition. In 2012, he deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. After nearly 15 years of faithful service, he retired in 2017 with an Honorable Discharge. We are proud to have Robert as part of Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center and thank him for his courage, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our country. #veteransday

Elizabeth Martinez, Care Coordinator at FTOC, began her journey of service at 18, leaving her hometown of Laguna Niguel to join the United States Army. She served for six years as a parachute rigger, supporting elite Special Forces units in North Carolina and Colorado. Elizabeth conducted airborne operations, completed specialized training, and achieved an impressive 46 jumps. Dedicated to supporting fellow veterans, Elizabeth continues her service at FTOC while pursuing her Master of Healthcare Administration degree to further her impact as a healthcare administrator. We are proud to have Elizabeth with us at Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center and thank her for her commitment, bravery, and service to our country. #veteransday

Charles Wetter, Physician Assistant in FTOC's Mobile Unit, dedicated nearly 37 years to serving our country across multiple branches of the military. Enlisting in August 1970, Charles served in the Navy and Coast Guard as a Corpsman before advancing to the roles of Medical Officer in the California Army National Guard and the Army. Throughout his distinguished career, Charles provided critical medical support in combat zones, including Vietnam, and supported missions in Grenada, Korea, and Operation Desert Storm. He continued to answer the call during post-9/11 mobilization at LAX, Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, and other crucial missions. We are proud to have Charles as a vital part of Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center's Mobile Unit and deeply thank him for his decades of dedication, resilience, and service to our country. #veteransday

Celebrating Radiology Week at FTOC! This week, we recognize the invaluable contributions of our radiology team in providing essential imaging services that support early detection and preventive care. Thank you for your dedication to keeping our community informed and healthy!

This past Tuesday, we had the pleasure of celebrating our CEO, Alex, on his birthday here at Families Together. His leadership and dedication drive us forward every day, and it was wonderful to take a moment to show our appreciation. Thank you, Alex, for your inspiring vision and commitment to making healthcare accessible for all in Orange County. Here’s to another year of impactful leadership and continued growth!

🎃👻 Happy Halloween from Families Together! 👻🎃 Our team celebrated in style with some amazing costumes today! Check out a few highlights below—wishing everyone a safe and festive Halloween! 🧡🖤

Our FTOC team proudly wears pink this October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 💕 Together, we're raising awareness and encouraging everyone to prioritize their health through early detection and regular screenings! #BreastCancerAwareness

Now Available in All FTOC Lobbies: Fall 2024 Magazine! 🍂 At Families Together of Orange County, we’re dedicated to empowering our patients with the information they need to stay healthy. Our Fall 2024 magazine, now available in all clinic lobbies, features valuable content on breast cancer awareness, preventive care, and tips for mental well-being. By providing these resources, we’re continuing our mission to not only treat but educate our community. Be sure to grab your copy next time you visit!

To kick off our $50.1 million cancer screening effort, CalOptima Health awarded $16 million in first-round grant funding to 13 organizations. Last week, the grantees gathered at CalOptima Health to present their individual programs to promote awareness, increase outreach and work toward the shared goal of detecting cancer in the early stages when it’s more treatable.⁣ ⁣ CalOptima Health’s Comprehensive Community Cancer Screening and Support Program is designed to help Orange County achieve the lowest incidence rate nationwide for late-stage breast, cervical, colon and certain lung cancers.⁣ ⁣ The organizations that received funding include:⁣ –AltaMed Health Services –American Cancer Society –Celebrating Life Community Health Center⁣ –Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center⁣ –Friends of Family Health Center⁣ –KOREAN COMMUNITY SERVICES⁣ –Laguna Beach Community Health Center⁣ –Latino Health Access⁣ –mPulse⁣ –Share Ourselves⁣ –The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation⁣ –UCI Health Family Health Center⁣ ⁣ #OrangeCounty #OrangeCountyCA #OrangeCountyCalifornia #CancerGrantees #CommunityHealth #Healthcare #CancerScreening

We are celebrating 2 years of providing life-saving mammogram services at our Garden Grove clinic! In the past two years, our in-house mammogram services have helped women in our community take control of their health through early detection and prevention. We’re proud to continue offering these vital services, making healthcare more accessible and convenient. Here's to many more years of supporting women's health! #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth