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At Latino Health Access, we don’t just serve a community — we are the community.
For over 30 years, we’ve walked alongside families in Orange County, transforming lives through culturally rooted health education, emotional wellness support, food justice, youth leadership, and grassroots advocacy.
But what truly sets us apart is how we do it:
Through a nationally recognized Promotora Model, we train and empower community members — the mothers, fathers, daughters, and neighbors you see every day — to become health leaders and trusted advocates.
The result? Real change. Measurable impact. Lives restored.
In a world where health disparities are growing and many voices go unheard, Latino Health Access is a sanctuary of dignity, trust, and transformation.
Imagine being the reason a child has access to healthy food, a senior receives emotional support, or a teen finds purpose through leadership.
What if your support helped someone not just survive, but thrive?
Join us. Because when you give, you’re not just making a donation — you’re making a difference.
Explore our programs. Meet the people. Become part of the movement.
Together, let’s build a healthier, more just future — one family at a time.
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors at Latino Health Access is composed of committed community leaders and professionals who provide strategic guidance, uphold our mission, and ensure strong governance across all programs and services. Their leadership is essential to our vision for health equity in Orange County.
Executive Leadership
- America Bracho, MD, MPH – Chief Executive Officer
- Patricia J. Cantero, Ph.D – Director of Evaluation
Board Officers
- Marisol Ramirez – Chairwoman
- Rita Cruz Gallegos – Vice Chair
- Alana LeBron, PhD, MW – Secretary
- Catalina Santamaria, MBA – Treasurer
Board Members
- Marta Patarroyo
- Sister Herlinda Ramirez
- Dorothy Siddall, MD
- Teresa Blanco
- Lorenzo Gonzalez, MD
- Jim Kennedy
If you would like to learn more about our Board or get in touch, please email us at info@latinohealthaccess.org.
Committed since 1993 in Santa Ana, California
Our History and Founder
Latino Health Access was founded by the visionary Dr. América Bracho, a tireless advocate for improved healthcare access for the Latino community in the United States. Since our humble beginnings in 1993, we have worked tirelessly to enhance the health of Latino communities nationwide.
