Prevention and Advocacy

 

ConeXiones aims to serve as a point of connection to resources and educate on COVID-19 prevention and care as we navigate through the changes and updates. Through education and information, we will increase participation in civic and community engagement and our community's representation at the local and state levels. This program will continuously assess and evaluate the community's needs as new data and or needs are identified.

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Information about COVID-19

• Available Services (by phone or video call)

• Connection to coronavirus-related services (i.e. testing, contact tracing, etc.)

• Connection to resources available

• Community Empowerment workshops

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Contact:

Jovana Echeverría, Community Advocacy Coordinator, JEcheverria@thelatincenter.org or 302-377-1303

Cintia Brito, Community Advocate Coordinator, CBrito@thelatincenter.org  or 302- 655-7338 Ext. 2161

Ana Figueras, Community Health Advocate, AFigueras@thelatincenter.org. or 302-655-7338 Ext. 7695

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Prevention Promoters is a substance abuse prevention education program for adults ages 18 and up. The Drug and Alcohol Prevention program aims to educate young Hispanic Adults in the New Castle County area about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. Our services include: Street Outreach, Free Education Sessions about addiction and alcoholism, Drug and Alcohol Free Events, Prevention Promoters Training (become a leader in your community), and Referrals to treatment. 

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Contact:

Leinys Bacallao, Prevention Specialist, Ext. 142 or LBacallao@thelatincenter.org 

Junelis Wharwood, P&A -Prevention Specialist, Ext. 2159, Email: JWharwood@thelatincenter.org

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Healthy Homes offers education and assessments for home health hazards for homes with pregnant women, children, and seniors. Contact: Ana Figueras, Community Health Advocate, 302-655-7338 Ext. 7695, or AFigueras@thelatincenter.org.

 

 

The Healthy Families Program connects Hispanic families in New Castle County to healthcare by doing a detailed assessment of the health needs of every member of a family and identifying barriers to obtaining medical care.  Appropriate referrals and follow up navigation is provided as needed. Contact: Ana Figueras, Community Health Advocate, 302-655-7338 Ext. 7695, or AFigueras@thelatincenter.org