News Releases

L.A. Care Commits More Than $1.2 Million to Reduce Barriers to Dental Care for More than 7,000 Angelenos

L.A. Care is supporting 10 organizations that are addressing barriers to oral health care in low-income communities in Los Angeles County.

L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Health Plans Open Doors of their Newest Community Resource Center to Support Health and Wellness for South L.A. Residents

This is the 13th Community Resource Center that the two health plans have opened across L.A. County, with a 14th center opening early in 2025.

L.A. Care to Receive a Healthcare Hero Award from the Westside Family Health Center

Westside Family is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is using the occasion to recognize L.A. Care for the vital role it has played in the center's success.

L.A. Care Negotiates a Settlement with State Regulators that Ensures More Money Is Spent on Members and Their Communities

The settlement will mean an extra $28 million in L.A. County community investment over the next three years.

L.A. County Board of Supervisors Recognize the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Centers for Helping to Keep Communities Healthy

The supervisors recognized the centers for supporting the local health, behavioral, and social needs of communities all across Los Angeles County.

L.A. Care CEO Honored by Project Angel Food for His Support of Their Shared Commitment

John Baackes received the Sheryl Lee Ralph Legacy award for his longstanding commitment to Project Angel Food.

L.A. Care CEO is Recognized for His Impact as a Leader in Health Care

AltaMed honors John Baackes at its 55th anniversary celebration, recognizing the L.A. Care CEO for his work to ensure that low-income residents across L.A. County have access to high-quality care.

L.A. Care Launches Series of Healthy Living Workshops for Older Adults in Los Angeles County

L.A. Care is hosting a series of workshops to help older adults in L.A. County stay healthy and able to live independently for a longer period.

L.A. Care Health Plan Commits Nearly $1.4 Million to Reduce African American Maternal and Infant Mortality Rates

Ten grantees will work to mitigate the pervasive effects of systemic racism.

L.A. Care CEO Honored with Visionary Award by the Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health

John Baackes is being recognized for the his leadership and innovation at L.A. Care, which has helped advance the well-being of students and communities across Los Angeles County.