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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
San Joaquin County, Dignity Health reach extension on management services
May 15—The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors approved a three-year extension of its management services agreement with Dignity Health to manage San Joaquin General Hospital. The deal, which runs from July 1 of this year to June 30 of 2028, is worth just over $5.7 million. The county and Dignity Health, which is now known as CommonSpirit, have partnered on the hospital since 2022, when the board of supervisors found that San Joaquin General could operate more efficiently with a management agreement. The deal was originally for an 18-month period with a 10-year option. The supervisors extended it for an additional 18 months in 2023, and the current deal was set to expire on June 30 of this year. According to a press release from San Joaquin County, Dignity Health has implemented several changes in its time acting as management, including lowering the rate of SJGH-acquired infections, raising the hospital's Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services hospital safety grade rating from an F to a C, reducing incomplete patient records from 15,000 to less than 200, and financial improvements. "Since the implementation of the Management Services Agreement, CommonSpirit Health and St. Joseph's Medical Center have had a profound impact on both financial and quality measures at San Joaquin General Hospital," said BJ Predum, Market President of Dignity Health Central Valley. "By improving and standardizing processes, I am proud of all that we have accomplished together to enhance the health and well being of the San Joaquin County community." Added Paul Canepa, Chair of the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors, "Since the agreement began, the hospital has made great progress in improving patient care and its finances. We're excited to keep working together to build a strong, unified healthcare system that provides excellent care to everyone—no matter their ability to pay."
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
San Joaquin County receives $137M for behavioral health campus
May 14—STOCKTON — San Joaquin County's Behavioral Health Services announced Monday that it will be receiving $137 million in state grant funds. BHS was one of 124 agencies to receive funding, which was made possible through Proposition 1 and $3.3 billion to create more than 5,000 residential treatment beds for behavioral health care services statewide. "Today's announcement is a huge step forward for the county's efforts to bring this much needed resource to our residents," Health Care Services Agency director Genevieve Valentine said. "This critical funding allows us to move closer to construction, and ultimately toward opening the doors for those who need it most. I want to thank DHCS and the State for helping make dreams come true." Funding will be used for the county's Be Well Campus, a behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment facility located on 23 acres of land in French Camp near San Joaquin General Hospital. The campus will provide 172 beds dedicated to psychiatric health and substance use fisorder treatment services, including crisis stabilization, detox and sobriety centers, youth and family outpatient services, substance use treatment, integrated behavioral health urgent care and a mental health rehabilitative center. "This is a transformational moment for San Joaquin County," San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors chair Paul Canepa said. "The Be Well Campus is more than a facility — it's a commitment to making mental and behavioral health care accessible, compassionate, and dignified for everyone in our community. We are investing in care that treats the whole person, especially our most vulnerable residents, and bringing services closer to home. It's how we create a healthier, stronger, and more connected San Joaquin County." This will be the first facility in the region to consolidate comprehensive services in one location. The county said it will improve access, reduce stigma and help residents avoid unnecessary hospitalizations or incarceration. It will also be the first youth substance abuse residential program in the San Joaquin Valley. "This is a big deal for our community," said Supervisor Steve Ding, who represents the Lodi area. "The Be Well Campus means people in Lodi and across the county will finally have access to mental health care nearby — when they need it most. For too long, the system hasn't worked. Now we're doing something that will really help. I've pushed hard to change the rules and open the door for projects like this. We're finally moving in the right direction, and I'm proud to be part of it." Construction is expected to begin in September following environmental review and final permitting. The first phase of the campus is scheduled for substantial completion by July 2027. With Monday's award, BHS has secured $203.7 million toward the total estimated project cost of $261.8 million, with the balance being sought through pending grants and local partnerships. The county plans to hold a groundbreaking ceremony later this year to coincide with the start of construction.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
San Joaquin County gets seal of approval for 175th celebration
May 7—STOCKTON — The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors unveiled its 175th Anniversary Commemorative Seal on Tuesday, which will be used in official communications throughout 2025. Designed by student A. Vasquez and titled "How Far We've Come," the seal was selected through an art contest, which invited children in grades 7-12 across the county to submit artwork inspired by the theme "175 Years of Growing Greatness." Vasquez's entry was selected for its artistic depth, historical symbolism, and forward-looking message, the county said. "The clock represents the evolution of San Joaquin County throughout time, including its festivals, agriculture, engineering, and advancements in the economy," Vasquez said. "If you look closely, the clock marks 2:09 to represent our area code. I hope this logo inspires others to recognize how far we've come, and the hope of where we are going, because time never stops." The seal will appear on official county documents, certificates, websites, social media platforms and public materials during the anniversary year, and be prominently featured at events and celebrations. "Ms. Vasquez's artwork perfectly captures the spirit of San Joaquin County — not just where we've been, but where we're going," board chair Paul Canepa said. For more information on the 175th Anniversary and upcoming events, follow the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors on Facebook and Instagram.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
SJ County approves millions for Be Well Campus
Apr. 24—A facility focused on improving mental health and addressing substance abuse took a major step forward this week as San Joaquin County supervisors approved millions in funding to get the project off the ground. Supervisors approved the Be Well Campus' $261.8 million budget and awarded a $1.7 million service agreement to Oakland-based Herrero-McGuire Hester Joint Venture on Tuesday. The action marks the official launch of the project's first phase, which includes project validation and early design work, staff said. The Be Well Campus will be located on 23 acres of county-owned land near San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp, providing crisis stabilization, detox and sobriety centers, youth and family outpatient services, and substance use treatment. Supervisors said the campus will serve as the cornerstone of a more compassionate, coordinated, and effective behavioral health system in the county. "This project is not just about building a facility — it's about investing in the future of health care for our growing community," board chair Paul Canepa said. "As our county continues to expand, we must ensure that our infrastructure keeps pace with the needs of our residents. By leveraging local resources and securing state and federal support, we're building a system of care that will address the mental health and substance use challenges our residents face, reduce homelessness, and offer long-term recovery options right here at home." The facility will be the first in the region to consolidate mental health and substance services under one roof, which Health Care Services Agency director Geneveive Valentine said will improve access, reduce stigma, and help residents avoid hospitalizations or incarceration. "Sixty percent of emergency room visits in our county are tied to acute substance use disorder," she said. "This project allows us to deliver the right care, at the right time, in the right setting — for everyone in our community." Construction is expected to begin in September, with the first phase to be completed by July 2027. A groundbreaking ceremony is planned later this year. Funding will be made possible by a national opioid settlement that awarded the county $52.8 million over the next 18 years, as well as Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program monies and allocations from Assembly Bill 179. Funds from Health Plan of San Joaquin and private sector matches will also be allocated to the project, along with public health monies secured by the late Sen. Dianne Feinstein. To date, $66.29 million has been secured, with an additional $232 million identified through pending grants and local partnerships, the county said. "This is a big win for our community," Supervisor Steve Ding said. "The Be Well Campus is going to change lives. It means people in Lodi and across San Joaquin County will finally have real access to behavioral health care — close to home, when they need it most. For too long, outdated rules have stood in the way of building the kind of treatment centers we actually need."
