2024
Impact Report
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Dear DAP Health community: For over 40 years, DAP Health has stood as a beacon of compassion, commitment, and innovation in health care access. As we present our 2024 Impact Report, I am proud and thrilled to welcome you to this reflection on a year of progress, resilience, and meaningful change. Our journey has always been guided by the communities we serve, and 2024 was no exception. With an unwavering focus on protecting and expanding access to quality care, we continued our mission to provide for the most vulnerable throughout Southern California. Last year, we proudly continued to integrate the Borrego Health system into the DAP Health brand — welcoming 850 dedicated employees, 23 clinics, and over 70,000 additional patients. This transformative milestone has deepened our ability to deliver lifechanging care to those who need it most. As you explore the pages of this report, you will see the impact of our collective efforts — not just in numbers, but in the real lives touched by our commitment to health equity. From addressing the social drivers of health to enhancing outcomes through patient-centered initiatives, we are redefining what it means to provide holistic, inclusive health care. Transparency remains a core value at DAP Health, and we are committed to open communication about our operational and financial stewardship. I encourage you to visit DAPHealth.org to review a detailed financial overview of the past few years, reinforcing our dedication to accountability and trust within our community. None of this would be possible without you — our employees, volunteers, donors, community partners, elected officials, and, most importantly, our patients. Your unwavering support fuels our mission and inspires us to continue breaking down barriers to care. Thank you for being an integral part of DAP Health. Together, we are building a healthier, stronger, and more inclusive future. In gratitude and partnership, David Brinkman, MBA CEO, DAP Health
2024 Impact Report – Quality In 2024, DAP Health continued to deliver high-quality care across its clinics, achieving significant progress in clinical performance. We successfully met nine out of 18 Uniform Data System (UDS) clinical quality measures and 17 out of 32 Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) measures. In recognition of our efforts to expand patient access, we were proud to receive the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) Badge for Access Enhancer.
Quality Leadership Team
Dana Erwin RN, MSN Chief Quality and Compliance Officer
Throughout the year, DAP Health conducted the following screenings to support early detection and prevention:
2,276 breast cancer screenings 4,636 colorectal cancer screenings
Tara Hoffman MA CMHC Director of Quality and Population Health
5,155 cervical cancer screenings 11,954 HIV screenings 18,247 tobacco screenings 18,383 depression screenings Quality in health care is critical, as it directly influences patient outcomes, safety, and overall system efficiency. High-quality care is defined by being effective, safe, patient-centered, timely, equitable, integrated, and efficient. Our Quality team is committed to these principles, working collaboratively across departments to drive meaningful improvements. We reinforce a culture of continuous improvement by visiting clinics twice monthly to review clinical quality measure scores and to enhance workflows. Looking ahead to 2025, our quality initiatives will focus on transforming DAP Health into a PatientCentered Medical Home (PCMH), advancing our Population Health strategies, attaining Lean Six Sigma certification for the Quality team, and expanding education and training on quality improvement tools for clinic staff.
Leticia Martinez Manager of Quality Quality Team – Assigned to Regions – Clinic Facing Diana Ramos Risk Manager Arturo Duenas-Rosales Quality Specialist Ingrid Galvez Quality Specialist Sayra Gonzalez-Martinez Quality Specialist Jessica Olvera Quality Specialist Zitzihani Maganda Quality Specialist Hafed Nooraddean Hedis Specialist
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A Founder’s Final Gift: Honoring Donald Beck’s Legacy at DAP Health When Donald Beck co-founded Desert AIDS Project (now DAP Health) more than 40 years ago, he had no idea the impact his compassion would leave on generations to come. This spring, as DAP Health celebrates its continued mission of health equity for all, we also remember and honor Donald — who passed away on April 12, 2024, at the age of 91 — not only for the life he lived, but for the powerful legacy he leaves behind. In one final act of generosity, Donald designated $500,000 from his estate to support the organization he helped build from the ground up. In the months leading up to his passing, Donald invited us into his Palm Springs home to reflect on his life’s work.
His blue eyes sparkled with wisdom and warmth as he shared the story of how eight individuals, propelled by love and outrage during the early days of the AIDS crisis, simply asked, “How can we help?” “We had no idea what we were doing,” he recalled. “All we knew was that people needed care. And we had to do something.” Back then, stigma silenced conversations, and fear kept many from even acknowledging the epidemic. But Donald and his peers moved forward anyway, offering hospice care and dignity when medical answers were few. What started as a grassroots response soon blossomed into one of the nation’s most respected health care organizations, thanks in part to the community’s embrace — and to the passion of leaders like Donald. One small moment still stood out to him decades later: A man walking into the fledgling organization’s office and quietly donating $100. “We thought, ‘Wow, we’re really doing something. The community is responding.’ That moment meant everything.” For Donald, progress wasn’t measured only in the growth of buildings or programs, but in the shift from fear to hope. “When Steve Chase came on as a donor and advocate, we moved from a tiny space on Belardo to Vella Road. That’s when we knew — this was becoming something big.” Through the years, Donald remained deeply connected to the mission. His home was filled with mementos and memories, not least of which included a second desk in his office that once belonged to Geoffrey, his late partner of 27 years. Even in grief, Donald radiated joy and purpose, hosting dinner parties and reflecting with pride on the legacy he helped shape. Today, we honor Donald Beck not just as a cofounder, but as a visionary whose generosity endures. His planned gift ensures DAP Health can continue caring for the most vulnerable, just as he once did. We are profoundly grateful for Donald’s life and final gift, which reflects the same compassion and commitment that defined his journey. His story is a reminder that anyone — at any stage of life — can leave a lasting mark on the future of health care. To learn more about including DAP Health in your estate plans, please contact Director of Individual Giving and Donor Relations Matt Swearman at MSwearman@DAPHealth.org. Thank you.
40 Years of Compassionate, Culturally Competent Care DAP Health marked four decades of community service in 2024, and there was so much to celebrate as lessons learned continue to pave the way toward the future. Throughout 2024, the year of its 40th anniversary, DAP Health reflected on its origins, challenges, and progress. Founded in 1984 as Desert AIDS Project during the international health crisis, the nonprofit emerged as a vital source of support in the Coachella Valley when many turned away from those affected by the disease. Early Days: A Response to Crisis In the early 1980s, HIV/AIDS was a mysterious and deadly epidemic primarily affecting gay and bisexual men. Amid widespread fear and stigma, Palm Springs locals George Sonsel, Donald Beck, RN Kathleen McCauley, Ron Christenson, Dr. Bruce Lloyd, and others founded the Community Counseling & Consultation Center Inc., which later became D.A.P. During the crisis, the community was divided, and compassion was scarce. Many people with HIV/AIDS were ostracized, even by their families. Kevin Bass, now DAP Health’s board of directors co-vice chair, recalls seeing coworkers wearing long-sleeved shirts in summer to hide Kaposi’s sarcoma lesions. Hospitals isolated AIDS patients, and families often disowned their sick relatives.
DAP Health CEO David Brinkman and Board of Directors Chair Patrick Jordan ride in the Greater Palm Springs Pride Parade in November 2024.
Despite limited medical knowledge and the lack of treatments, D.A.P. focused on holistic care — offering nutrition support, emotional counseling, and dignity to those affected.
Steve Chase, a world-renowned interior designer and D.A.P. board member, played a crucial role in expanding fundraising efforts. His events raised millions, and after his death in 1994, the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards continued his legacy, celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2024.
Building Support and Overcoming Stigma
Expanding Medical Care and Services
D.A.P. initially struggled against discrimination. Many locals feared being associated with AIDS, and businesses worried about damaging Palm Springs’ reputation. Even fundraising was difficult, with some donors rejecting their appeals.
By the early 1990s, medical advancements led to better treatments, including protease inhibitors in 1995, which significantly reduced AIDS-related deaths. D.A.P. continued expanding its services, opening a satellite office in Indio in 1994 and its main Palm Springs campus in 1999.
A turning point came in the late 1980s when Riverside County Supervisor Patricia “Corky” Larson lent her name to D.A.P.’s cause, providing credibility. In 1988, the nonprofit hosted its first major fundraiser, the Ace AIDS Tennis Tournament, followed by its first AIDS Walk in 1989. These events drew high-profile supporters, including actor Kirk Douglas and former President Gerald Ford.
David Brinkman became CEO in 2006, leading efforts to broaden services beyond HIV care. Landmark achievements under his leadership have included the creation of onsite affording housing complex Vista Sunrise (for people living with HIV) on the Sunrise campus in Palm Springs, the first adult HIV specialty
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1984
Desert AIDS Project (D.A.P.) is founded in response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the Coachella Valley.
dental clinic in Riverside County, an official visit to the White House to celebrate the pioneering Get Tested Coachella Valley initiative, and the establishment of a sexual wellness clinic in Indio (eradicating barriers to accessing free STI testing and treatment in the Eastern Coachella Valley), and the 2024 unveiling of second onsite affordable housing complex Vista Sunrise II (for unhoused individuals and those suffering from chronic illness) on the Sunrise campus. Adapting to Changing Health Needs DAP Health has continued to evolve to meet broader community needs. During the COVID-19 pandemic and mpox outbreak, it provided testing and vaccinations. In 2023, it acquired Borrego Health, adding family medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, and more to its offerings. Today, by operating 25 fixed locations, eight mobile units, and one Sprinter van throughout San Diego and Riverside counties, DAP Health continues its mission of health equity and compassionate care. From its humble beginnings to becoming a model for inclusive health care, DAP Health remains a symbol of resilience, proving that a community united by compassion can overcome even the toughest challenges.
1990
Borrego Community Health Foundation (BCHF) is incorporated to operate Borrego Medical Clinic in Borrego Springs.
1994
D.A.P. opens a satellite office in Indio to serve underserved communities. Steve Chase, a D.A.P. board member, passes away from AIDS. First Annual Steven Chase Humanitarian Awards are held in honor of their namesake.
2001
D.A.P. establishes a food depot to support clients with nutritional challenges.
2005
Borrego Health acquires Julian Medical Clinic and Santa Rosa Del Valle clinics.
2007
Vista Sunrise Apartments are built to provide affordable housing for D.A.P. clients.
2012
D.A.P. establishes a cancer care center and Borrego Health opens a specialty clinic.
2014
D.A.P. launches Get Tested Coachella Valley and Borrego Health opens new clinics.
2016
D.A.P. establishes the Hepatitis Center of Excellence.
2021
D.A.P. becomes DAP Health to better reflect its expanded mission.
2024
DAP Health celebrates its 40th anniversary.
1985
D.A.P. initiates its own HIV/AIDS testing program upon FDA approving the first test to detect HIV antibodies in blood.
1992
Steve Chase chairs D.A.P. benefit event “Heartstrings: An Event in 3 Acts.” Disco Queen Thelma Houston performs.
1999
D.A.P. moves to a larger facility in Palm Springs.
2004
Borrego Health begins a decade-long expansion to provide financial stability.
2006
Borrego Health acquires Centro Medico Cathedral City and Centro Medico El Cajon.
2008
D.A.P. opens the first adult, HIV-specialty dental clinic in Riverside County.
2013
Borrego Health expands its services in Escondido and Desert Hot Springs.
2015
D.A.P. launches THE DOCK, a walk-in clinic for HIV and STI testing.
2020
D.A.P. launches VISION 2020 and opens a COVID-19 clinic.
2023
DAP Health acquires Borrego Health, creating a larger integrated health care system.
Understanding DAP Health: From Our Roots to Our Reach What is DAP Health? Since 1984, DAP Health has remained committed to its founding principles based on equitable access to health care. Guided by the voices and needs of the diverse communities it serves, the nonprofit has protected and expanded access to quality programs and services for people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, orientations, and socioeconomic statuses. What are DAP Health’s vision and mission? Vision: DAP Health envisions a world where every person achieves their full potential. Mission: DAP Health provides comprehensive health care and support services where all people are seen, heard, and affirmed. What does DAP stand for? DAP is not an acronym. It stands for health equity, for service to all people, and for high-quality, patientcentered care. It is pronounced Dee-ay-PEE. It does NOT rhyme with words like nap or map.
Why does DAP Health focus on culturally competent care? That focus leads to better health outcomes. Culturally competent health care refers to the ability of clinicians and institutions to deliver services that are respectful of and responsive to the cultural and linguistic needs of diverse patient populations. It involves understanding and addressing the unique cultural factors that influence patients’ health beliefs, practices, and behaviors. Why is the patient’s experience important at DAP Health? DAP Health puts its patients’ individual needs first as an acknowledgment that each person requires customized communication and care to ensure comfort and ease along their health care journey, and to improve health outcomes. What are social drivers of health, and why are they important to DAP Health? Social drivers of health, AKA social determinants of health (SDOH), are the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, worship, work, play, and age that affect their health outcomes. These factors influence a wide range of health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes and risks. Some key SDOH include economic stability, education (language, literacy, access to higher learning), social and community context (discrimination, incarceration), and environment (housing, food, transportation, safety). What medical services does DAP Health provide? DAP Health ensures access to care by removing barriers and offering a sliding scale fee for income-qualified individuals who are uninsured. It addresses urgent needs, providing a foundation for patients to achieve positive health outcomes. Medical services include dentistry, family medicine, gender health and wellness, HIV care, infectious disease care, LGBTQ+ care, mental health care, pediatrics, pharmacy services, primary care, recovery services, sexual wellness services (HIV testing, STI testing and treatment, PrEP and PEP for the prevention of HIV, DoxyPEP for the prevention of STIs, pregnancy testing, and birth control consultations — all free or at low cost), urgent care, and women’s health, including OB-GYN. What social service programs does DAP Health provide to eligible patients? A total of 141 units of onsite affordable housing (81 units for people with HIV/AIDS at Vista Sunrise I, and 60 units for unhoused individuals and those suffering from chronic illness at Vista Sunrise II) at its Sunrise
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campus in Palm Springs, case management, home care, social support groups, employment assistance, food assistance, and transportation assistance. How many locations does DAP Health have? A total of 25 fixed locations, eight mobile units, and one Sprinter van. In which communities does DAP Health serve? DAP Health’s reach extends across 240 urban and rural zip codes in Riverside and San Diego counties, from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast. Just some of the Southern California cities served include Anza, Borrego Springs, Cathedral City, Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, El Cajon, Escondido, Indio, La Mesa, Nuevo, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, San Jacinto, Thermal, and Vista. In what languages does DAP Health serve? Employees deliver direct care in English, Spanish, Arabic,
and Farsi. They procure translation services for other languages, as needed. What is Revivals? Revivals is DAP Health’s own brand of resale shops. Staffed primarily by dedicated volunteers, 100% of the profits from all four locations (Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, and Indio) goes directly back to fund the organization’s programs and services. Revivals’ slogan is “Re-love the pre-loved.” How does fundraising play a role in health care? DAP Health relies on major donors, fundraising events (October’s Health Equity Walk, March’s The Chase gala, and April’s Dining Out For Life), and grants to fund medical and social services for the 8,400 uninsured patients and 75,000 low-income patients it serves.
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A Year of Growth, Service & Impact DAP Health is an internationally renowned humanitarian health care organization and community health center (CHC) whose goal is to protect and expand health care access for all people — especially the disenfranchised — regardless of who or where they are, their health status, or whether they have health insurance. In 2024, the nonprofit continued the work of integrating the Borrego Health system (which it acquired in 2023) while its combined 950 employees continued to serve nearly 88,000 patients of all ages, genders, ethnicities, orientations, and socioeconomic statuses at 25 fixed locations,
87,904
13,480
5,787
187,216
22,552
17,656
patients
medical clinic visits
20,618
dental visits
10,112
mental health visits
sexual wellness visits immunizations
1,194
COVID-19 vaccines
eight mobile units, and one Sprinter van from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast. For years, DAP Health’s programs and services had included primary care, infectious diseases, gender health and wellness, LGBTQ+ care, mental health, dentistry, harm reduction, recovery services, affordable housing, social services, and STI and HIV prevention, testing, and treatment. The additional disciplines now under its vast umbrella include family medicine, women’s health (including OB-GYN), pediatrics, geriatrics, urgent care, and pharmacy services.
flu vaccines
colorectal cancer screenings
2,726
health education event attendees
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OB-GYN and Pediatrics: Women and Children First DAP Health prides itself on delivering compassionate, whole-person OB-GYN and pediatric care tailored to every stage of life. Women receive comprehensive prenatal services from experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, and midwives — plus ongoing support after delivery.
By fostering long-term relationships between patients and providers, DAP Health empowers families with consistent, personalized care that supports lifelong wellness for children, parents, and growing families in our diverse communities.
Pediatric care includes newborn visits, well-child checkups, immunizations, physicals, and management of both routine and complex health needs.
12,481
OB-GYN visits
30,060
pediatric visits
2,276
breast cancer screenings
5,155
cervical cancer screenings
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HIV Care: A Legacy of Leadership and Lifesaving Support Since the earliest days of the HIV epidemic, DAP Health has been at the forefront of compassionate, comprehensive care for people living with HIV. What began as an urgent community response has evolved into a national model for inclusive, patient-centered health care that affirms dignity and delivers results. Today, DAP Health continues to lead in the fight against HIV by ensuring that those newly diagnosed receive immediate care, and that long-term survivors — many aging with the virus — have access to the support and specialty care they deserve.
376
96%
244
3,044
Rapid StART visits delivered
patients newly diagnosed with HIV (or reconnected to care) started treatment immediately
linked to care without delay
patients received ongoing HIV care
Sexual Health & HIV Prevention DAP Health delivers free, judgment-free sexual health care — including HIV testing, STI testing and treatment, PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP — at dedicated clinics in Palm Springs (Sunrise campus’ Orange Clinic), Cathedral City (Stonewall Medical Center), and Indio. In 2024, DAP Health’s three clinics served 4,841 patients, with services also delivered across California via mobile and mail-order programs.
4,726
HIV-negative patients took PrEP
8,211
received mailorder PrEP
76
switched to injectable PrEP (Apretude)
81
patients received PEP
Additional Sexual Health Services: • Pregnancy testing • Birth control consultations • JYNNEOS vaccine to prevent mpox
35,565
free HIV tests
847
mobile HIV tests
520
free HIV selftest kits
20,880 hepatitis C tests
9,685
hepatitis B tests
2,266
individuals treated for an STI
LGBTQ+ Care: At the Heart of Who We Are DAP Health was founded in response to a public health crisis that devastated the LGBTQ+ community — and our commitment has never wavered. For four decades, we’ve provided culturally competent, comprehensive, and judgment-free care for queer and gender-diverse people across Southern California. In a time when access to affirming care is under attack in many parts of the country, LGBTQ+ individuals are relocating to Southern California in search of the safety, dignity, and specialized care DAP Health provides. We’re proud to be a trusted destination for those seeking a better, more accepting place to live and thrive. From primary care to sexual health (including HIV care and prevention), mental health, gender health and wellness, and social support, DAP Health continues to lead with compassion and purpose — no matter a person’s identity, insurance status, or ability to pay. In 2024, DAP Health led the charge with:
7,765 LGBTQ+ patients
606
patients receiving gender health and wellness care
2,694
unique gender health and wellness appointments
536
patients referred for genderaffirming surgery
From the San Diego coast to the Coachella Valley, DAP Health is building a future where every LGBTQ+ person feels seen, supported, and safe—no matter which of our locations they visit.
Affordable housing complex Vista Sunrise II, opened in fall of 2024 on DAP Health’s Sunrise campus.
Social Services: Whole-Person Care
Housing is Health Care
At DAP Health, we know that access to care is only one piece of the puzzle. A person’s health is deeply shaped by the conditions in which they live — their ability to afford food, secure housing, access transportation, and feel supported. These are known as social drivers of health (SDOH), and addressing them is core to our mission.
Access to safe and stable housing improves physical and mental health outcomes — especially for those living with chronic conditions.
For 40 years, DAP Health has been recognized for its holistic, patient-first model — where wraparound services like housing, food, transportation, and community support are treated as essential to health. In addition to traditional care, we provide access to massage, yoga, meditation, and more — because healing happens in many forms.
1,884
clients served through social services
786
Ryan Whiteeligible clients received food vouchers
615
received transportation assistance (gas cards, ride shares, or public transit passes)
1,146
bags of shelf-stable groceries distributed
385
534
people received housing support
81
residents live at Vista Sunrise I (supportive housing for people with HIV/AIDS)
people participated in monthly support groups, on average
236
clients engaged in monthly return-towork services
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60
residents live at Vista Sunrise II (supportive housing for unhoused individuals or those with chronic illness)
71
high-acuity clients received home- and communitybased health services through the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program
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Revivals Thrift Stores: A Community Treasure Supporting DAP Health In the heart of the Coachella Valley, Revivals Thrift Stores — which celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2025 — have become more than just a bargain shopping destination. They’re a lifeline for the community. Owned and operated by DAP Health, this award-winning chain of resale shops (perennially voted best in its class in many local competitions) has grown into a fan favorite, providing affordable fashion, home goods, and even brand-new furniture through its exclusive Mode line. With four thriving locations — Palm Springs, Indio, Palm Desert, and Cathedral City — Revivals is not only a haven for bargain hunters but also a powerhouse of support, generating over $1 million annually for DAP Health’s critical programs and services. Powered by 500 Dedicated Volunteers What makes Revivals truly special is the people behind it. The stores are powered by an incredible team of some 500 volunteers, many of whom donate their time to sort, organize, and sell thousands of gently used and new items every day. Their dedication ensures that every dollar of profit at Revivals directly benefits DAP Health, an organization committed to providing comprehensive medical and mental health services to every member of the diverse communities it serves. For many volunteers, working at Revivals is more than just a way to give back — it’s a rewarding experience that fosters friendships and a deep sense of purpose. Whether they are retirees looking to stay active or local residents passionate about community service, these volunteers are the heart and soul of Revivals, creating a warm and welcoming shopping environment. A Haven in a Shaky Economy In today’s uncertain economic climate, Revivals serves as a refuge for shoppers looking to stretch their budgets. With inflation impacting everything from groceries to rent, more people are turning to thrift stores as a smart and sustainable way to shop. At Revivals, customers can find high-quality clothing, furniture, and home décor at prices far below first-run retail. From designer-label clothing at a fraction of the cost to one-of-a-kind vintage collectible and jewelry finds, Revivals offers an ever-changing inventory that keeps
customers coming back for more. And unlike traditional thrift stores, where selections can be hit or miss, Revivals takes pride in offering well-curated items that are stylish, functional, and in excellent condition. Mode: New Furniture at Thrift Store Prices For those who prefer brand-new furniture but still love a deal, Revivals offers Mode, its very own furniture brand. Mode brings modern, stylish furniture at affordable prices, allowing shoppers to furnish their homes without breaking the bank. Whether it’s a sleek new sofa, a chic dining table, or elegant bedroom sets, Mode provides contemporary pieces that reflect the latest design trends. This unique blend of secondhand treasures and new, high-quality furniture makes Revivals a one-stop shopping destination for locals and visitors alike, including many a wise interior designer. Whether you’re decorating on a budget, hunting for a vintage gem, or simply looking for an ethical way to shop, Revivals offers something for everyone. More Than a Store — A Community Legacy Revivals Thrift Stores are more than just places to shop; they are a symbol of community strength, resilience, and generosity. By supporting Revivals, shoppers contribute to a larger mission — helping DAP Health provide vital medical care to those in need. In a world where every dollar counts, Revivals proves that shopping with purpose can be both rewarding and life-changing. Whether you’re a bargain hunter, a volunteer, or a supporter of community health, Revivals welcomes you with open arms — and unbeatable deals. Because where you shop matters
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Photo by Albert Angelo
A Home That Heals: DAP Health Opens Landmark Housing for Lasting Wellness With the help of cherished friends, DAP Health formally unveils its second on-campus affordable housing complex, Palm Springs’ Vista Sunrise II. On the radiant and warm desert morning of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, more than 100 like-minded community members gathered for a significant milestone: the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of Vista Sunrise II, the second onsite affordable housing complex on DAP Health’s Sunrise campus. (In case you’re wondering, the first — Vista Sunrise — was completed in 2007 to house people living with HIV/AIDS.) Under a clear blue sky, DAP Health employees, donors, and board members; Vista Sunrise II residents; members of the local TV, print, and online media; and sundry elected officials celebrated alongside representatives from the two organizations with which DAP Health closely partnered in bringing this much-needed resource to life: Desert Care Network (which advanced $2.5 million toward the endeavor) and developer the Coachella Valley Housing Coalition. The moving event signified the culmination of years of planning, collaboration, and dedication to supporting some of the Coachella Valley’s most vulnerable.
Remembering Annette Bloch It must be said that one incredible individual who was unfortunately absent — the late, great DAP Health benefactor Annette Bloch — was on many people’s mind that day. Bloch, who died of complications from cancer in 2021, had already given millions to DAP Health when, in 2016, she donated $3 million more toward the nonprofit’s purchase of the former Riverside County Health Building that lies adjacent to the Barbara Keller LOVE Building on campus. Renamed the Annette Bloch CARE Building, it now houses multiple clinics and lies between the LOVE Building and Vista Sunrise II. In 2022, Bloch’s daughter Linda Lyon, who serves as executive director of the Richard and Annette Bloch Family Foundation, pledged $1 million to DAP Health’s Vision Forward Campaign and the campus’ affordable housing expansion.
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Housing is Health Care Vista Sunrise II — fully occupied, with residents having begun to move in last June — is more than just a housing complex. It represents hope and opportunity for its inhabitants. With 30 units dedicated to rapid rehousing for individuals experiencing homelessness, and another 30 reserved for those with chronic illnesses and/or low incomes, the project provides much-needed stability. A property manager lives on site in the 61st unit, and a case manager maintains an office on the first floor. Best of all, access to primary and behavioral health care — as well as to social services such as food and transportation assistance — are mere steps away on DAP Health’s Sunrise campus at the intersection of Vista Chino and North Sunrise Way. A Stage Meant For Sharing The event kicked off at 9:30 a.m. with a warm welcome from DAP Health CEO David Brinkman. He set the tone for the ceremony, highlighting the importance of housing as a fundamental aspect of health care, and expressing gratitude to all those involved in making Vista Sunrise II a reality. “Each time we get to provide someone with a set of keys to their new home we provide economic stability,” he said. “Access to affordable housing is one of the most cost-effective strategies for reducing poverty.” Giving credit to architect Maria Song and her team at Interactive Design Corporation for the elegant and elevated complex designed in the international style with a slight art deco influence, Brinkman highlighted special features of Vista Sunrise II, such as its open courtyard, rooftop viewing deck, and various corridor balconies. All 61 units, powered by solar panels, are also GreenPoint Rated. Each features Energy Star Rated appliances, including heat and air conditioners, and blinds. To top it all off, residents have access to the 1,600-squarefoot David Gluckstein Celebration Kitchen, named after major donor Hardy Bassington’s late husband. Doubling as a community room, it’s equipped with a demonstration kitchen where residents can participate in the preparation of healthy food, or gather for games and other social activities. Speaking on behalf of Desert Care Network and Tenet Healthcare, Chief Strategy Officer Linda Evans said, “[We] are so proud to contribute $2.5 million to the Vista Sunrise II project. That’s because we know how important a stable home can be when a patient of ours
must recover from an accident or illness. We see the impact of homelessness every day in the trauma centers at our three hospitals — Desert Regional in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial in Indio, and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. “We are the first stop in providing lifesaving care when someone faces a trauma. But we also know that we cannot save lives alone. So much of the care we need as individuals happens outside the walls of our hospitals. Health care happens in places like Vista Sunrise II, which provides the security and comfort of a home and a host of wraparound health care services to help people recover and stay healthy. All of this is right here [at DAP Health].” One Resident’s Story One of the morning’s most poignant moments came when Sean Johnson, one of the first residents to move into Vista Sunrise II, took the stage. He spoke from the heart, his words resonating deeply with the audience. “Every time I walk through the door of my beautiful studio apartment, furnished by [DAP Health’s own chain of resale stores] Revivals, I’m overwhelmed by a sense of gratitude,” he said, confiding he’s a bisexual man living with HIV who was once intermittently unhoused, both before and after becoming a patient and client at DAP Health. “To say that taking care of myself and living my best life without the comfort of a stable roof over my head was a challenge is an understatement… . I’m here as living proof that housing is health care, for which I will always be eternally grateful.” To wrap up the proceedings, Coachella Valley Housing Coalition Executive Director and CEO Pedro S.G. Rodriguez followed with remarks about the significance of affordable housing in addressing both homelessness and chronic illness in the region. By 10:00 a.m., the ceremony reached its peak with the actual cutting of the ribbon as Brinkman, Evans, Bassington, and Rodriguez jointly held the giant scissors. As guests stayed behind to chat or tour the kitchen and grounds, the sense of accomplishment and optimism was palpable. The special event was not just a consecration of a new building but a celebration of one community’s commitment to ensuring that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, has access to safe housing and the best possible life they deserve. Housing is health care, indeed.
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Mobile Health: Care That Goes Where It’s Needed Most From remote farms to schoolyards, DAP Health’s fleet of eight mobile medical and dental units, plus one Sprinter van, brings compassionate, high-quality care directly to people who might otherwise go without — breaking down barriers related to distance, income, language, and access.
3,922
mobile health visits
3,288
patients served — 3,003 were brandnew to DAP Health
675
vaccines administered to children, teens, and adults
362
patients vaccinated through mobile outreach
99
mobile clinic events held across California
251
health education sessions delivered
439
patients connected to long-term care at fixed DAP Health locations
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Harm Reduction: Saving Lives with Compassion and Care DAP Health’s harm reduction work is rooted in one belief: Everyone deserves safety, respect, and access to care — no matter where they are in their journey. Our team meets people where they are — without judgment — to reduce the negative consequences of drug use and connect individuals to health services, peer support, and lifesaving tools. From free HIV and hep C testing to overdose reversal and referrals to care, harm reduction at DAP Health is both a public health strategy and a movement for social justice. Services Offered Throughout the Coachella Valley: • Free HIV & hepatitis C testing • Clean syringes and safer-use supplies • Safer-sex kits (condoms, lube) • Fentanyl and xylazine test strips • Naloxone/Narcan for overdose reversal • Referrals to care, including: • Peer and early intervention support • Medication-assisted treatment • STI testing, PrEP, & PEP • Food, housing, insurance, and social services
7,813
individuals served
1,557
pounds of syringes collected
DAP Health’s free harm reduction vending machine at Hunters Nightclub on Arenas Road in Palm Springs. Page 21 | 2024 IMPACT REPORT
524
referrals made to recovery programs, mental health care, and primary care
728
overdoses reversed with naloxone/ Narcan
Building the Future of Health, Together DAP Health’s Strategic Plan: 2025–2028 In its 40th year, DAP Health asked the people who matter most — patients, employees, donors, volunteers, elected leaders, and community partners — what the future of care should look like. Their input shaped a bold new strategic direction rooted not in rapid expansion, but in deep optimization: doing more with what we have to better serve the people who rely on us most. This four-year plan prioritizes health equity, employee well-being, patient experience, and sustainable partnerships — ensuring that by 2028, DAP Health will be delivering the best care possible to the greatest number of people possible.
The four priorities are #1. Advance Health Equity, #2. Care for Employees, #3. Patient and Client Experience, and #4. Resources and Partnerships. From 2025 to 2028 Priority #1: Advance Health Equity We want to create the widest safety net possible. Goal 1: Study barriers to care in vulnerable populations. Design programs/services that remove those barriers. Goal 2: Expand the availability of high-quality, comprehensive services. Goal 3: Improve cultural competency to better serve members of diverse communities. Priority #2: Care for Employees We want every team member to love where and how they work.
2 4 1 3 Priority #3: Patient and Client Experience We want our patients and clients to get the best care and support. Priority #4: Resources Priority #2: and Partnerships Care for Employees We want every team We want to collaborate with member to love where like-minded organizations and how they work. and individuals.
Priority #1: Advance Health Equity We want to create the widest safety net possible.
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Goal 1: Enhance workplace excellence — physically, systemically, equitably — to retain and attract the very best professional team members the industry has to offer. Goal 2: Create a culture of collaboration and compassion that supports the achievement and advancement of all team members. Priority #3: Patient and Client Experience We want our patients and clients to get the best care and support. Goal 1: Achieve consistent, industry-best customer service (both administratively and clinically) across the board, where every patient feels seen, heard, and affirmed. Goal 2: Develop welcoming, efficient, and comfortable physical environments that reflect the industry’s best. Priority #4: Resources and Partnerships We want to collaborate with like-minded organizations and individuals. We can’t achieve our vision alone. Goal 1: Diversify and grow financial resources and partnerships to ensure long-term sustainability. Goal 2: Advance policy and advocacy efforts to serve populations especially vulnerable to poor health outcomes.
The Impact Hour: Experience Our Mission Through real, personal journeys of healing and growth, discover how DAP Health’s mission is making an impact and helping individuals reclaim their lives and thrive. Having read this 2024 Impact Report, are you still curious about the lifesaving programs and services DAP Health offers each and every member of the various communities it serves, from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast? If so, then don’t miss an exclusive opportunity to tour the nonprofit’s cutting-edge facility. What to Expect A guided, behind-the-scenes look at DAP Health’s state-of-the-art medical and wellness center at its Sunrise campus in Palm Springs. You’ll not only discover how the agency makes a lasting impact on the lives it touches by hearing firsthand accounts from patients and staff members, but you’ll network with fellow community members who share your passions. The tour is divided into three stops, each of which features a patient storyteller who has benefited from DAP Health’s services related to that stop. Stop One: Mental Health Our Core Value DAP Health believes in the integration of mental and physical health, where the whole person is treated. Mental health is critical to overall well-being. Issues such as anxiety, depression, and addiction ripple out, impacting individuals, families, and communities. Our Current Challenge Existing services — including psychotherapy and medication management — are at capacity. Our Need We are recruiting culturally competent mental health professionals to support the ever-increasing demand for integrated care and referrals. Our Vision We envision a future where mental health providers partner with medical clinicians to offer real-time screenings, targeted interventions, and referrals for ongoing care.
Stop Two: Women’s Health Our Core Value DAP Health believes all women deserve and need compassionate, high-quality care at every stage of life. Our Current Challenge DAP Health currently serves 36,000 women, but high demand and limited availability of OB-GYN professionals translate to wait times of up to three months for appointments, leading to delayed care. Our Need We are seeking funding support to expand women’s health services, specifically OB-GYN care. Our Vision A new women’s health clinic will open at DAP Health’s Sunrise campus in early 2027 to remove barriers to care and increase access for all women to additional support, including social services, pharmacy, mental health, dental care, and more. Stop Three: LGBTQ+ Care and HIV Specialty Care Our Core Value DAP Health has been a leader in providing culturally competent, compassionate care for the LGBTQ+ community for more than 40 years. Our commitment is rooted in respect, representation, and health equity — because everyone deserves care that reflects who they are. Since the early days of the epidemic, DAP Health has led the fight against HIV by delivering expert medical care, prevention services, and support to people living with and affected by HIV. Today, we continue that legacy with stigma-free, patient-centered care for every stage of life. Our Current Challenge Many clinicians at other local institutions are not equipped to address the unique challenges posed by these populations. DAP Health therefore must fill the gap.
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Our Need We are seeking funding support to continue providing lifesaving care, especially for more than a quarter of our patients who are uninsured and have no payment options. Our Vision Support from new and current donors will bridge the gap between reimbursement and the full cost of services.
Come be part of DAP Health’s mission to protect and expand health care access for everyone. Availability is limited, so please RSVP with Donor Relations Manager Chas Kidder at 760.656.8479 or CKidder@DAPHealth.org. To learn more about DAP Health, please visit DAPHealth.org.
DAP Health is Health Care because you care.
If you supported DAP Health in 2024, this is your impact too! Partners for Life Partners Forever Women of Impact Capital Campaign Health Equity Walk Dining Out For Life
Impact Hour Pledge Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards Volunteering Shopping or Donating at Revivals
Every step you took, every hour you gave, every dollar you invested—it all added up to something extraordinary. Because of you, DAP Health provided compassionate, culturally competent care to tens of thousands of people, many of whom have nowhere else to turn.
You are not just a supporter. You are a catalyst for change. If you haven’t joined this powerful movement yet, now is the time. Partner with us to build a future where everyone—regardless of who they are or where they come from—has access to the care they deserve.
Join us. Your impact starts here. Visit DAPHealth.org to learn more.
Financial News More than 80% of all DAP Health revenue is spent on the delivery of services to our patients and clients.
How We Earned Our Revenue Through June 30, 2024
How We Spent Our Revenue Through June 30, 2024
Grants 8% 16% Ryan White Grants 84% HRSA/FQHC Grants
Clinic Services 43%
Fundraising 2%
Revivals 3%
Revivals 3%
Medical/Pharmacy 39%
Patient/Client Care 87%
Administrative 10%
Fundraising 1%
Client Services 4%
DAP Health’s financial position is stable, allowing it to provide medical and support services to its patients and clients. Revenues are generated through medical fees, 340B drug discounts, grants, and donations. Through the generous work of its tireless volunteers, its four Revivals stores are able to generate a net surplus. That contribution serves to cover services that are not grant-funded, not billable to insurance, and not covered by another source. As a community health center, DAP Health provides service to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay. Page 28 | 2024 IMPACT REPORT
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Anza Community Health Center 58581 U.S. Highway 371, Suites F-G-H, Anza Borrego Medical Center • 4343 Yaqui Pass Road, Borrego Springs Centro Medico Cathedral City 69-175 Ramon Road, Suite D-4, Cathedral City Centro Medico Cathedral City • 69-185 Ramon Road, Cathedral City Centro Medico Cathedral City General Dentistry 69-195 Ramon Road, Suite C-3, Cathedral City Centro Medico Coachella • 55497 Van Buren Street, Thermal Centro Medico El Cajon • 133 West Main St Suite 100, El Cajon Centro Medico El Cajon • 155 West Main St Suite 100, El Cajon Centro Medico Escondido 1111 East Washington Avenue, Suites A-B-G, Escondido Centro Medico Escondido • 1121 East Washington Avenue, Escondido Centro Medico Oasis • 88775 Avenue 76, Suite 1, Thermal Coachella Valley Community Health Center 49869 Calhoun Street, Floor 1, Coachella COD Student Health Center • 43500 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert DAP Health Sunrise • 1695 North Sunrise Way, Palm Springs DAP Health Sexual Wellness Services 81-719 Dr. Carreon Boulevard, Suite D1, Indio Desert Hot Springs Community Health Center Main Campus 66675 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs Desert Hot Springs Health and Wellness (Dental) 11750 Cholla Drive, Suite B, Desert Hot Springs Jay Hoffman Health Center • 29490 Lakeview Avenue, Nuevo Palm Springs Family Health 1100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suites 104-106, Palm Springs Revivals Thrift Store • 611 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs Revivals Thrift Store • 68401 CA-111, Cathedral City Revivals Thrift Store • 72885 CA-111, Palm Desert Revivals Thrift Store • 82-150 CA-111, Indio San Jacinto Health Center • 651 North State Street, San Jacinto Specialty Care Center • 12520 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs Stonewall Medical Center 68555 Ramon Road, Suites 101-103-104-105, Cathedral City Woolcott Dental Clinic 590 Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 212, Borrego Springs
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From the Salton Sea to San Diego, there is now a DAP Health clinic near you, ready to provide equitable access to health care.
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LEGEND DAP Health clinic Revivals Thrift Store
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Our Grantors Federal Partners
Direct Relief
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
Estée Lauder Companies
HIV/AIDS Bureau (HAB)
Fogelson Family Foundation
Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program
Gilead Sciences
State, County, and Local Support
Houston Family Foundation
California Department of Health Care Services California Department of Public Health
LabCorp Charitable Foundation MAC AIDS Fund Martin-Crowley Foundation
City of Palm Desert
PhRMA
City of Palm Springs
Regional Access Project (RAP) Foundation
Riverside County
San Diego State University
Riverside County Board of Supervisors
Shanahan Family Foundation
San Bernardino County
Union Bank
Foundation & Philanthropic Support
Walgreens
AIDS United
Weingart Foundation
American Cancer Society
Wells Fargo
Anderson Children’s Foundation
National & Regional Collaborators
Auen Foundation
California Primary Care Association (CPCA)
Bagne Family Foundation
CHAISR Collaborative
Bank of America
Health Center Partners of Southern California
Borrego Valley Endowment Fund
Loma Linda University
Broadway Cares
National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO)
Delta Dental Community Care Foundation Desert Healthcare District & Foundation
SURE Housing Initiative
Our Leadership 2024 Board of Directors
Executive Leadership Team
Patrick Jordan, Chair Kevin Bass, Co-Vice Chair Eve E. Fromberg-Edelstein, Esq., Co-Vice Chair Fred Drewette, Treasurer Mark Hamilton, Secretary
David Brinkman, MBA, Chief Executive Officer Dr. Joe Aquilina, Chief Medical Officer Dana Erwin, Chief Compliance Officer Sheri Saenz, Chief People & Places Officer Judy Stith, Chief Administrative Officer C.J. Tobe, MA, Chief Transformation Officer Corina Velasquez, Chief Operating Officer
Board Members Mark Adams Carolyn Caldwell Frank Figueroa, Ed.D. Bruce W. Finch Scot Karp Karyl E. Ketchum, Ph.D. Veronica Valenzuela Williams, MBA, MSN, PHN, RNC-OB, RN
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Vision: DAP Health envisions a world where every person achieves their full potential. Mission: DAP Health provides comprehensive health care and support services where all people are seen, heard, and affirmed.
Visión: DAP Health visualiza un mundo donde cada persona alcance su máximo potencial. Misión: DAP Health brinda atención médica integral y servicios de apoyo donde todas las personas son vistas, escuchadas y valoradas.
Because health equity matters
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