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The 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment is now available.
Health, Wholeness, and Hope — Right in Your Neighborhood
The Community Resource Center (CRC) is your one-stop hub for wellness, resources, and connection, including our ¡Vive Bien! Wellness Program.
We offer free programs, health insurance enrollment assistance, and social support to help individuals and families live their healthiest, happiest lives — all right here in Boyle Heights and surrounding communities.
Whether you’re looking to join a fitness class, learn about good nutrition, get assistance with health insurance enrollment navigation, or connect with local resources, the CRC was created for you.
¡Vive Bien! Wellness Program
Visit Us
Come by, join a class, connect with others and learn from one another, or talk with a member of our team. Together, we can build a healthier, stronger community.
Location
Medical Plaza II, Suite 1100
1700 E. Cesar E. Chavez Ave
洛杉矶, CA 90033
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Programs and Services
We offer free programs for all ages, with a special focus on older adults and families in need.
Wellness Programs
Stay active, connected, and healthy with group exercise, walking clubs, nutrition workshops, and social activities — all designed to support healthy aging.
Health Insurance Enrollment Navigation
Our specialists provide one-on-one support with Covered California, Medicare, and Medi-Cal enrollment, so you can get the care you need without the stress.
Health and Wellness Education
Join hands-on nutrition classes via cooking demonstrations and learn budget-friendly ways to prepare healthy meals for you and your family.
Food Access and Education
Prema Food Pantry is available to anyone facing food insecurity.
Food vouchers to our weekly Farmers’ Market and access to our community garden, offering sustainable farming education opportunities, are available to CRC members.
Social Services Referrals
We connect you to transportation assistance, housing resources, long-term food programs, and guidance finding trusted specialty healthcare providers.
Become a Community Resource Center Member Today!
There is no cost to become a member and the rewards are priceless.
Membership Benefits
- Complimentary parking
- Food vouchers to our Farmers’ Market
- Exclusive access to our community garden
- Early access to exclusive events
- Priority class/workshop registration
- Welcome gift for first-time members
- Personalized resources and health tips
Community Impact
Since opening our doors, we’ve helped thousands of neighbors live healthier, more connected lives:
- 3,200+ community members served
- 1,100+ people assisted with health insurance enrollment
- 500+ free classes delivered
We measure success not just in numbers, but in lives changed — reduced isolation for seniors, stronger support networks for families, and better access to care for our most vulnerable neighbors.
参与其中
Your support keeps our programs afloat and our doors open to everyone who needs these vital services.
Ways to Help
- 捐: Every gift fuels free programs, health screenings, and outreach.
- 志愿者: Lead a class, assist with events, or greet visitors at our front desk.
- Partner: Join us as a community partner to host workshops or sponsor a community-focused event.