Families Together of Orange County (FTOC) has officially become a fully funded Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), marking a major milestone in the organization’s more than 20-year history.
Families Together of Orange County Earns Record Six HRSA Quality Recognition Badges for 2026
Families Together of Orange County is proud to receive six HRSA Quality Recognition Badges for 2026 and to be recognized as a National Quality Leader for the second year in a row.
Christmas Together Returns to Support OC Families Hit Hard by Soaring Living Costs This Holiday Season
Families Together of Orange County is proud to bring back Christmas Together in 2025, one of the largest toy giveaway events in Orange County.
Families Together of Orange County Recognized as a National Quality Leader by HRSA for 2025
Families Together of Orange County has been recognized by HRSA as a 2025 National Quality Leader for outstanding diabetes care, placing the organization among the top-performing community health centers in the nation.
Families Together of Orange County Honors National Health Center Week and the Power of Community-Based Care
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUSTIN, Calif., August 3, 2025 – This National Health Center Week (August…
Families Together of Orange County Issues Statement on Signing of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Families Together issues statement after the signing of the Big Beautiful Bill.
Families Together Achieves Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Status, Enhancing Care for Orange County Residents
Families Together is proud to announce that it has achieved recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
Prioritizing Mental Health and Wellness: Families Together Kicks Off Year-Long Initiative to Raise Awareness About Medi-Cal Benefits, Targeting the Newly Eligible Age Group
Families Together launches year-long Medi-Cal awareness campaign for Californians.
Families Together Gearing Up To Give Away 30,000 Toys at the Largest Toy Giveaway Event in Orange County
Families Together of Orange County (FTOC) announces its 19th Annual Christmas Together, the largest toy giveaway event in Orange County, scheduled for December 10th at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Families Together of Orange County Leading the Charge in Revolutionizing Support for Domestic Abuse Victims
This Domestic Violence Awareness Month Families Together of Orange County is rolling out specialized domestic violence workshops for staff.
Covid-19 Protection And Community Support Amid Recent Surge In Cases
The CDC has approved a new COVID-19 vaccine, but persuading individuals to receive it will be difficult.
Expert Tips From Families Together For a Heat Aware Back to School Season
With the back-to-school season just around the corner amid record-breaking heat, experts at Families Together have compiled a set of recommendations for parents to help their children handle the high temperatures.
Flora Asuncion, MBA Joins Families Together as Chief Operating Officer
Families Together is pleased to announce that Flora Asuncion has joined the organization as the new COO.
Community Health Centers Preparing To Protect Vulnerable Communities After The End Of The Public Health Emergency
The Covid-19 Public Health Emergency is ending and millions are at risk of losing their Medi-Cal coverage. Here is what Families Together is doing to help.
Families Together Mobile Units Bring Healthcare Services To Hundreds Every Month
FTOC’s mobile units help extend the organization’s reach to more medically disenfranchised communities, especially the homeless population.
Take Care of Your Heart Campaign Highlights Heart Health Education in Honor of American Heart Month
Familes Together launches new campaign for American Heart Month to help educate patients on how to prevent heart disease.
Families Together Launches Music Playlist to Inspire Patients to Try Workout Routines at Home
Families Together of Orange County will begin launching monthly workout playlists to help motivate the community to exercise.
Families Together’s #NewYearNewMe Campaign Empowers Patients To Take Charge Of Their Health Care In 2023
Families Together is launching a new campaign to help patients better understand how to take charge of their health.
FTOC Holds Largest Toy Giveaway in Orange County for 2nd Year in a Row
Families Together will give away 20,000 toys at its 18th Annual Christmas Together celebration on Sunday, December 18th.
The Families Together Nutrition Hub Provides Guide To Healthy Eating
Families Together has launched a free, bilingual Nutrition Hub to help make nutrition education more accessible.
Families Together Assisting Influx in Families Seeking Mental Health Services
Families Together has seen increasing demand in mental health services and has grown its Behavioral Health department to meet the demand for services.
Families Together Launches In-House Mammogram Services in Orange County
Families Together is proud to announce that it will be one of the only community health centers in Orange County to offer mammogram services within its clinic.
Families Together Helping Patients Free Themselves of Opioid Addiction
Families Together paves the way for access to medication-assisted treatment in Orange County.
FTOC Karate Students Strike Gold
Families Together of Orange County’s karate program works to instill healthy habits at a young age. With access to a variety of health and wellness services, FTOC Karate Kids are striking gold.
Families Together Leads Orange County’s Mpox Vaccine Efforts
Families Together of Orange County leads the way in providing mpox vaccines to the Orange County community.
Families Together of Orange County Celebrates National Health Center Week
Families Together celebrates National Health Center Week.
Families Together Saving OC Residents Hundreds of Dollars in School Supplies
To help alleviate some of the financial burden that local families are facing, FTOC is giving away free school supplies for patients as part of its new back-to-school program.
Highlighting Mental Health During Men’s Health Month
Men’s mental health is vastly overlooked when considering men’s overall health. During Men’s Health Month, FTOC focuses on the stigma surrounding mental health in men.
Families Together of Orange County Opens Third Community Health Center in Fountain Valley
Families Together is proud to announce the opening of its third location in Fountain Valley.
Families Together of Orange County Honored for Work in Afghan Refugee Resettlement Program
Families Together is honored by the Orange County Board of Supervisors for its work in the Afghan Refugee Resettlement program.
Statement from Families Together Ahead of Vaccine Clinic Attack Pre-Trial
Families Together of Orange County issues a statement ahead of the Pre-Trial for the individual who attacked two vaccine clinic staff on December 30.
The Invaluable Role of Community Health Centers Throughout the Pandemic
As March marks two years since the WHO labeled Covid-19 a worldwide pandemic, Families Together reflects on the role of community health centers during the pandemic.
Families Together of Orange County and the Afghan Refugee Health Assessment Fair
Families Together of Orange County (FTOC) is pleased to have participated in the Afghan Refugee Health Assessment Fair on February 19, 2022.
How Mental Health Can Impact the Risk of Heart Disease
Families Together of Orange County is using an interdisciplinary approach to educate and treat patients about the intersection of mental health and heart health.
Families Together of Orange County Celebrates American Heart Month
FTOC is celebrating American Heart Month by shining a light on cardiovascular health and providing education to its patients and community on ways people can improve their heart health.
Medication Assisted Treatment at Community Health Centers Changing Lives in Southern California
A case study looking at the Medication Assisted Treatment program at Families Together where it has helped more than 400 people turn their life around.
FTOC Achieves 100% HRSA Site Visit Score Third Time in a Row
Families Together of Orange County (FTOC), is proud to announce its 3rd 100% HRSA Site Visit score. It is the first known health center in the region to achieve this milestone.
Families Together Responds to Announcement of Charges Against Individual Who Attacked Vaccination Site
Families Together issues a statement in response to news that charges were filed against an individual who attacked its vaccination site.
Families Together of Orange County Participates in Orange County Refugee Health Assessment Program
Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center is pleased to announce its participation in the Refugee Health Assessment Program (RHAP) in Orange County as one of five community health centers providing comprehensive health assessments for Afghan refugees.
Families Together of Orange County Community Health Center Increases Capacity Amidst Covid Surges and Obstacles in 2021
In 2021, Families Together faced many obstacles, but managed to pull together and keep increasing access to essential healthcare services. Read more in our latest release.
Families Together Responds to Attack at Vaccination Site in Tustin
Families Together of Orange County offers a response to the attack that occurred on Thursday, December 30th against its Covid vaccination team.
Christmas Together News Coverage
Families Together gifted 20,000 toys to children in the Orange County community. Several news stations stopped by to cover the event including NBC 4 and KTLA 5. Watch the news coverage here.
In the Press: 20,000 Presents Prepped for Kids Event
Families Together is featured in the Orange County register on December 9 as it preps for the biggest toy giveaway in OC, Christmas Together 2021.
Families Together Holds Largest Toy Giveaway in Orange County with Christmas Together 2021
Santa is getting some help this year from Families Together as it prepares to give away 20,000 toys at Christmas Together 2021.
Families Together and Community Come Together to Pack 20,000 Toys for Kids This Christmas
FTOC is proud to host the largest toy giveaway in OC this Christmas with its 17th Annual Christmas Together event.
Families Together Launches Revamped Gym, Jae’s Gym, for the Community
Families Together is proud to announce the opening of Jae’s Gym in Tustin, giving hundreds of low-income community members access to high-end equipment, training and classes.
Community Health Center Making Impact in Lives of Diabetic Patients
Community health centers play a vital role in managing the care of the more than 30 million Americans living with diabetes. Patients rely on CHCs to manage their diabetes with a doctor.
Families Together Introduces Fully Virtual Clinic
Families Together of Orange County, is proud to announce the expansion of its Telehealth program with the launch of its Virtual Clinic. It will increase access for thousands of Orange County residents.
Press Release: Overcoming the Barriers to Healthcare Access
Research from Families Together highlights the barriers to healthcare access in Southern California and how they were heightened during the pandemic. FTOC gives insight into how CHCs can bridge the gap.
Families Together of Orange County Hits 20,000 Vaccine Milestone
FTOC is proud to announce that it has now reached an impressive milestone of administering more than 20,000 vaccines
Families Together Discusses Vaccine Strategies
The OC Register talks to our CEO, Alexander Rossel about the changeover to Blue Shield and asks if the COVID-19 vaccine rollout will bypass the hardest-hit communities served by health clinics.
Families Together Featured on ABC 7 Eyewitness News
Following the announcement that Families Together opened up appointments for teachers, food workers, and others who fall into Phase 1B, Tier 1, ABC 7 News stopped by our vaccination clinic in Tustin.
Families Together Fights For More Vaccines and Resources to Trickle Down To Community Health Centers
In an article that ran online in the Associated Press, Families Together CEO Alexander Rossel explains how community health centers are working to make sure patients are knowledgeable about the COVID-19 shot.
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