Called to Care is committed to ending hunger and malnourishment in California. Food insecurity—specifically, lack of access to affordable, nutritious food—impacts millions of Californians and can have negative impacts on many aspects of overall well-being, including physical, mental and emotional health.
Caring for mothers and children is one hallmark of a healthy community—and a fundamental value shared by Californians.
Called to Care is committed to seeing that every Californian has access to compassionate, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services. The body and mind work together—and good mental health is central to everyone’s well-being and dignity.
Called to Care envisions every Californian facing a serious, life-limiting illness will have access to compassionate, supportive care through the end of life. We especially want to see care and resources reach communities that have too often been left behind, including communities of color, Indigenous tribes and rural communities.
Health inequity in America—including in California—has its roots in systemic racism and other forms of social injustice that are highly resistant to change. But it can change—and Called to Care is determined that it will change.
Called to Care is deeply committed to accessible, quality health care for everyone.
Called to Care believes in the dignity of all and upholding the humanity of every immigrant among us, including each person’s right to reach optimal health and well-being.
Called to Care is committed to supporting safe spaces in communities throughout California and working hard with community partners to prevent violence in all its forms, including domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual abuse, by addressing their complex social causes.
Called to Care supports collaborative, community-led efforts across California to reduce carbon emissions, build resilient communities and support healthy people living on a healthy planet.
Called to Care is committed to ending homelessness in California. We can achieve this goal through community-led initiatives to build more affordable homes; protect low-income renters and advance racial equity and economic inclusion.
Called to Care believes that every Californian, no matter where they live or their circumstances, should have access to high-quality health services. The health and well-being of all of the communities in our state are strengthened when health care is within equal reach for everyone.