We connect people to care, resources, and hope.
Our Mission
PKHA – People Keeping Hope Alive is a community-based organization dedicated to helping individuals and families access healthcare, social services, and essential community resources.
Our mission is to reduce barriers by providing Community Health Worker services, healthcare navigation, health education, and personalized support that connects people with the services and resources they need to improve their health and well-being.
ផ្កា
Pkha — Khmer for "flower"
A flower represents hope, healing, beauty, and new beginnings — and that's what we build every visit around.
PKHA was founded to meet the specific needs of seniors and adults with services that respect cultural background and support the whole person.
Medi-cal Work Requirements
Starting
Jan. 2027
PKHA can help with your Medi-cal
Starting January 1, 2027, some adults will need to work, volunteer, go to school, or be in training to get to keep their Medi-Cal. Medi-Cal will send you a letter if this applies to you.
Healthcare Navigation
- Help setup doctors appointments
- Help translate health letters
- Help understand your health benefits
- Help with Medi-cal application and renewal
Transportation
- Help setup transportation to appointments
- Give education on how to get transportation
- Help getting bus pass
Housing
- Referral to housing agency
- Referral to legal aid to help with housing issues
- Help applying for rental assistance
- Connect with Section 8/Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Option Program
Utilities
- Help applying for Long Beach Gas Discount program for 20% saving
- Help applying for Community Solar program 10% saving
- Help applying for CARE/FERA program 30% saving
- Help with phone/internet program for FREE service or more savings
Seniors Medicare Navigation & Support
Many seniors may not realize they are eligible for Medicare Part A and/or Part B or may not fully understand how to use their coverage.
PKHA helps eligible seniors access Medicare, understand their benefits, and connect with the healthcare services available to them.
By helping seniors better understand and use their benefits, we support improved access to care, healthier lives, and greater financial well-being.
