Date and Time: Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Location: Calistoga Farmworker Housing Center, 3996 Helena Highway, Calistoga, CA 94515. Purpose: California Human Development (CHD) will hold a public hearing to solicit citizen feedback on the proposed use of funds under the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program. Who Should Attend: […]
Maria de Lourdes Bailon Chavez was born in Mexico 49 years ago. She is the oldest of 5. At age 15, Maria de Lourdes and her 4 younger siblings came to the United States to join their mother. Her English was very limited, and she had to quit school at 16 to help raise her […]
Angela Chavez Sanchez was born in Michoacan Mexico 68 years ago. As a child and young adult, she worked in the fields. She was married at age 16 and had 6 children. In 1983, her brother brought her to the United States. She had to leave her children behind but knew she would soon have […]
We are proud to share the inspiring journey of Calixto Cervantes Camacho, a testament to resilience and the power of community support through our programs at the Ukiah FWS Office in Mendocino County. Calixto’s story began in Michoacán, Mexico. At 18, he moved to Ukiah, California, to pursue seasonal farm work, primarily in the grape […]
February 3rd, Napa Valley was not just a witness to the resilience against the rainy backdrop but also to the celebration of the human spirit and dedication at the 22nd Annual Pruning Contest. Hosted with pride by the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation, this event brought to light the skill, determination, and hard work of […]
In the tapestry of life, every thread of experience contributes to the vivid pattern of our identity and destiny. Such is the story of Karen Santana, whose journey from Mexico City to California is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of support and opportunities. Karen’s story is not just her own […]
On Saturday, August 5, 2023, Farmworker Services celebrated a momentous occasion—the first graduation at the Woodland ASET Center for the truck driving and welding classes of PY 22. But the festivities didn’t end there. A few weeks later, on August 26, 2023, the Stockton ASET Center joined in with its own graduation ceremony for the […]
Janet Vargas’s journey is a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and the unwavering desire to create a better life. From her humble beginnings as a young immigrant to her role as the Center Manager at California Human Development (CHD), her story is a source of inspiration for anyone facing adversity. A Challenging Start […]
At California Human Development (CHD), we are thrilled to share the remarkable journey of Maria Pinon Reyes, an individual who defied the odds and transformed her life through our partnership with the Anthony Soto Educational Training (ASET) Center. Maria’s story serves as a powerful testament to the resilience, determination, and support that can enable individuals […]