We urge you to expand healthcare resources in the upcoming budget to support Contra Costa Cares, a comprehensive health coverage program for residents regardless of immigration status.
Why is this important?
According to the UC Berkeley Labor Center, between 80,000 and 98,000 Contra Costa County residents are estimated to remain uninsured this year.
People without health care coverage generally wait to seek care until they are seriously ill. In many cases, health problems that could have been avoided with preventative care or treated early for little cost become significant and costly health issues. The impacts of this include increased demand on emergency services and increased costs to our healthcare system.
Let’s build a healthier, stronger, and more prosperous Contra Costa County by ensuring access to healthcare for all.
