Population growth. Aging Baby Boomers. More people with health coverage. Together they add up to a healthcare workforce shortage that’s been building in California for decades.
Since 2018, HealthForce Partners California has worked to close the workforce gap under the fiscal sponsorship of United Way of San Joaquin County. Last week, the group announced it will begin operating as an independent nonprofit.
“We’re proud of our shared roots and the role we played in supporting HealthForce Partners California’ launch, and we look forward to seeing its continued impact across our region and beyond,” Kristen Birtwhistle, President and CEO of United Way of San Joaquin County, said in a press release…