What's the latest on the Tenet proposal to continue operating Desert Regional Medical Center beyond 2027? Here's the UPDATE the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board received on Jan. 22. See the original proposal: English. Espanol. Video presentation (English).
Community Meeting Schedule
The public is invited to attend five community meetings for updates on the hospital lease negotiations between Desert Healthcare District and Foundation and Tenet Health. Learn more.
District Announces New Grant Awards
On Dec. 19, the Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board approved $550,941 in grant awards to four nonprofits providing health and wellness services in the Coachella Valley. Read more.
Our New 5-Year Strategic Plan
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board has set new goals, priorities and strategies for future funding and program opportunities in the Coachella Valley. Please read our Strategic Plan.
Find a Coachella Valley COVID-19 Clinic
Eligible residents (6 months old and up) can get a COVID-19 vaccine and/or a test at many local vaccine and testing clinics, coordinated by the Coachella Valley Equity Collaborative, here.
Meet Our Board of Directors
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation Board consists of members elected from seven zones across the Coachella Valley. Each Director serves a four-year term. Learn more about the Board and staff.
What's the latest on the Tenet proposal to continue operating Desert Regional Medical Center beyond 2027? Here's the UPDATE the Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board received on Jan. 22. See the original proposal: English. Espanol. Video presentation (English).
New Coachella Valley Market Analysis
A 2023 market analysis conducted by Huron Consulting shows the clinical health needs, existing market assets, and recommendations to improve the Coachella Valley's healthcare infrastructure. More
How's the Air Quality in Your Community?
The Desert Healthcare District and Foundation is engaged with South Coast Air Quality Management District and other partners to address poor quality. Check out this map of air quality conditions in the Coachella Valley.
Desert Regional Medical Center Is Among Hospitals Due For An Upgrade
As property owner, the Desert Healthcare District is working with Tenet Healthcare and consultants to ensure the hospital is fully compliant by 2030. Read the fact sheet and engineering report.
Total funds (including community grants) awarded
$98,824,123
Learn more about our grants and how to apply »
Desert Healthcare District & Foundation
MISSION
To achieve optimal health at all stages of life for all District residents.
VISION
Equitably connecting Coachella Valley residents to health and wellness services and programs through philanthropy, health facilities, information and community education, and public policy.
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News…
Desert Healthcare District CEO on Desert Regional: 'The Board prefers a 30-year lease'
Any deal the District negotiates with operator Tenet Health would come to the voters for approval before going into effect.
Healthcare District announces dates for community meetings on hospital lease negotiations
The Board of Directors approved at its February meeting five community meetings or forums across the Coachella Valley. The next meeting is scheduled for March 19 in Mecca.
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Desert Healthcare District & Foundation Board begins new year with leadership change
Board Directors are elected to serve four-year terms by Coachella Valley voters. Each year, the Board elects a president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer.
Read More »
Documents
PolicyMap
- March 11, 2024 Special Meeting of the Board - District Agenda
- March 5, 2024 Special Meeting of the Board - District Agenda
- March 5, 2024 Special Meeting of the Board - Video Recording
- February 27, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting District Agenda
- February 27, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting District Packet
- February 27, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting Foundation Agenda
- February 27, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting Foundation Packet
- February 27, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting Video Recording
- January 22, 2024 Special Meeting of the Board Video Recording
- December 06, 2023 Special Meeting of the District Signed Minutes
- December 19, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting - District Signed Minutes
- December 19, 2023 Board of Directors Meeting - Foundation Signed Minutes
- December 20, 2023 Special Meeting of the Board - District Signed Minutes
- 2021-2026 Strategic Plan
- 2023-2024 Adopted Operating Budget
- District Financial Statements and Audit Reports
- Foundation Financial Statements and Audit Reports
- Foundation Financial Statements Single Audit Reports
- Desert Hospital Retirement Protection Plan (RPP) Audit Reports
- February 2024 Grants Payments Schedule - District
- February 2024 Grants Payments Schedule - Foundation
- February 2024 Pass-Through Grants Payments Schedule - Foundation
- Bylaws
- Board Policy Manual
- Hospital Lease Agreement - May 30, 1997 - Desert Hospital District and Tenet Health System Desert Inc.
- Hospital Lease Agreement - AMENDMENTS
- SGH Phase 1 - Desert Regional Medical Center Seismic/Regulatory Compliance Presentation
- SGH Phase 1 - Desert Regional Medical Center Seismic/Retrofit Project Report
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2018 Hospital Appraisal - BEV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2018 Hospital Appraisal - FMV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Desert Regional Medical Center 2023 Hospital Appraisal - FMV Valuation Report - VMG Health
- Market Analysis - March 2023
- Market Analysis - March 2017
- AB 1234 2023 Ethics Training Certificates
- AB 1661 2023 Harassment Training Certificates