COVID-19 Mitigation Project
Helping community members access trusted COVID-19 information, testing, preventive resources, and culturally responsive support.
The COVID-19 Mitigation Project helped reduce the spread of COVID-19 by connecting community members with testing, health education, and individualized assistance. From January 2023 through March 2025, Merced Lao Family provided accessible resources and support to help people make informed decisions about their health.
The program combined direct health services, prevention education, and culturally responsive outreach. Community members received reliable information about COVID-19 symptoms, prevention, testing, and vaccination in a setting where they could comfortably ask questions and discuss their concerns.
Program Activities
Community members received access to:
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On-site COVID-19 testing
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Educational workshops
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One-on-one information and assistance
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Education about COVID-19 symptoms and prevention
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Information about testing and vaccination
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Protective equipment and sanitizing supplies
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Educational materials in Hmong and English
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Outreach at community events
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Assistance in rural and underserved neighborhoods
Who the Program Served
The program supported community members who needed accessible COVID-19 testing, health information, and preventive resources. A key focus was helping Hmong-speaking community members receive information in a language they understood and creating a welcoming environment where people could ask questions.
Community Partnerships and Outreach
Merced Lao Family worked with local health care providers and trusted community leaders to address misinformation and concerns related to COVID-19 testing and vaccines. The program also participated in community events and conducted outreach in rural and underserved neighborhoods to make services and information more accessible
This program is no longer active. It operated from January 2023 through March 2025. This page preserves information about the program’s role in supporting COVID-19 prevention, health education, language access, and community outreach.