Maternal Wellness
San Joaquin County Sista Coach Program
The Sista Coach Program is a case management program funded by San Joaquin County Public Health for Black/African American pregnant and birthing people or has an infant 0-3 months.
Each program participant works with their very own personal support advocate ( a Sista Coach) who will administer evidence-based assessments and screening tools and provide individualized support accordingly. This can include 1-on-1 meetings, going to doctor visits, and providing baby items. The participant will also receive access to a monthly support group.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Identify as Black or African American
- San Joaquin County resident
- Pregnant or have an infant ages 0-3 months
WHY REFER TO A SISTA COACH?
The infant mortality rate for the African American community is currently at a rate of 11 deaths per 1,000 births and the fetal mortality rate is 14.9 deaths per 1,000 live births; more than twice the rate for white infants. (San Joaquin County 2019-2022 Community Health Needs Assessment)