Maria specializes in chronic disease prevention, management, and control, with a focus on implementing health programs that expand access to care for agricultural workers. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and is a certified Community Health Worker (CHW) Instructor. Prior to joining NCFH as the Health Initiatives Manager, she worked with TMF Health Quality Institute and the Texas State Office of Rural Health, where she strengthened her commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved and rural communities.
Contact Maria for information on:
• Chronic disease management, including diabetes and food for health Initiatives
• Emergency preparedness and response
• Community Health Worker trainings and technical assistance