CHCADA HISTORY

Established in 1975 in order to reduce alcohol abuse and dependency amongst Latino males in Central California, the California Hispanic Commission quickly expanded its service offerings to address the needs of multiple-risk populations throughout the State. While remaining committed to the provision of culture specific services to Latinos, the California Hispanic Commission now provides a range of services that transcend racial/ethnic and gender lines. CHCADA is a private, non-profit community-based organization that has always sought to address both the antecedents and the secondary effects of substance abuse and dependency through the use of comprehensive interdisciplinary services.