Northeastern Center Bienvenido Program Receives Recognition

On November 15, 2007 Northeastern Center received the Clarian Health Award for Excellence in Hispanic/Latino Health Care. The award was presented by Dr. Javier Sevilla, M.D. IU School of Medicine. Clarian honors one organization that demonstrates outstanding service and commitment to the health care needs of the Hispanic/Latino Community. Northeastern Center and the Bienvenido Program were selected as the recipient for 2007. Northeastern Center was honored for creating and implementing successfully the Bienvenido Program in several locations across Indiana. The Bienvenido Program is a prevention program that seeks to increase access to mental health services, improve the mental health and quality of life of Latino immigrants. Gilberto Pérez, Bienvenido Program Director, accepted the award.