News & Events
Join the Citrus Health Network Behavioral Health Advisory Council
Citrus Health Network is bringing back its Behavioral Health Advisory Council that will provide meaningful feedback to our Board of Directors and our staff about behavioral health policies, procedures and services with a focus on promoting recovery and empowerment.
Behavioral Health Advisory Council members may include the following and should live in Miami-Dade or Monroe Counties:
Consumers living with behavioral health conditions
Persons in recovery
Family members of individuals with psychiatric disabilities
Representatives from community stakeholders such as local homeless coalitions, local law enforcement agencies, jail personnel, county commissioners, other providers, hospital representatives, Medicaid, faith-based entities and advocacy groups
The Behavioral Health Advisory Council will meet on a quarterly basis providing in-person and Zoom options to participate.
Applications may be submitted online at the link below or by contacting bhadvisorycouncil@citrushealth.com by no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 1st.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CHNBehavioralHealthAdvisoryCouncil
Citrus Health Network Awarded Five HRSA Community Health Center Quality Recognition Badges
Citrus Health Network was awarded five Community Health Center Quality Recognition (CHQR) Badges by the United States Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges recognize Health Center Program awardees and look-alikes (LALs) that have made notable quality improvement achievements in the areas of access, quality, health equity, health information technology, and COVID-19 public health emergency response for the most recent Health Center Program Uniform Data System (UDS) reporting period.
Citrus was awarded the following badges:
Health Center Quality Leader- Gold: Represents health center awardees and LALs that meet or exceed national benchmarks for one or more of the clinical quality measures (CQMs) groups that promote behavioral health, heart health, diabetes health, HIV prevention and care, and maternal and child health. Health centers that achieve Gold tier are among the top 10% in performance of all health centers in overall CQMs.
Access Enhancers: Increases the total number of patients served and the number of patients who receive at least one comprehensive service (mental health, substance abuse, vision, dental, and/or enabling) by at least 5%.
Health Disparities Reducer: Demonstrates improvements in select CQMs during consecutive UDS reporting years (2020 and 2021 UDS) for at least one racial/ethnic groups; or meets established benchmarks for all racial/ethnic groups served within the most recent UDS reporting year.
Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality: Meets all criteria to optimize HIT services that advance telehealth, patient engagement, interoperability, and collection of social determinants of health data to increase access to care and advance quality of care.
Patient Centered Medical Home Recognition (PCMH): Achieves PCMH recognition in one or more delivery sites.
2022 Citrus Psychiatry Residency Program Virtual Open House
Please join the Citrus Health Network/ Florida International University Psychiatry Residency Program Director and Citrus Health Network's Psychiatry Residents for a Virtual Open House!
Learn about the program and listen to the experiences from the residents.
Interested in attending?
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
6:00 p.m. EDT
Register in advance for the Virtual Open House taking place on Wednesday, October 5th at 6:00 p.m. EDT
https://citrushealth.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUoc-yurjIuGNUasi5ri9Y8RYwTeqMyN5wp
The Virtual Open House will feature information from:
Dr. Xenia Aponte, Program Director
Dr. Virginia Ulloa, Chief Resident
Dr. Roberto Orozco-Vega, PGY-3 Resident Wellness Chief
Dr. Joshua Tapia, PGY-2
Dr. Ashley Sparber, PGY-2
And More!
For more information about Citrus' Psychiatry Residency Program, visit: www.citrusresidency.com
Coronavirus Relief Fund Mortgage Assistance Program
Citrus Health Network Partners with the City of Hialeah for Coronavirus Relief Fund Mortgage Assistance Program
Citrus Health Network, Inc., in partnership with the City of Hialeah, is offering mortgage payment assistance to eligible homeowners in the City of Hialeah who have lost income due to COVID-19. Citrus Health Network was awarded $637,500 for the program by the City of Hialeah. This funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is designated as the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) and has been distributed to the City of Hialeah by Florida Housing Finance Corporation.
Applicants must be homeowners in the City of Hialeah and will need to apply through an online system, starting on September 4, 2020. Applicants will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications completed and submitted first will be considered for funding first. The funding is limited and submitting an application does not guarantee funding. Funding awards are limited to one application per household.
To apply for the CRF Mortgage Assistance Program, click here.
Applicants will need to provide the following:
Duplication of benefits agreement signed by all household members
Coronavirus Relief Fund Application
Housing Intake Application signed by all household members 18 years of age or over
Signed Self Certification of income for each household member 18 years of age or over
Resident Income Certification signed by all household members 18 years of age or over
Copy of driver's license, ID or birth certificate for all household members
Copy of past due mortgage or utility bills that you need assistance with (cannot be for time periods before March 1, 2020).
Proof of ownership: Fee Simple Deed in applicant's name for homeowners, Warranty Deed, Homestead Exemption, Quit-Claim Deed, Tax Records, or Life Estate.
Copy of monthly mortgage payment for homeowners
For more information, visit the Zoom Grants portal or contact us.
Date:
2020
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If you are looking for information on Citrus Family Care Network or on how to become a Foster or Adoptive Parent, visit us at www.citrusfcn.com.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship- How to Apply
Citrus Health Network's ACGME accredited Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program has four Fellow positions available for the 2020-2021 Program Year.
Candidates can start as PGY4 or PGY5 Fellows.
Applications being accepted through Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).
Please visit: https://students-residents.aamc.org/training-residency-fellowship/applying-fellowships-eras/
Prerequisites...
Psychiatry Residency- How to Apply
Citrus Health Network's ACGME accredited Psychiatry Residency Program has four PGY1 positions available for the 2020-2021 Program Year.
Applications are only accepted through Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).
Please visit: https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-residency/applying-residencies-eras/
We participate in the Main Residency Match and follow the rules and regulations of the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).
...
Get Ready for Hurricane Season!
Hurricane Season begins on Friday, June 1st and it's important to be prepared!
There will be a sales tax holiday in the State of Florida from June 1-7 for hurricane preparedness items. Below please find information from the Florida Department of Revenue on what items are tax exempt during that week.
Additionally, Miami-Dade County has made The Ready Miami-Dade (Ready MDC) app available to the public. The app provides real time information before, during, and after a...
Event
Citrus Psychiatry Residency Program Virtual Open House
Please join the Citrus Health Network/ Florida International University Psychiatry Residency Program Director and Citrus Health Network's Psychiatry Residents for a Virtual Open House!
Learn about the program and listen to the experiences from the residents.
Interested in attending?
Wednesday, October 14th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Friday, October 16th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Register in advance for this meeting: Oct 14, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (...
Citrus Supports Suicide Prevention at Out of the Darkness Walk
Citrus Health Network was represented by more than 70 staff members, family members, and friends, at the Miami-Dade County Out of the Darkness Walk to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
The walk was held at Tropical Park on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Citrus served as a Gold Sponsor for the event, and was one of the Top 10 teams in fundraising on the day of the walk.
Citrus is...
Support the CHANCE Program at the Orenda Miami Crawfish Boil
The 2nd annual Orenda Miami Crawfish Boil taking place on Saturday, April 28th, 2018, at the Historic Virginia Key Beach Park (Dance Pavillion) and will run from noon to 6:00 p.m. Don't miss out on this special event with all-you-can-eat crawfish & fixings, jambalaya and complimentary beer. All ages are welcome!
Orenda Miami's mission is to partner with the community to empower and inspire disadvantaged youth. CHN's CHANCE Program is one of the...
News
Statement from Citrus Health Network Regarding Inspector General’s Preliminary Report
Citrus Health Network, Inc. President and CEO Mario Jardon and Citrus Health Network, Inc. Board of Directors Chair Patricia Croysdale released the following statement regarding the preliminary report from the Governor Ron DeSantis’s Office of Inspector General:
“The Governor’s Office of Inspector General chose to...
Citrus Health Network, Inc., in partnership with the City of Hialeah, is offering mortgage payment assistance to eligible homeowners in the City of Hialeah who have lost income due to COVID-19. Citrus Health Network was awarded $637,500 for the program by the City of Hialeah. This funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is designated as the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) and has been distributed to the City of Hialeah by Florida Housing Finance Corporation.
Applicants must be homeowners in the City of Hialeah and will need to apply through an...
Citrus Health Network Recognized as Gold Tier Health Center Quality Leader
Citrus Health Network, Inc. has been recognized as one of the highest performing health centers in the nation by the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through their Quality Improvement Awards.
Citrus was selected as a HRSA Health Center Quality Leader 2020 Awardee in the Gold Tier. Health Center Quality Leaders achieved the best overall...
New Location in Partnership with FIU Embrace Program
Citrus Health Network’s newest location opened on January 13, 2020 in collaboration with the Florida International University Embrace Program.
The Medical Center promotes health, wellness and overall functioning for adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual disabilities (ID), and other neurodevelopmental disorders (OND).
The Medical Center offers services as part of a comprehensive, integrated care model. Services at the location include primary care, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and laboratory tests.
...
Citrus Family Care Network Selected as Child Welfare Lead Agency for the Southern Region
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2019
MIAMI, FLORIDA— Citrus Family Care Network is proud to announce that it has been selected as the Child Welfare Community Based Care (CBC) Lead Agency for the Southern Region by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
DCF contracts with CBC Lead Agencies across the state to...
Florida Association for Infant Mental Health Names Citrus Administrator VP
Citrus Health Network Early Childhood Development Programs Administrator Jackie Romillo, LCSW, was named Vice President of the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) Board of Directors.
Below is an interview that FAIMH conducted with Jackie. The interview is also available on FAIMH's website: https://members.faimh.org/blogs/interview-with-vp-jackie-romillo
Interview with VP Jackie Romillo, LCSW
15 Jan 2019 by ...
Citrus Staff Recognized with Child Welfare Excellence Award
Citrus Health Network’s Dr. Beverly Jean-Jacques and Marsha Rosa, LCSW were recognized by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) as recipients of the Child Welfare Excellence Award at the...
Citrus Recognized as HRSA Health Center Quality Leader
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recognized Citrus Health Network as a Health Center Quality Leader. HRSA’s Quality Improvement Awards recognize the highest performing health centers nationwide as well as those that have made significant quality improvement gains from the previous year.
As a Health Center Quality Leader Citrus achieved the best overall clinical performance among all health centers and placed in the top 30% of the adjusted quartile...
Citrus Awarded Gold Status in the Target: BP Recognition Program
Citrus Health Network, Inc. was recognized as a Gold Status practice of distinction for commitment to blood pressure management by the Target: BP Recognition Program. The Gold Status recognition was awarded for achieving blood pressure controls at or above 70 percent in 2017...
State Rep Nick Duran Presents Check In Support of CHANCE Campus
Thank you to Florida State Representative Nick Duran who presented Citrus Health Network with a check from the State of Florida for $400,000 in support of the CHANCE Program Campus. The funds will go towards the development of a campus to serve children and adolescents who survivors of human trafficking and commercial exploitation.
Citrus Health Network Receives Accreditation for Child-Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program
Citrus Health Network, Inc. received program accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to host a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship program in addition to their existing Adult Psychiatry Residency Program.
The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship is a two-year program that will welcome four fellows per training year. Citrus Health Network’s fellowship is one of only two ACGME-accredited Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship programs in South Florida.
In partnership with the Florida International University Herbert...
National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day 2018
As a provider of mental and behavioral health services for children, youth, and young adults in South Florida for more than 38 years, Citrus Health Network understands the importance of children’s mental health. On Thursday, May 10th, Citrus joins more than 1,000 communities nationwide in celebrating the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services...
Citrus Health Network Named a 2017 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Champion
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that Citrus Health Network was selected as one of 24 winners of the 2017 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Challenge nationwide.
The Champions, who provide care to more than 1.2 million adults, focused on proven strategies to help their patients achieve blood pressure control...
Statement from Citrus Health Network Regarding Inspector General’s Preliminary Report
Citrus Health Network, Inc. President and CEO Mario Jardon and Citrus Health Network, Inc. Board of Directors Chair Patricia Croysdale released the following statement regarding the preliminary report from the Governor Ron DeSantis’s Office of Inspector General:
“The Governor’s Office of Inspector General chose to release a preliminary report incorrectly alleging inappropriate use of state funds and excessive executive compensation without first confirming the information in the report directly with Citrus, and without utilizing other publicly available fiscal documents related to our company.
“Our CEO and COO’s salaries do not come from state funds allocated to Citrus as the Lead Agency, and are provided at no cost to the state. This has been made clear to DCF, and it is clearly stated on the document posted on our website.
“Citrus Health Network is a large non-profit health care organization that has been serving our community for more than 40 years. We currently operate two divisions. The Federally Qualified Health Center division, that provides inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, primary care, housing for the homeless, and other social services to underserved and vulnerable populations, receives funding from multiple sources, and is regularly audited by federal and state agencies with clean audits. The Community Based Care Lead Agency for Child Welfare division, which manages child welfare services for the Department of Children and Families in the Southern Region, encompassing Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties began operations July 2019.
“Citrus falls under the purview of the Governor’s Executive Order 20-44 as a result of the Community Based Care Lead Agency for Child Welfare contract with DCF, which is primarily, and majority funded by state and federal dollars. DCF contracts with Lead Agencies throughout the state of Florida following competitive procurements that encourage competition, innovation, and stakeholder engagement. We are held to high standards of transparency in our operations and are required to report on a variety of items regularly throughout each year, including performance measures, financial viability, and executive compensation. Information on executive compensation, which is in full compliance with statute, is not only provided to DCF directly but is also publicly available on our Lead Agency website (www.citrusfcn.com), as required by our contract and state statute.
“At no time did the Inspector General contact us for clarification before releasing the preliminary report resulting in a mischaracterization of our organization and how we use public funds.”
Citrus Psychiatry Residency Program Virtual Open House
Citrus Psychiatry Residency Program Virtual Open House
Please join the Citrus Health Network/ Florida International University Psychiatry Residency Program Director and Citrus Health Network's Psychiatry Residents for a Virtual Open House!
Learn about the program and listen to the experiences from the residents.
Interested in attending?
Wednesday, October 14th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Friday, October 16th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Register in advance for this meeting: Oct 14, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
https://citrushealth.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkfu6srDMjHdOuQILFqKJH108bYRa7KE9p
Register in advance for this meeting: Oct 16, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
https://citrushealth.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIqdO-prz8tHdC3vQ1VX8bj8c3SO-BjT5wZ
For more information about Citrus' Psychiatry Residency Program, visit: www.citrusresidency.com
Date:
2020
Medical
If you are looking for information on Citrus Family Care Network or on how to become a Foster or Adoptive Parent, visit us at www.citrusfcn.com.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship- How to Apply
Citrus Health Network's ACGME accredited Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program has four Fellow positions available for the 2020-2021 Program Year.
Candidates can start as PGY4 or PGY5 Fellows.
Applications being accepted through Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).
Please visit: https://students-residents.aamc.org/training-residency-fellowship/applying-fellowships-eras/
Prerequisites...
Psychiatry Residency- How to Apply
Citrus Health Network's ACGME accredited Psychiatry Residency Program has four PGY1 positions available for the 2020-2021 Program Year.
Applications are only accepted through Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).
Please visit: https://students-residents.aamc.org/applying-residency/applying-residencies-eras/
We participate in the Main Residency Match and follow the rules and regulations of the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).
...
Get Ready for Hurricane Season!
Hurricane Season begins on Friday, June 1st and it's important to be prepared!
There will be a sales tax holiday in the State of Florida from June 1-7 for hurricane preparedness items. Below please find information from the Florida Department of Revenue on what items are tax exempt during that week.
Additionally, Miami-Dade County has made The Ready Miami-Dade (Ready MDC) app available to the public. The app provides real time information before, during, and after a...
Event
Citrus Psychiatry Residency Program Virtual Open House
Please join the Citrus Health Network/ Florida International University Psychiatry Residency Program Director and Citrus Health Network's Psychiatry Residents for a Virtual Open House!
Learn about the program and listen to the experiences from the residents.
Interested in attending?
Wednesday, October 14th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Friday, October 16th 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time
Register in advance for this meeting: Oct 14, 2020 06:00 PM Eastern Time (...
Citrus Supports Suicide Prevention at Out of the Darkness Walk
Citrus Health Network was represented by more than 70 staff members, family members, and friends, at the Miami-Dade County Out of the Darkness Walk to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
The walk was held at Tropical Park on Sunday, October 7, 2018. Citrus served as a Gold Sponsor for the event, and was one of the Top 10 teams in fundraising on the day of the walk.
Citrus is...
Support the CHANCE Program at the Orenda Miami Crawfish Boil
The 2nd annual Orenda Miami Crawfish Boil taking place on Saturday, April 28th, 2018, at the Historic Virginia Key Beach Park (Dance Pavillion) and will run from noon to 6:00 p.m. Don't miss out on this special event with all-you-can-eat crawfish & fixings, jambalaya and complimentary beer. All ages are welcome!
Orenda Miami's mission is to partner with the community to empower and inspire disadvantaged youth. CHN's CHANCE Program is one of the...
News
Statement from Citrus Health Network Regarding Inspector General’s Preliminary Report
Citrus Health Network, Inc. President and CEO Mario Jardon and Citrus Health Network, Inc. Board of Directors Chair Patricia Croysdale released the following statement regarding the preliminary report from the Governor Ron DeSantis’s Office of Inspector General:
“The Governor’s Office of Inspector General chose to...
Citrus Health Network, Inc., in partnership with the City of Hialeah, is offering mortgage payment assistance to eligible homeowners in the City of Hialeah who have lost income due to COVID-19. Citrus Health Network was awarded $637,500 for the program by the City of Hialeah. This funding from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act is designated as the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) and has been distributed to the City of Hialeah by Florida Housing Finance Corporation.
Applicants must be homeowners in the City of Hialeah and will need to apply through an...
Citrus Health Network Recognized as Gold Tier Health Center Quality Leader
Citrus Health Network, Inc. has been recognized as one of the highest performing health centers in the nation by the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through their Quality Improvement Awards.
Citrus was selected as a HRSA Health Center Quality Leader 2020 Awardee in the Gold Tier. Health Center Quality Leaders achieved the best overall...
New Location in Partnership with FIU Embrace Program
Citrus Health Network’s newest location opened on January 13, 2020 in collaboration with the Florida International University Embrace Program.
The Medical Center promotes health, wellness and overall functioning for adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual disabilities (ID), and other neurodevelopmental disorders (OND).
The Medical Center offers services as part of a comprehensive, integrated care model. Services at the location include primary care, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and laboratory tests.
...
Citrus Family Care Network Selected as Child Welfare Lead Agency for the Southern Region
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 8, 2019
MIAMI, FLORIDA— Citrus Family Care Network is proud to announce that it has been selected as the Child Welfare Community Based Care (CBC) Lead Agency for the Southern Region by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF).
DCF contracts with CBC Lead Agencies across the state to...
Florida Association for Infant Mental Health Names Citrus Administrator VP
Citrus Health Network Early Childhood Development Programs Administrator Jackie Romillo, LCSW, was named Vice President of the Florida Association for Infant Mental Health (FAIMH) Board of Directors.
Below is an interview that FAIMH conducted with Jackie. The interview is also available on FAIMH's website: https://members.faimh.org/blogs/interview-with-vp-jackie-romillo
Interview with VP Jackie Romillo, LCSW
15 Jan 2019 by ...
Citrus Staff Recognized with Child Welfare Excellence Award
Citrus Health Network’s Dr. Beverly Jean-Jacques and Marsha Rosa, LCSW were recognized by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) as recipients of the Child Welfare Excellence Award at the...
Citrus Recognized as HRSA Health Center Quality Leader
The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recognized Citrus Health Network as a Health Center Quality Leader. HRSA’s Quality Improvement Awards recognize the highest performing health centers nationwide as well as those that have made significant quality improvement gains from the previous year.
As a Health Center Quality Leader Citrus achieved the best overall clinical performance among all health centers and placed in the top 30% of the adjusted quartile...
Citrus Awarded Gold Status in the Target: BP Recognition Program
Citrus Health Network, Inc. was recognized as a Gold Status practice of distinction for commitment to blood pressure management by the Target: BP Recognition Program. The Gold Status recognition was awarded for achieving blood pressure controls at or above 70 percent in 2017...
State Rep Nick Duran Presents Check In Support of CHANCE Campus
Thank you to Florida State Representative Nick Duran who presented Citrus Health Network with a check from the State of Florida for $400,000 in support of the CHANCE Program Campus. The funds will go towards the development of a campus to serve children and adolescents who survivors of human trafficking and commercial exploitation.
Citrus Health Network Receives Accreditation for Child-Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program
Citrus Health Network, Inc. received program accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to host a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship program in addition to their existing Adult Psychiatry Residency Program.
The Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship is a two-year program that will welcome four fellows per training year. Citrus Health Network’s fellowship is one of only two ACGME-accredited Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fellowship programs in South Florida.
In partnership with the Florida International University Herbert...
National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day 2018
As a provider of mental and behavioral health services for children, youth, and young adults in South Florida for more than 38 years, Citrus Health Network understands the importance of children’s mental health. On Thursday, May 10th, Citrus joins more than 1,000 communities nationwide in celebrating the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services...
Citrus Health Network Named a 2017 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Champion
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that Citrus Health Network was selected as one of 24 winners of the 2017 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Challenge nationwide.
The Champions, who provide care to more than 1.2 million adults, focused on proven strategies to help their patients achieve blood pressure control...