ABOUT LAKAY ACCESS SANTE - LAS
Lakay Access Sante Inc. (LAS) is a non-profit organization operating exclusively for charitable purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. We are dedicated to mobilizing, empowering, and connecting underserved individuals and communities with healthcare services and health-related resources (employment, education, food, transportation, housing, health insurance, etc.).
We envision a world where everyone can access affordable and quality health services and health-related resources without discrimination and catastrophic expenses.
Community health needs assessment, monitoring, and evaluation Advocacy, policy, and program development to address community health issues Health information publications and health education initiatives Outreach services to mobilize, empower, and connect people Technical assistance to strengthen the capacity of health institutions and health systems to offer quality, culturally and linguistically appropriate health services.
We are pioneers in Health Care
Haitian communities
are among our top targeted populations
We devote our efforts to improving the health status of people experiencing the heaviest burden of diseases and the highest barriers to accessing quality healthcare and health-related resources due to race, color, culture, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, immigration status, socio economic background, geographic location, etc.
What we stand for
Our Values
Respect
Everyone must show high regard and sustained care for the other regardless of his/her personality, emotions, preferences, or cultural background.
Professionalism
We expect everyone to carry out his/her tasks with great competence according to the principles of the profession and the sector of activity.
Accountability
We encourage active participation in the life of the organization, enjoying your rights and fulfilling all your duties, answering for your actions, those of others, and things of which you are the guardian.
Solidarity
Each of us has a moral duty to support each other including co-workers, customers, and our communities.
Diversity
We attract staff and customers with diverse social and cultural backgrounds and create an atmosphere that guarantees them equitable welcome and services.
Inclusion
Each of our staff and our clients has the same opportunities for integration,commitment, and participation in the development, production, and delivery of care and services.
Social justice
We advocate for everyone to have and keep the resources necessary to maintain good health. We adhere to the principles of social responsibility and respect for human rights and dignity.
Accessibility
We constantly work to make health and human services continually available, attainable, affordable, convenient, and easy to understand and use.
Quality
We opt for care and services that are accessible, prompt, accurate, safe, complete, patient-centered, effective, efficient, scientifically sound, optimal, and excellent.
Innovation
We encourage new ideas and methods to improve the structures, processes, and outcomes of our services on an ongoing basis.
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We are a multidisciplinary team of health professionals, primarily composed of immigrants, refugees, and exiles from various countries, including Haiti. We are committed to fighting for health equity and social justice. We share the concerns of vulnerable and marginalized individuals and communities who do not have equitable access to health and social services due to their race, culture, religion, gender, age, physical or mental ability, geographic location, immigration status, and socio-economic status.
Our Slogan: Equitable and customized access for all.
Geographical Area: The State of New Jersey