build community | cultivate health
More than ever, we need communities that are diverse, sustainable and resilient. Healthy communities are built by healthy people, and that’s where we come in. We envision Oakland as a place where individuals, families and businesses can grow and thrive.
We take our mission to build community and cultivate health very seriously. This section of the website aims to further those goals by providing information on community acupuncture, health and nutrition as well as local businesses and organizations who are making a difference in Oakland and the Bay Area.
POCAfest is an annual gathering of community acupuncturists, clinic staff, and patients from across the country and around the world. Lucky attendees spend the weekend getting to know each other Continue Reading →
Check out this great article on community acupuncture from The Post Growth Institute: “There is a silent revolution in healthcare emerging in the United States. Based on a tradition that Continue Reading →
OAP has been nominated for an Oakland Indie Award in the Social Changemaker category! The awards ceremony will be held on May 30 and is open to the public. You Continue Reading →