During her modest upbringing in the Southeast Los Angeles community of Bell Gardens, Lisa Middleton — the eldest of three born to an ironworker dad and stay-at-home mom — remembers one specific trip to the desert. “We took the tram when I was very young, in the ’60s, and that was neat,” she recalls. “My father did not like to attend anything that required him to have to pay for it. So, we got to do that only once. I didn’t grow up with all these Palm Springs memories of sitting by the pool.”
At DAP Health, the belief that healthcare is a human right propels all — including the center’s recently energized Philanthropy Department, renamed from Resource Development by newly arrived chief philanthropy officer Chris Kiser. The department’s goal remains the same: Mobilize community generosity to expand and improve compassionate, judgment-free care for all.
“I am not gonna cry,” promises DAP Health board of directors co-vice chair Kevin Bass, fighting back tears. “But the work I do on this board is the most rewarding work I’ve ever done, period.” Fittingly, we’re sitting in the Bass-Bloesser Boardroom, named for him and his husband, Brent.
Nine locals were honored for their continued support of DAP Health at the annual gala, also known as the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards.
Dr. Harry Marshak is one of approximately 600 physicians with expertise in eyelid procedures.
The iconic fashion designer’s career achievements are legendary, but her humanitarianism is why she’s receiving DAP Health’s 2023 Equity Award.
Desert Hot Springs earns a new reputation as “The Napa Valley” of Cannatourism.
The city keeps delivering on its long-planned promises to complete projects whose potential will benefit every citizen of — and visitor to — the Coachella Valley.
Carol Burnett is “very, very flattered” fan demand called for a second January performance at The Show.
The valley’s leading general, implant, and cosmetic dental studio has been voted one of the region’s “top dentists” for 15 consecutive years.
Kate Hudson on Music, “Song Sung Blue,” and Life in Palm Desert
