San Ysidro Health hosted its second annual “El Zapaton” children’s shoe give-away last week. The drive-thru event provided new shoes, book bags and essential health kits to the organization’s pediatric patients – the majority from households of pandemic essential workers. This year San Ysidro Health distributed 433 pairs of shoes to children in the South Bay and East County regions.
“San Ysidro Health is committed to provide comprehensive health services and support to all the region, including parents, many who are essential workers, and families who reside in zip codes where the COVID-19 rate is much higher than the rest of the county,” said Kevin Mattson, president and CEO.