What’s Happening with Raíces Sagradas?

Raíces Sagradas Community Mental Health is a recipient of the 2023 Building Healthier Communities Award.

We will provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive mental health services in Spanish and English to Latinx immigrants without health insurance.

Raíces Sagradas Community Mental Health is a recipient of the 2023 Medica Foundation Grant Award. This award plays a vital role in advancing our mission of providing support and advocacy for immigrant families. The impact of Medica Foundation support cannot be overstated, and we are continually inspired by the difference we can make together.

We are thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership between Raíces Sagradas and St. Mary’s Health Clinic!

Together, Raíces and St. Mary’s are joining forces to create a powerful alliance that will amplify our shared mission and make a lasting impact. By combining our expertise, resources, and networks, we aim to cultivate a vibrant environment where heritage and wellness intertwine harmoniously.

We express our deepest gratitude to St. Mary’s for their enthusiasm and commitment to this partnership.

We are excited to share that we have expanded our mental health services to a brand-new location on the West Side of Saint Paul. This expansion enables us to reach even more individuals in need and extend our transformative support. 🌟🏢🏢 🌟

For more than 15 years, Raíces Sagradas has worked to eliminate healthcare inequities in underserved communities. Raíces is the only organization of its kind serving Spanish-speaking immigrants in the Twin Cities; by offering therapy 1) entirely in Spanish (if preferred); 2) at no cost to clients and 3) in collaboration with churches (though no church affiliation is required to access services), we eliminate much of the financial, language, and cultural barriers for those who require our support.

Raíces Sagradas, with financial support from the KFNA and in collaboration with the City of Minneapolis and Incarnation Church, launched a pilot project in the Kingfield neighborhood to provide cost-free mental health referrals and mental health support to lower-income residents (primarily Spanish-speaking residents).

Raíces Sagradas is housed in a space adjacent to the Harvest from the Heart Free Grocery Store at West 38th Street and Pleasant Avenue South.

The drop-in mental health clinic will operate on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for nine months, September 2023-May 2024.

Inspiring video 'Mujeres Imparables,' a 2024 #Telemundo #Minnesota campaign where you will learn about the story of Elizabeth Pulido and her incredible journey. This video reflects our ongoing commitment to the community and the empowerment of women.

Click here to watch the video Mujeres imparables: Elizabeth Pulido

The exceptional delivery of our 2024 Spring trauma-informed training sessions and the overwhelming attendance highlight the profound impact of our work. The room was filled beyond our expectations, showcasing the high level of interest and engagement from the community.

Survey results from participants revealed a strong positive response, with 91% indicating agreement or strong agreement with the principles and practices shared by our therapists. This overwhelmingly positive feedback underscores the significance of their expertise and the vital role of trauma-informed care in our mission.

Raíces Sagradas was featured on Telemundo Minnesota's "Minnesota Contigo" segment on May 25th!

Our Executive Director, Maria Steffel, and Therapist, Elizabeth Pulido, discussed the critical importance of mental health care and awareness within our Hispanic community.

Click here to watch the Interview