Helen Palomino, LCSW

CEO, Cancer Resource Center of the Desert 

Helen Palomino, LCSW, is a social worker, community leader, and cancer health advocate with deep roots in Imperial County, California. She is the Chief Executive Officer of the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert (CRCD), where she has guided the organization through its reopening and strategic rebuilding, strengthening patient-centered programs and community partnerships.

With a background in clinical social work and community-based research, Helen has contributed to funded research examining health equity, access to care, and policy impacts for Hispanic/Latino cancer patients. Her work bridges academic research and real-world community needs, emphasizing authentic partnerships between researchers, patients, and community-based organizations.

Helen is recognized for her collaborative leadership, commitment to underserved populations, and dedication to ensuring that cancer patients and families receive compassionate, culturally responsive support. Her work is grounded in the belief that sustainable systems of care are built through trust, transparency, and community engagement.