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Connection between hair and health highlighted at event
More than 140 people learned about how our hair shows signs of our underlying health.
Albert Blankley to be honored with Forty Under 40 award
Blankley manages Common Ground Health's day-to-day activities, including directly supervising research and analytics activities and IT operations.
New spotlight outlines changes needed to allow region’s residents to age in place
A new Common Ground Health spotlight, “Aging in Place - Re-imagining Housing for Older Adults,” examines the supports needed to help residents age in place.
Women of color are invited to gather for health
The event takes place from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Roundhouse Pavilion, Genesee Valley Park, Rochester. Speakers, singers and dancers will be performing throughout the day in the pavilion.
Community members invited to repaint street mural at Parsells Avenue and Greeley Street
The street painting, called Art on the Avenue, will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24.
Playful Learning Summit taps the power of play to transform education
The event emphasizes the power of play and creativity inside and outside the classroom.
In The Headlines
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Work to gain passage of Daniel’s Law continues
Rochester BeaconSeptember 24, 2024 - “This represents a huge step on the road to victory for people living with mental health challenges and their families,” said Melanie Funchess, Director of Mental Health and Wellness at Common Ground Health.
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New report highlights housing challenges for Finger Lakes residents aging in place
Finger Lakes 1October 1, 2024 - “By expanding and modifying housing opportunities, we can give older adults the choices they need to age safely and comfortably in their communities," said Melissa Wendland, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Common Ground Health.
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Women of color gather in Rochester to focus on health and entrepreneurship
WXXI NewsSeptember 15, 2024 - “Self-care has to be intentional, especially when it comes to us as women," said Jackie Dozier, founder of "A Call to Women of Color" and Director of Community Health and Well-being at Common Ground Health.
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Women of Color are invited to Gather for Health, Saturday, Sept. 14
Minority ReporterSeptember 27, 2024 - In its 18th year, A Call to Women of Color brings together women of many generations to receive the power, unity and healing that comes from shared experiences and wisdom.