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New mural painted outside the Phillis Wheatley Library
Helpers painted a new mural outside the Phillis Wheatley Community Library in Rochester June 21 to replace a faded and chipped mural.
Screening of “Farming While Black” and panel discussion set for July 10 at The Little Theatre
A special screening of a documentary celebrating the Black agricultural movement and food sovereignty will be shown at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, at the Little Theatre.
Food Policy Council releases candidate survey responses
The candidate survey focused on such topics as food access, local agriculture and youth engagement with the food system
New data analysis tool better reflects diversity and nuance of rural communities
To better reflect how residents perceive their communities, especially in rural areas, Common Ground has developed a Geoclassification Index that combines national datasets with on-the-ground insight.
Speakers to talk about how compassion and forgiveness can heal
Speakers will share how compassion and forgiveness are sources of healing during the 2025 Speak Life! Health Equity Conference April 24 at Monroe Community Hospital and online.
Gun violence has far-reaching effects on individuals, families and the community
Gun violence can have long-lasting effects on mental health, employment, economic well-being and housing.
In The Headlines
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Love from the start
Poder 97.1 FMMay 7, 2025 - Erick Stephens, Parent Engagement Specialist at Common Ground Health explains the importance of adults providing a nurturing, safe, supportive environment that will give children the healthiest start in life.
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Emotional Emancipation Circles
WDKX 1039June 2, 2025 - Common Ground Health's, Melanie Funchess, Director of Mental Health and Wellness speaks about Emotional Emancipation Circles self-help support groups.
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Love from the start
WDKX 1039February 17, 2025 - Wade Norwood, CEO & Erick Stephens, Healthi Kids Parent Engagement Specialist of Common Ground Health talk about the Love from the Start campaign to increase public awareness about infant and early childhood mental health.
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The right to recess
WXXI News ConnectionsMay 23, 2025 - Mike Bulger, director of Whole Child Health Advocacy with Common Ground Health supports a state bill that would study and expand access to daily recess.