Women of color to share, inspire and perform
Hear from inspiring women during A Call to Women of Color, a free event focusing on empowering women and girls of color to engage in conversation and promote healthy living across generations of women and their families.
Celebrate Black and Brown Senior Adult Appreciation Month at Rochester City Hall
The Senior Adult Community Engagement (SACE) group invites the community to join in celebrating Black and Brown Senior Adult Appreciation Month from noon to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Rochester City Hall. This annual event recognizes the wisdom, leadership, and contributions of senior adults of color who strengthen and shape our community.
Playful Learning Summit highlighted how joy drives learning
Summit speakers focused on the power of play and creativity inside and outside the classroom to spur physical activity, social-emotional growth, mental wellness, academic achievement and more.
Irondequoit designated as an Age-Friendly Community
The age-friendly designation reaffirms the town’s commitment to enhancing livability.
Governor Hochul releases first-ever Master Plan on Aging
New York State’s Master Plan for Aging aims to help the growing older adult population to age with dignity, independence and the support they need and deserve to thrive.
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.
Statement on Black History Month 2025
At Common Ground Health, we proudly recognize and celebrate February as Black History Month—an important time to honor the history, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans