Latest Community Health Indicators Now Available
UR Medical Center
December 17, 2024 - The 2021 Community Health Indicators Report used by RocHealthData was commissioned by Common Ground Health with data collected by Rochester Regional Health Information Organization.
Local nonprofits merge to better address public health disparities
WXXI News
December 16, 2024 - Common Ground Health and Rochester Regional Health Information Organization are merging to bridging the gap between data and action.
Two Rochester nonprofits join forces to improve health outcomes
Rochester Business Journal
December 16, 2024 - "Our new organization will build the bridge between data and action," said Wade Norwood, CEO of Common Ground Health.
Donations needed for residents at nursing home
Press Reader
December 7, 2024 - "These donations brighten older adults’ days, which may help improve their health,” said Common Ground Health’s, Phyllis Jackson, R.N., Community Wellness Project Manager.
Nonprofit group needs donations for gift bags for nursing home residents
Democrat & Chronicle
December 5, 2024 - “Throughout our community, people in nursing homes are experiencing isolation and loneliness,” said Phyllis Jackson, R.N., Community Wellness Project Manager at Common Ground Health.
Nonprofit group needs donations for gift bags for nursing home residents
MSN
December 5, 2024 - Common Ground Health's SACE initiative is seeking new items for Rochester-area nursing home residents until December 16th.
People and organizations making positive change in the community, part 8
WXXI News
November 27, 2024 - Phyllis Jackson, Community Wellness Project Manager at Common Ground Health, started the Not Forgotten Project to collect essentials for under-served seniors in area nursing homes.
Native Made Market Returns to Rochester NY for Its Third Year on Small Business Saturday
Yahoo
November 21, 2024 - The Native Made Market an immersive and intimate experience to shop Native made goods is sponsored in part by Common Ground Health.
New report highlights housing challenges for Finger Lakes residents aging in place
Finger Lakes 1
October 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.
Women of Color are invited to Gather for Health, Saturday, Sept. 14
Minority Reporter
September 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.
Work to gain passage of Daniel’s Law continues
Rochester Beacon
September 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.
Women of color gather in Rochester to focus on health and entrepreneurship
WXXI News
September 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.