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Health and wellness fair to be held at The Center at Greece Town Hall this weekend
News 10NBC
September 30, 2025 - Common Ground Health will take part in the Health and Wellness Fair at The Center at Greece Town Hall offering free health information and services.
Addressing severe maternal morbidity
WXXI
September 26, 2025 - In a report by Common Ground Health, the rate of severe maternal morbidity for mothers who are Black, non-Latina in Monroe County increased over 50 percent in the last decade.
Her dad doesn’t speak English. Without the right care help, she can’t get a break
USA Today
September 19, 2025 - A 2023 report from Common Ground Health found Latinos in the Finger Lakes region face worse health outcomes partially because of a lack of bilingual health care workers and culturally responsive health care.
Celebrate Black and Brown Senior Adult Appreciation Month at Rochester City Hall
Minority Reporter
September 19, 2025 - SACE, an initiative of Common Ground Health recognizes the wisdom, leadership, and contributions of senior adults of color who strengthen and shape our community.
Angelina Marie Hilton and the art of indigenous community-building
Finger Lakes 1
September 19, 2025 - Common Ground Health takes part in the Native Made Market, supporting Indigenous artisans and community wellness.
1199 SEIU ‘Kicks Off The ‘Bruce Popper Union Leadership Program That ‘Honors The Late National Labor Leader’
1199 SEIU News
September 18, 2025 - Wade Norwood, Co-CEO of Common Ground Health/RHIO, was on hand to facilitate conversation on the struggle and progress of workers’ rights.
Irondequoit is now designated as an age-friendly community
WXXI
September 15, 2025 - Organizations such as Common Ground Health, in collaboration with the Monroe County Aging Alliance, are working to foster environments where individuals of all ages and backgrounds can flourish and enjoy equitable access to local resources and services.
Second Opinion with Joan Lunden
WBIQ | PBS
September 7, 2025 - "Racial disparities are real and they have to be confronted", says Wade Norwood, CEO at Common Ground Health.
Local organizations team up for 5th annual PI’s Lounge back-to-school giveaway at Tops Plaza
News 10NBC
August 30, 2025 - Common Ground Health partnered with community organizations to support families and students for a back-to-school giveaway.
The Power List - RBJ
Rochester Business Journal
August 22, 2025 - Marlene Bessette, Co-CEO of Rochester RHIO/Common Ground Health named to RBJ's 2025 Power List for Health Care.
The Power List - RBJ
Rochester Business Journal
August 22, 2025 - Wade Norwood, Co-CEO of Common Ground Health/Rochester RHIO named to RBJ's 2025 Power List for Health Care.
Parents, specialists call for more playful approaches to discipline and interventions this school year
WXXI
August 21, 2025 - Devin Anglin founder of Sankofa Leadership Associates presented at the 2025 Playful Learning Summit, an event from Healthi Kids, an initiative of Common Ground Health.