In the Headlines

August 14, 2019 - Common Ground's Healthi Kids advocates changes to city law, including treating e

August 13, 2019 - Common Ground's CEO Wade Norwood, "The health impact assessment was an opportunity to really look at the housing conditions in the 14901 and document the link between housing, health conditions, and see if there were any opportunities to address health improvement through housing," 

August 13, 2019 - CEO, Wade Norwood speaks of using Common Ground's data and community input to find a focus in improving health outcomes in the Elmira community.

July 31, 2019 - Common Ground's Jenn Beideman voices the importance of the Peace Walk as a way of teaching kids to be an advocate for change

July 26, 2019 -  Congratulations to Rochester City School #57 Principal, Eva Thomas for receiving Common Ground's Healthy Schools Champion Award.

July 16, 2019 - This national story showcases how colorful sidewalks in Rochester are helping to calm traffic and build a sense of community. Common Ground’s Mike Bulger points out that street art nudges residents toward healthier options and safer behaviors.

July 14, 2019 - Healthi Kids', PlayROCs your Neighborhorhood worked with more than 50 partners to raise awareness for safe and accessible play spaces in the City of Rochester.

July 13, 2019 - Healthi Kids', PlayROCs your Neighborhood generates involvement from local churches, libraries, and block club volunteers in creating awareness of the importance of safe, accessible play areas.

July 11, 2019 - Joe DiFiore of Common Ground's Healthi Kids, says the growth of this event is a testament to the dedication of community members to promote change.

July 11, 2019 - PlayROCs your Neighborhood is critical to whole child health says Jenn Beideman, Healthi Kids' Advocacy Manager at Common Ground.

July 4, 2019 - July 4, 2019 - In a group effort, Common Ground will provide free cold meals every day this summer to City of Rochester kids under the age of 18.

July 3, 2019 - North Clinton Avenue will receive a Reconnect Rochester, Complete Streets Makeover using equipment from Common Ground's Healthi Kids library of traffic