Michael Reese Health Trust

We are so glad you could join us yesterday to honor Steph Willding, MPA, CEO at CommunityHealth with the John F. Benjamin Exceptional Service Award. A special thanks to our panelists Amy Laboy from Greater Chicago Food Depository, Mario Garcia from Onward Neighborhood House, Mauricio Cifuentes from Family Service and Mental Health Center of Cicero, and Michelle Di Benedetto from IWS Family Health for inspiring us to rethink health care delivery beyond traditional models. It was a pleasure to gather and discuss how we can all work together toward a more equitable, healthier Chicago. As we look to improve future events, we welcome your thoughts on what resonated with you and how we can ensure this event is built for you! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to hearing your insights! Please take a moment to fill out our survey: https://bit.ly/3Nt4VaT

Did you know that the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) was the first federal law to provide funding specifically for domestic violence shelters? For 40 years, FVPSA has supported critical services like crisis intervention, counseling, and hotlines to ensure survivors have a place to turn. FVPSA is at the heart of our nation’s response to domestic violence. #40YearsofFVPSA #FVPSA #DomesticViolence

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we reflect on the impacts of colonialism, including the widespread violence in Native communities. Native women experience intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and stalking at alarming rates, often by non-Native perpetrators. The lasting effects of colonization, along with a complex legal framework that limits the prosecution of offenders, continue to undermine the safety of victims, leading to intergenerational trauma and vulnerability. The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian sheds light on these issues with its exhibition No Rest: The Epidemic of Stolen Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirits, which honors the lives of #Indigenouswomen and two-spirit individuals through art and storytelling. This exhibition aligns with the MMIWG2S movement, which raises awareness and addresses the lack of response to missing or murdered Native women, girls, and two-spirit individuals. Explore more about the movement and exhibition details: https://bit.ly/4h6GxJJ

Onward Neighborhood House is proud to partner with Steph Willding, MPA, the CEO of CommunityHealth NFP, who is being recognized with the prestigious John F. Benjamin Exceptional Service Award from the Michael Reese Health Trust! 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 As part of the award ceremony on Tuesday, Stephanie is bringing together key partners in the collaborative effort behind the new Onward House CARES Community Center, which will be a model for providing equitable health access for communities on Chicago’s Northwest Side. Stephanie will moderate a panel including Amy Laboy of the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Mauricio Cifuentes of Family Service and Mental Health Center of Cicero, Michelle Di Benedetto of IWS Family Health , and Mario Garcia, Executive Director of Onward Neighborhood House. They will discuss the transformative work happening through the Onward House CARES Community Center—a collaborative initiative that will bring critical health, education, and support services to individuals and families in our communities. This collaboration showcases the power of partnership and shared vision in creating lasting impact. We are grateful for Stephanie's leadership and excited to continue working together for a healthier, stronger Chicago!

On Monday, we marked one year since the devastating events of #October7. The pain and loss felt by the Jewish community remain profound. At Michael Reese, our commitment to standing by our partners, especially in moments of deep grief, has never wavered. As we approached the anniversary, we asked ourselves “what is ours to do in this moment?” For Michael Reese, the most meaningful way to honor the lives lost is by continuing to support the Jewish community and standing in solidarity. On Monday, Michael Reese team members joined The Ark and the Chicago Jewish Day School in a day of service, honoring the victims of October 7 and every life since that day. Thank you for welcoming us. It was a privilege to join you in honoring the victims and reflecting on the enduring strength of the #Jewishcommunity.

Recent research from the National Alliance to End Homelessness Homelessness Research Institute reveals that the recent surge in #homelessness across the United States is largely attributed to a significant increase in chronic homelessness. The analysis shows that since 2016, chronic homelessness has increased by 79%, far outpacing overall homelessness and homelessness among individual adults. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eQfh0o

October 9, 2024 is Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day — a chance for healthcare providers and advocates to come together and take action in supporting survivors of domestic violence. We’re excited to share our Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day Action Toolkit, filled with powerful resources to help you spread the word and take action in support of survivors! 🔗 View our HCADV Action Toolkit at https://lnkd.in/gpF5-Juc

✨ Just one week until the John F. Benjamin Exceptional Service Award Honoring Steph Willding, MPA! We look forward to seeing you! If you weren’t able to join us this year, we look forward to sharing event highlights at a later date. Stay tuned! 🎥

Dr. Ngozi Ezike, President & CEO of Sinai Chicago recently joined the Becker's Healthcare podcast to share her insights on leading one of the nation's largest safety net health systems. She discussed the challenges of serving vulnerable communities, building partnerships to advance healthcare equity, and her journey from public health leadership to helming Sinai Chicago. Listen here! https://lnkd.in/gvJydCV6

#NationalVoterEducationWeek (NVEW) is an open-source, nonpartisan voter education campaign. During this week of interactive education, voters have the opportunity to find their polling location, understand their ballot, make a plan to #vote, and inspire others to get involved. At Michael Reese Health Trust, we understand that the participation in the voting process can play a crucial role in shaping the future of communities, as it can help ensure that all Chicagoans have access to the resources needed to live healthy lives. Check your registration, make a plan, and let your vote be your voice! Learn more when you visit, https://lnkd.in/e4qAPwzr