Common Ground Health brings together leaders from our 14-county region to collaborate on strategie
Common Ground Health is one of the nation’s oldest and most effective regional health planning organizations located in Rochester, NY. We bring together health care providers, insurers, consumers and other partners to find common ground on our area’s most pressing health challenges. Using the region's most comprehensive health data, together we hammer out strategies for better care, smarter spendi
06/23/2026
Huge shout out the team members who peddled in the parade this weekend, led by the peddle-master himself, Jesse Knoth. Many thanks to who supplied the people-powered vehicle! What a great way to celebrate the day and see the city.
06/18/2026
Happening tomorrow!
We hope you’ll join us this Juneteenth for a powerful day of celebration, reflection, and community.
Jackie Dozier, our director of community health and well-being, will be honored as an Elder—recognizing her years of service, leadership, and dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of Rochester’s Black community.
Come out tomorrow, and on Saturday for the parade and festival and be part of this meaningful celebration.
📅 June 19 & 20 | 📍 MLK Jr. Memorial Park
Find all the details here: https://www.racf.org/about/events/2026-juneteenth-festival/
Health happens in community—and everyone deserves access to care, trusted information, and spaces that celebrate culture and connection. The Latino Health Coalition is proud to present Unidos por la Salud (United for Health), a free community event focused on wellness, health engagement, and bringing resources directly to our neighborhoods.
📍 International Plaza (828 N Clinton Ave)
📅 Friday, August 21
🕚 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Join us for:
✅ Free food
✅ Free health screenings and information
✅ Free music by
✅ Free games and fun for kids
When we come together, we help build a healthier community for all. Everyone is welcome!
06/16/2026
Supporting the well-being of frontline workers is essential to stronger, healthier communities.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17, from 9–10 a.m., the NYS Trauma-Informed Network Resource Center (TINRC) will launch the Frontline Workers Wellness Toolkit at a free virtual event. The new online toolkit offers practical resources for stress awareness and wellness for people working across New York in a range of industries, sectors, and roles.
Attendees will get a guided tour of the toolkit, learn more about TINRC and opportunities to stay involved, and take part in a live Q&A. The event is open to all New Yorkers and does not require registration.
Mark your calendars and share this post to help spread the word!
Learn more:
https://www.traumainformedny.org/event/nys-tinrc-frontline-worker-wellness-toolkit-launch-event/
NYS TINRC Frontline Workers Wellness Toolkit Launch Event | Trauma-Informed Network Resource Center At the NYS TINRC, we are excited to announce the upcoming launch of the NYS TINRC Frontline Workers Wellness Toolkit. With funding from the NYS Office of Mental Health, this free, […]
Celebrating 20 Years of Sisterhood!
For the first time A Call to Women of Color is planning a full weekend to honor two decades of community and connection. Join us:
• Friday, Sept 11 — screening of Me Period at The Little Theater with director Lisa Cunningham and talkback ($20).
• Saturday, Sept 12 — ACTWOC 20th Anniversary Social at Genesee Valley Park (free).
• Sunday, Sept 13 — our inaugural Little Black Dress event at La Luna in High Falls ($20).
Or, get a VIP multi-day pass, which includes all events, a free T-shirt, and a private reception with the director.
Learn more at commongroundhealth.org/ACTWOC26
06/12/2026
Did you hear? There’s a health care rodeo making its way through Rochester! If you missed the first one, don’t worry—there are two more opportunities to get your blood pressure checked, learn about vital resources in your community and connect with health professionals across a variety of disciplines.
Learn more in this dynamic interview with WDKX’s Tariq Spence, Dr. Mary Bisbee-Bates and Jeffrey Freeman:
Health Care Rodeo coming to Rochester this summer | Common Ground Health Tariq Spence, host of the WDKX morning show, talks with Dr. Mary Bisbee-Burrows, chair of the African American Health Coalition, and Health Coalitions Manager Jeffrey Freeman, about their plans to bring health information and services directly to the people.
06/12/2026
Juneteenth is just one week away!
We hope you’ll join us this Juneteenth for a powerful day of celebration, reflection, and community.
Our Director of Community Health and Well-Being Jackie Dozier will be honored as an Elder by the Wazee Circle of Elders—recognizing her years of service, leadership, and dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of Rochester’s Black community.
Find all the details for the Elder's ceremony and other activities across two days of community celebrations: https://www.racf.org/about/events/2026-juneteenth-festival/
📅 June 19 | 📍 MLK Jr. Memorial Park