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Annual Report 2023: Reimagining age-friendly neighborhoods

Pictured: GOBike volunteers leading residents on a walk audit This story first appeared in our 2023 annual report. How can we create neighborhoods that welcome residents of all ages, where…

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Annual Report 2023: Building bridges between social care and health systems

This story first appeared in our 2023 annual report. “I’ve always believed that social workers and community groups had an important place at the table as part of the medical…

Annual Report 2023: Expanding access to early childhood support across New York State

This story first appeared in our 2023 annual report. Being a parent of young children can be overwhelming. Why isn’t my baby crawling yet? What if I can’t afford diapers?…

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Annual Report: Changing the statewide conversation about doulas

This story was first published in our 2023 annual report, Reframing the Big Picture. Data show us that doulas can contribute to better maternal health outcomes, including fewer premature births…

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Imagine Nonviolence: Expand the Reach

Request for Proposals The Health Foundation for Western & Central New York is now accepting proposals for Imagine Nonviolence: Expand the Reach. The initiative is designed to support innovative and…