Common Ground Health

08/29/2025

Nearly half of Rochester children live in poverty. Many of these kids have benefited from thousands upon thousands of FREE Summer Meals offered while school is not in session. Now, this program, along with many others that help our community, is under threat due to changing federal policies. Learn more at the Rochester Food Policy website at https://ow.ly/CQm750WOq4h

08/28/2025

On September 15 at 6 pm at Partners in Restorative Initiatives (PiRI), join us for an evening with Indigenous Health Coalition member Whitney Brooks, MS RDN CDN. Whitney is enrolled Seneca, Turtle Clan, and the first Seneca Registered Dietician.

During the session she will cover how to:
• establish a balanced, healthy eating pattern
• dispel myths and misinformation
• incorporate Traditional Indigenous foods

Registration appreciated: https://ow.ly/PPiL50WNEa1

08/18/2025

Please join us this Wednesday!

08/13/2025

08/07/2025

Are you interested in learning more about identifying risk factors and warning signs of mental health challenges for adolescents? Earn an official certification from Mental Health First Aid USA!

Taught by certified trainer Norman Simmons, this free course will take place on October 9, from 9 am to 2 pm, at Common Ground Health. Registration is required: https://ow.ly/pLeK50WBE7J

07/10/2025

TONIGHT is the Food Policy Council's film screening at The Little Theatre, starting at 6:30 pm.

Don't miss your chance to see "Farming While Black" and hear community experts discuss the positive impacts of farming and gardening on mental health! Learn more and get your tickets today at https://ow.ly/hqHt50WmxOX

Presented by the Rochester Food Policy Council and by the Rochester Black Nurses Association.

07/09/2025

We’re growing our Communications team! If you have a passion for content creation, health equity, and community impact, this role is for you. From newsletters to social media to video, you’ll help shape the voice of a mission-driven organization. Learn more and apply today at commongroundhealth.org/careers

07/08/2025

Tickets are going fast for the Food Policy Council's film screening THIS THURSDAY, July 10, at The Little Theatre!

Don't miss your chance to see "Farming While Black" and hear community experts discuss the positive impacts of farming and gardening on mental health! Learn more and get your tickets today at https://ow.ly/35pC50WlEkj

Presented by the Rochester Food Policy Council and by the Rochester Black Nurses Association.

A special screening, followed by a panel discussion / Q&A about “Cultivating Wellness: Mental Health Support Through Farming and Gardening.”

07/03/2025

On July 10 at 6:30 pm, join with members of the Rochester Food Policy Council for a special film screening of Farming While Black: Reclaiming Land & Agricultural Heritage, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A about “Cultivating Wellness: Mental Health Support Through Farming and Gardening.”

Get your tickets today at https://ow.ly/GoEP50WaSKU

Presented by the Rochester Food Policy Council and the Rochester Black Nurses Association.

Check out the trailer for the film below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35jF-8gY0BQ

Official Selection of the 2024 Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's CapitalExamines the historical plight of Black farmers in the U.S. and the rising ...

06/26/2025

PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately the "Eating for Wellness" session, originally scheduled for this evening, June 26, has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for the inconvenience and are working on finding a new date for this important learning opportunity. Thank you!

06/25/2025

On July 10 at 6:30 pm, join with members of the Rochester Food Policy Council for a special film screening of Farming While Black: Reclaiming Land & Agricultural Heritage, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A about “Cultivating Wellness: Mental Health Support Through Farming and Gardening.”

Get your tickets today at https://ow.ly/Gq5I50Wfy62

Presented by the Rochester Food Policy Council and the Rochester Black Nurses Association.