Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County

The 2025 Annual Data Release provides a snapshot of the health of the nation’s counties through the lens of more than 80 measures — from housing, education, climate and more. Explore your county’s data: https://bit.ly/37TVGzf #CountyHealth

?? After over a year of listening to and carefully analyzing input from the Frederick County community, the 2025 Draft Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is ready for YOUR review! ?? We encourage you to review the draft report and submit feedback by Friday, April 4. ?? Read the report: https://lnkd.in/dUe3VhE2... ?? Submit feedback: https://lnkd.in/dNJYM7Yf This report examines local data that reflects the health and wellbeing of the communities that make up Frederick County. The CHNA shares the voices of residents and reveals what they think about health in our community and areas of concern. Finally, the CHNA identifies issues and health disparities and, with input from the public, narrows those community concerns into a manageable set of priorities. Frederick Health Frederick County Health Department

The Healthier Frederick team had an incredible time attending the Maryland Consumer Health Information Hub Convening at the University of Maryland Horowitz Center for Health Literacy! ???? We learned valuable strategies to enhance health literacy, empowering everyone in our community to understand and use health information to make informed decisions about their health. We’re so inspired to incorporate this knowledge into our work. By making health information accessible and understandable, we can promote healthier, more informed communities. ??

Calling Nonprofit Leaders: City and County Council Meeting on Impact of Federal Funding Policies The City of Frederick and Frederick County Councils are hosting a joint meeting to discuss the effects of federal policies under the Trump Administration on local nonprofits and the communities we serve. ?? Wednesday, March 12 ? 7:00pm ?? City Hall Boardroom, 101 N. Court Street, Frederick, MD 21701 RSVP by March 10 at https://lnkd.in/e4XK6iFz Nonprofits are on the front lines of supporting Frederick County residents, and it’s more important than ever to come together, share our experiences, and advocate for solutions. This meeting provides a platform to speak directly with local leaders about funding concerns, policy shifts, and the challenges impacting our work. Organizations are invited to send one representative to provide remarks (limited to five minutes). Those unable to RSVP may still participate during the Public Comment portion, with a three-minute time limit per speaker. If you prefer to submit written input, reports for public posting can be sent to Phylis Hane at [email protected]. If you would rather share information privately with council members, please email [email protected] and [email protected]. The City of Frederick Frederick County Government, Maryland

Do you know someone living on the Golden Mile or someone that has worked on the Golden Mile in Frederick? Consider nominating them to serve on the Community Voice Committee with the ENOUGH Initiative. They will be partnering with community organizations and their neighbors to help provide input for how to improve the lives of youth in that community. All those appointed to the Committee will be compensated for their time! Nominate someone here today: https://lnkd.in/dMvxJTrw

Community News! Maryland Nonprofits is hosting an open community conversation about the importance of justice, diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Anyone who cares about these values are invited to be part of this inclusive public conversation. Discussion will be on the importance to uphold the rights of all residents to prosper and thrive, what organizations and elected leaders are doing, and what we can all do together to create a more inclusive, just, equitable, accessible and prosperous society here in Maryland. Healthier Frederick's Executive Director, Malcolm Furgol, speaks on our commitment and responsibility to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in addressing our health priorities whilst working to advancing health equity for all. Swipe to read his quote featured in MD Nonprofits' press release! Maryland Nonprofits

Get involved! ?? The 2025-2028 local health improvement priorities have been announced as: ?? Food & Nutrition: Lack of access to affordable healthy food ?? Housing: Inadequate affordable housing supply ?? Mental Health: Lack of awareness of accessibility of resources and stigma ? Racial Equity & Justice: Institutional and systemic racism The next step in building community health involves bringing together diverse voices of the public and community partners to form LHIP Workgroups. Complete the LHIP Workgroup Interest Form to get involved! English: https://lnkd.in/ef3wTQwU Spanish: https://lnkd.in/ePx8c4ta #healthierfrederick

Get involved! ?? The 2025-2028 local health improvement priorities have been announced as: ?? Food & Nutrition: Lack of access to affordable healthy food ?? Housing: Inadequate affordable housing supply ?? Mental Health: Lack of awareness of accessibility of resources and stigma ? Racial Equity & Justice: Institutional and systemic racism The next step in building community health involves bringing together diverse voices of the public and community partners to form LHIP Workgroups. Complete the LHIP Workgroup Interest Form by visiting https://lnkd.in/evYaiKiy or clicking the link in bio by February 28 to be invited to the first Workgroup meeting! #healthierfrederick

Over 160 community members and healthcare leaders gathered virtually and in person at the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) Public Input Session to share insights to help guide the health priorities for the 2025-2028 Local Health Improvement Process cycle. "This is a wonderful chance for all of us to share our voices and help shape our priorities for the next Local Health Improvement Planning cycle. By coming together, we can align our goals and make a bigger impact to improve the health and well-being of our community,” said Heather Kirby, Vice President of Integrated Care Delivery & Chief Population Health Officer with Frederick Health. We appreciate everyone who participated in shaping Frederick County's health initiatives in collaboration with the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County and the Frederick County Health Department. Thank you to those who attended and participated in this important event, including Frederick Health Board Member Denise Rollins, PhD, and Frederick Health team members, Patti Buckmaster, Lori Sprecher, Teri Heger, and Elexsis Gibson, the Executive Director of the Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County, Malcolm Furgol and The Mayor of the City of Frederick, Michael O'Connor.

Thank you to the businesses that attended Session 2 of the Recovery is Good Business workshop series! Participants gained valuable insights on reducing stigma and using recovery-friendly resources, as well as lifesaving skills through hands-on Naloxone training. Attendees also received Employer and Employee Toolkits and an Overdose Response Kit to enhance workplace preparedness. Session 3: Sustaining a Recovery-Friendly Workplace takes place in just two days! ?? January 30, 2025 | ? 9:00 am – 11:00 am This session will focus on developing long-term strategies and policies to support employees. Takeaways include a Workplace Policy Template and Employee Wellness Resource Guide. Don’t miss this opportunity to complete the series—register today! ??https://lnkd.in/et3reGMK Coalition for a Healthier Frederick County Trauma Specialists of Maryland, LLC Frederick County Health Department Maryland Department of Labor #RecoveryIsGoodBusiness #FCWS #InclusiveWorkplaces #RecoveryFriendlyWorkplace