Wellness West

We are Wellness West, a collaboration of leading hospitals, health systems and community organizations representing hundreds of years of experience on the West Side of Chicago. Working together, this coalition is closing the gaps in the healthcare delivery system. #HealthEquity #HealthcareTransformation #Healthcare #Health #PatientCare #SocialServices?#WellnessWest #ContinuityofCare #IllinoisHealthcareCollaborative #hospitals #community #wellness #collaboration

? Congratulations to Loretto Hospital, a proud Wellness West partner, for earning an "A" grade in the Fall 2024 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Report! ?? This recognition highlights their dedication to patient safety and exceptional care on Chicago’s West Side. We’re inspired by your commitment to advancing health and equity in our community! Learn More Here: https://lnkd.in/gvWgP9m7 #WellnessWest #HealthEquity #CommunityCare #PatientSafety #LeapfrogGrade #ChicagoHealth #HealthcareHeroes

Wellness West is proud to highlight our board member, Bessie Alcantara, Executive Director of Alternatives Inc., for her incredible leadership and dedication. Congratulations to Bessie for being recognized in Crain's Chicago Business 2024 Notable Latino Leaders list! This honor reflects her unwavering commitment to creating positive change in our communities. We’re grateful to partner with Alternatives Inc. as they continue empowering youth and families across Chicago. @alternativesinc @crainschicago @bessie_alcantara #WellnessWest #CommunityLeadership #LatinoLeaders #CrainsChicago #HealthEquity #AlternativesInc #YouthEmpowerment #ChicagoLeadership #NotableLatinoLeaders #MakingADifference

En esta temporada de Acción de Gracias, agradecemos a los miembros de nuestra Junta Directiva que son cruciales para la realización de nuestro trabajo y dirigen nuestros esfuerzos de colaboración #WellnessWest #ColaboracionComunitaria #SolucionesInnovadoras #EquidadenlaSalud

In this season of Thanksgiving, we appreciate our Board members, who are crucial to the work we are able to do and lead our collaborative efforts. #WellnessWest #CommunityCollaboration #InnovativeSolutions #HealthEquity #BoardMembers

Meet Airfield, a 65-year-old from North Lawndale facing hypertension, diabetes, and food insecurity. With the support of CHWs Cornelius Chandler and Bernice Moore at the Breakthrough Food Pantry, she navigated insurance issues and joined the Food Connections program. Now, her diabetes levels are under control! "Cornelius and Bernice are my angels. I trust them with my life.” #WellnessWest #FoodInsecurity #HealthEquity #CommunityHealth #CHWs #SupportLocal #Empowerment #BreakthroughChicago

?? Over 800 million adults globally now face diabetes, with over half untreated. The U.S. is no exception, with diabetes rates rising. While participating in the Wellness West program , 49% of patients with diabetes improved their hemoglobin A1c levels. ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/gYM3-4Cp #HealthEquity #DiabetesAwareness #WellnessWest #DiseasePrevention #CommunityHealth #ChronicIllness

On Diabetes Awareness Day, we highlight how Wellness West is transforming lives by empowering patients. Examining social determinants of health and addressing gaps in need can help our program participants maintain their health, allowing them to lead fuller, healthier lives. #DiabetesAwarenessDay #WellnessWest #DiabetesManagement #HealthyLiving #FoodConnections #HealthEquity #CommunitySupport

Happy Veterans Day! Today, we honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your sacrifices and dedication are deeply appreciated, and we are grateful for your service. ?? #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringService #Gratitude #MilitaryAppreciation

At our "Bridging the Equity Gap: Food Insecurity on the West Side" town hall, Donald Dew emphasized Wellness West’s "fierce urgency of now" in addressing food insecurity on Chicago’s West Side. His words resonated deeply, underscoring our commitment to immediate action and meaningful change. Together, we’re dedicated to creating a future where access to nutritious food is a reality for all. ???? #WellnessWest #FoodInsecurity #CommunityHealth #HealthEquity #WestSideChicago #UrgencyOfNow #CommunityEmpowerment #FightingHunger #BridgingTheGap