Equal Hope

Join us for the 2025 Equal Hope Celebrating Life Benefit — a night of celebration, empowerment, and action to advance women’s health equity. Through compelling storytelling, immersive exhibits, and powerful messages from patients, survivors, and caregivers, we’ll highlight the urgent need for equitable access to life-saving cancer care. Be part of this transformative evening that celebrates resilience and drives lasting change for a healthier, more equitable future for all women. Secure your tickets today and explore exclusive sponsorship opportunities to make an even greater impact! https://ow.ly/N2ga50VuaGb

Wrapping up our panelist features from last Monday’s Equal Hope Health Equity Breakfast! We’re excited to feature Dr. Patricia Robinson. Don’t miss her insights on how Equal Hope is driving change to close the health disparity gap and her bold vision for the organization’s future impact!

A warm welcome to our newest team members! We're thrilled to have you join us and can't wait to see the amazing contributions you'll bring to the table.

Get ready for a one-stop health and wellness destination at the South Shore United Methodist Church Community Food Market! Take advantage of free vaccines, testing, and vital health resources. Plus, registered participants will receive free groceries! From mammograms to HIV testing, COVID vaccines, and family support services, we've partnered with top organizations to bring you everything you need to thrive. Don’t miss out on this empowering event—your health, your community, your future! https://ow.ly/QCuV50VuOxM

“We have a robust healthcare system, but who was it designed to serve?” This was one of the many powerful statements from the panel at the Equal Hope Health Equity Breakfast. Although we have many advances in healthcare, this event was a stark reminder that barriers to healthcare still remain for historically underserved populations. Panelists told their own stories of their experiences of inequitable treatment and access to healthcare. Alderperson Fuentes recounted being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, but being unsure on how to afford the high cost of care as a college student. Representative Evans discussed being diagnosed with cancer, but told by several doctors that it was asthma initially. It wasn’t until he ended up in the hospital with tumors pushing against his esophagus that physicians finally ordered the diagnostic imaging, and realized that he needed surgery immediately. We were also reminded that although we have telemedicine, there are areas in Chicago that still don’t have access to broadband internet, limiting their access to care. These stories, and many others illustrate the systemic barriers to healthcare access, and why healthcare equity is needed now more than ever. The panelists emphasized the power of community, advocacy, and communication. Now more that ever, it’s imperative to use our knowledge as physicians and scientists to engage our communities, and promote healthcare literacy and quality healthcare for all. Thank you to Illinois State Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr., MATTER CEO Steven Collens, Equal Hope Board President Dr. Patricia Robinson, and 26th Ward Alderperson Jessie Fuentes for sharing these critical insights. Thank you Equal Hope CEO Dr. Paris Thomas for hosting this timely and empowering event. For more information on the event, see the following link: https://lnkd.in/egQmBcJW #healthequity #healthdisparities #healthcare #advocacy

Let’s continue highlighting our incredible Health Equity Breakfast Panelists! Today, we’re excited to feature Alderperson Jessie Fuentes. Tune in to hear her powerful testament on the importance of quality healthcare for all. Keep checking back as we honor the changemakers leading the charge for health equity.

 "Flex Fridays: Move & Groove," a dynamic fitness program presented by SINAI COMMUNITY INSTITUTE INC in collaboration with our Healthy Chicago Zones (HCZ) Community Partners—Austin Coming Together, Enlace Chicago, Erie Neighborhood House, Equal Hope, and West Side United. This complimentary series caters to participants of all fitness levels and abilities. Program Details: Instructor: Matt Stennis, Professional Performance Trainer Location: Sinai Community Institute Townhall, 2653 W Ogden Ave Dates: April 4, 11, & 18 from 12 PM – 1 PM Parking: Available on the street

Thanks for the great feature of our Health Equity Breakfast, Chicago Defender! https://ow.ly/gETK50Vu0FT

Over the next few days, we’ll be featuring our incredible panelists from the Equal Hope Health Equity Breakfast. Today, we’re kicking it off with Matter CEO, Steven Collens! Watch this snippet to hear his take on the intersection of health equity and technology. Stay tuned as we continue to spotlight these visionary leaders who are shaping the future of health equity.

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