Across the region, there's a big disparity in how long people live. Nearly 90 years, on average, in Indian Hill and Mason, but barely over 60 in Arlington Heights and Adams County. That's nearly 30 years of life, love, children, grandchildren, and memories that are lost. Why? Community health experts are looking at the larger forces that shape health and wellness. The places where we grow up, live, work, and age shape our lives and our opportunities to thrive. Soapbox's "Health Justice in Action" series is a year-long deep dive into the factors that people and neighborhoods need for long, healthful lives, and spotlight individuals and organizations working toward building healthier, resilient communities. This series is made possible with support from Interact for Health, a foundation serving a 20-county region to advance health justice. Visit their website to learn more about Interact for Health's commitment to working with communities to advance health justice.
People who feel their voice matters are healthier and empowered. As divisions nationally appear to become deeper, this series, part of the larger Health Justice in Action project, examines efforts to make voices heard and improve community connections.
Grassroots organizations like NEST provide neighbors with the civic muscle and voice to create the kind of places they want to live in.
Becky Payne's work has focused on supporting projects to improve overall community health and well-being.
Leaders of an Ohio not-for-profit organization saw an opportunity to create a center for community services in Appalachia.
States will need to take on hundreds of millions in new expenses, which could mean massive cuts or the elimination of the SNAP program.
As the cost of housing has soared and wages have stagnated, evictions have surged in Greater Cincinnati.
Efforts to improve access to healthy food is good for health, builds civic muscle, and strengthens neighborhood connections.
Discrimination, bullying, family dynamics, and a wave of new legislation all play roles in the mental health crisis. But some communities are bucking the trend.
Groundwork Ohio River Valley's grassroots approach starts with asking residents what they need for healthier, sustainable neighborhoods.
Cradle Cincinnati’s model brings together parents, caregivers, health care professionals, and community members to support mothers and babies.
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