In the Headlines

July 31, 2019 - Common Ground's Jenn Beideman voices the importance of the Peace Walk as a way of teaching kids to be an advocate for change

July 26, 2019 -  Congratulations to Rochester City School #57 Principal, Eva Thomas for receiving Common Ground's Healthy Schools Champion Award.

July 16, 2019 - This national story showcases how colorful sidewalks in Rochester are helping to calm traffic and build a sense of community. Common Ground’s Mike Bulger points out that street art nudges residents toward healthier options and safer behaviors.

July 14, 2019 - Healthi Kids', PlayROCs your Neighborhorhood worked with more than 50 partners to raise awareness for safe and accessible play spaces in the City of Rochester.

July 13, 2019 - Healthi Kids', PlayROCs your Neighborhood generates involvement from local churches, libraries, and block club volunteers in creating awareness of the importance of safe, accessible play areas.

July 11, 2019 - PlayROCs your Neighborhood is critical to whole child health says Jenn Beideman, Healthi Kids' Advocacy Manager at Common Ground.

July 11, 2019 - Joe DiFiore of Common Ground's Healthi Kids, says the growth of this event is a testament to the dedication of community members to promote change.

July 4, 2019 - July 4, 2019 - In a group effort, Common Ground will provide free cold meals every day this summer to City of Rochester kids under the age of 18.

July 3, 2019 - North Clinton Avenue will receive a Reconnect Rochester, Complete Streets Makeover using equipment from Common Ground's Healthi Kids library of traffic

July 2, 2019 - Dina Faticone, Director of Community Health and Engagement at Common Ground indentifies participation in summer meals is tied to the availablility of summer programs.

June 29, 2019 - Colorful sidewalks and crosswalks encourage people to be outside, said Jenn Beideman, Advocacy Manager at Common Ground

June 28, 2019 -  Finger Lakes Health’s 2018 “Report to the Community" outlines Common Ground's Regional Blood Pressure Registry.