At CommuniCare, our workshops are designed to empower under-resourced communities with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the healthcare system effectively. Led by dedicated student/ faculty volunteers and supported by community partners, social workers, and healthcare professionals, our workshops provide comprehensive education on essential topics such as Medicare/Medicaid, affordable healthcare options, and navigating healthcare systems.
By tailoring our workshops to the specific needs of our audience and community partners, we strive to make a meaningful impact and support the health and well-being of those we serve.
Stay tuned for our fall 2024 workshop schedule!
Our workshops are run by groups of dedicated student
volunteers and faculty who are passionate about educating
under-resourced communites. At our workshops, you can expect
a comprehensive overview of essential topics such as
Medicare/Medicaid, affordable healthcare options, and
navigating county healthcare systems. We also provide detailed
information on the process for applying to health insurance
and federal relief programs.
In addition, we present a curated list of free healthcare
resources available in your vicinity, ensuring that participants
are aware of the services they can access locally. Our workshops
end with a live demonstration of our free CommuniCare app,
which connects individuals to matched healthcare resources
based on their needs and preferences. Participants will have
the opportunity to ask questions and engage with our trained
student and staff leaders, ensuring that they have a clear
undersanding of the topics covered and resources available to
them.
Our workshops are tailored to meet the needs of our audience
and community partners, making each session uniqe and highly
relevant. We work closely with our community partners to curate
our program to teh site's unique audience and needs.
Our workshops are currently held at various sites throughout New York State. We collaborate closely with local community partners to create and host our educational workshops, ensuring they are accessible to those who need them most. In the past, we have partnered with local soup kitchens, homeless shelters, supportive housing facilities, and community centers. By working with these organizations, we can reach a diverse audience and provide valuable healthcare, education, and resources. For the latest updates on workshop locations and schedules, please follow our website and social media channels.
CommuniCare is designed to serve low-income and historically under-resourced communities, ensuring that these individuals are not left behind in the healthcare system. Our goal is to bridge the gap in healthcare access by providing resources and support to those who need it the most. Through our workshops, free app, and community partnerships, we strive to create a more equitable healthcare landscape where no one is left behind.