Working with Communities
Empowering communities is paramount to the success of The Collaborative. We will leverage our community partnerships at Jefferson to enact real change in Philadelphia’s most vulnerable communities.
Committed to Community
Jefferson has a longstanding commitment to providing equitable care for Philadelphia residents. Currently, Jefferson serves 1 million people at 14 hospitals in 29 zip codes.
Committed to Community
Jefferson has a longstanding commitment to providing equitable care for Philadelphia residents. Currently, Jefferson serves 1 million people at 14 hospitals in 29 zip codes.
Provide better access to healthcare
Create health and resource centers that adequately serve the needs of the diverse populations that live in Philadelphia.
Address hunger and food insecurity
Improve access to nutritious, healthy and affordable food options.
Train and prepare people for jobs
Partner with community and workforce development agencies to help residents secure fruitful employment opportunities.
Build new green spaces in our communities
Work with community stakeholders to help create an infrastructure that will provide Philadelphia neighborhoods with access to a healthy outdoor environment.
Trauma Resources
Identify accessible and sustainable support services for individuals and families battling the many effects and various types of trauma.
Financial empowerment
Create equitable opportunities for Philadelphia residents to achieve and maintain financial security.