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Welcoming Sol Flores: A Champion for Equity and Community
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We are honored to welcome Sol Flores to the Michael Reese Health Trust Board of...

Exploring the Intersection of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Domestic Violence
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Decades of research into traumatic brain injuries (TBI) initially focused on athletes and veterans, examining...

A Journey of Tenacity, Progress, and Sustainability
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In recent weeks, Heartland Alliance Health faced the difficult prospect of closing due to financial...

Staying True to Our Work In Uncertain Times
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Dear Friends and Partners,   Over the past month, the current federal administration’s actions have sparked...

Meet Michael Reese’s New Program Directors: Rashonda Johnson, PhD and Gina Massuda Barnett, MPH
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We are thrilled to announce the addition of Rashonda Johnson, PhD as the new Program...

Our Newest Board Members: Welcoming Innovation and Leadership
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We are excited to introduce and welcome our newest board members: Lee Miller and Dr....

Ameya Pawar Named Next CEO of Michael Reese Health Trust 
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The Board of Trustees of Chicago-based Michael Reese Health Trust today announced that Ameya Pawar...

Our Continued Commitment: Addressing Homelessness After Grants Pass v. Johnson
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The Supreme Court’s decision in Grants Pass v. Johnson represents a significant setback for people...

Beyond the Ballot: Moving Forward After the Referendum
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While we are disappointed by the outcome of the Bring Chicago Home Referendum, our commitment...

Support of Bring Chicago Home on behalf of Chicago Funders Together to End Homelessness
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Emily Krisciunas and Kathy Niedorowski lead Chicago Funders Together to End Homelessness, a collaborative of...

Michael Reese Health Trust Announces CEO Transition 
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President and CEO Gayla Brockman will be stepping down and leaving her role at Michael...

Michael Reese Health Trust Commits Half a Million Dollars to Affordable Housing Ballot Resolution (Bring Chicago Home) 
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In November, the Chicago City Council passed a resolution to put affordable housing on the...