Stories from the Community
Throughout the year, Brown University Health Community Health Institute is changing the lives of tens of thousands of New Englanders through its programs, events and community activities. While research and data confirm the positive impact and transformational experiences of our work, it is the individual stories that are the most powerful.
Through their own words, memories and involvement, their stories come to life. Learn how our coaches, mentors, staff and volunteers are making a difference for the people in our community.
Mentoring Program: Changing Two Lives with One Mentor
Leo, a young professional, sees himself in Bayron, a high schooler he is mentoring. They share cultural and family qualities, a love of soccer, and have created a bond for a lifetime.
Diabetes Prevention Program: Improving Individual Lifestyles Together
Sheryl Parente, an outreach specialist and lifestyle coach/facilitator with the Community Health Institute, talks about the importance of the Diabetes Prevention Program and gives practical tips for anyone considering the program.
Connect for Health: Advocating for the Health of Others
Peter "PJ" Newman and his colleagues play a key role in coordinating and delivering affordable, high-quality "wrap-around" and "continuation of care" services for patients referred from emergency departments and community organizations.
Food Is Medicine: Making Healthy Eating Simple and Affordable
Jeanette Nessett, RDN, LDN, a Community Outreach Specialist with the Community Health Institute, is helping communities discover that eating well doesn’t have to break the bank. As a trained dietitian and authority on healthy eating, she’s showing families how simple, affordable choices can transform health.