Transforming Communities 2022 Prioritization Process

September 22, 2022

We invite Springfield residents to give their feedback on the most pressing needs for the City of Springfield. Mercy Medical Center/Trinity Health of New England has funding to address health needs in Springfield and we are seeking input from residents on the top health issues.


Please join us:

  • Thursday, October 6, 2022, 5:30-7:00 pm, free food, $20 gift card to the first 20 participants- Register here!
  • Thursday, October 13, 2022, 12:30-1:30 pm, $20 gift card to first 20 participants- Register here!


About the Project

These two events are being held as part of the Transforming Communities Initiative 2022 prioritization process. The process so far has involved an Advisory Committee of representatives from community organizations and Springfield residents. The Advisory Committee, which is convened by Mercy Medical Center and the Public Health Institute of Western Mass, includes Resident Advisors and representatives from several community-based organizations. The Advisory Committee has reviewed health needs and barriers identified in Mercy Medical Center’s recent Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). They are working to narrow the list to 3-5 topics to then bring to the community for feedback. Learn more.

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