There are few things in my work here at CCMU that I am as passionate about as bringing people together to catalyze change. As you might expect, the idea of “collective impact” is right up my alley.
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The Evidence for Empathy
One of the most commonly asked questions we get at CCMU is how we define “medically underserved.” Our answer is that the medically underserved are those who are vulnerable to poor health. A person’s health is shaped by countless things, but our life circumstances are a major determining factor. These
Making our New Year’s Resolutions
This time of year is full of resolutions and promises to do more of the things we know are good for us and are effective. Eat more vegetables. Exercise more consistently.
Reading, Writing, and a Year in Review
Every week we publish a new blog post written by one of our CCMU staff or board members. We write from the heart, and we draw from our own experiences to help share our perspective on the issues.
Farming in All Seasons
Given the deep freeze and the snow on the ground, you might expect things to be pretty quiet at Sunnyside Up Farm this time of year. In farming though, the winter season is just as important and busy a time of year as any.
Everything Looks Like a Failure in the Middle
Change is hard. Change is risky. Change is exhausting. But, change is really our only option. Not just because change is inevitable, but also because WE NEED CHANGE IN OUR CURRENT HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.
Inside the Petri Dish
The 2008 Blue Ribbon Commission in Colorado was a big part of how Colorado became a petri dish for health reform. Since then, we have consistently expanded coverage and made critical investments to improve efficiency and value in the health care system.
Empathy for Anthony
My ten-year-old brain tried desperately to process the very adult concepts of poverty and inequality, and how these might somehow be connected to one of my own classmate’s ability to do well in school, be healthy, and succeed.
Keep on Growing—Up and Out
As I’m preparing to retire from my position as Executive Director of Oral Health Colorado (OHCO), I’m taking time to reflect on what I’ve learned and how I’ve grown as a part of a very unique network of oral health advocates.
Reflections on Leadership
I live one mile from work abd prefer to walk the 20 or so minutes. I have been enjoying it, especially in these last few months where I’ve been able to stomp over crunchy leaves and breathe in the crisp autumn air.