Health Care
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Unity in Diversity
By Sister Mary Catherine Redmond, PBVM Over the last three years, congregations of women religious in our geographic area have been gathering. The simple meetings have evolved into stronger relationships and collaboration. The initial conversations were informative as we told the stories of how our congregations were started, what our formation was like and what…
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City Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy Answers the Yonkers Ledger Questionnaire
Lakisha Collins-Bellamy is running in the June 24, 2025 Democratic primary for Yonkers City Council President.
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North Node Therapy: Reshaping Mental Health Care in BIPOC Communities
North Node Therapy provides mental health care to marginalized communities, focusing on reducing stigmas around therapy.
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Free Screening of ‘DUST’ Documentary Sheds Light on 9/11 Survivor Stories
Free screening of “DUST” documentary hosted by S.I.C. & NY Assemblyman Nader Sayegh raises awareness on 9/11 survivors’ health issues.
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Addressing Systemic Disparities in Mental Health Care
Max Guttman, LCSW, describes common, but unfortunate scenarios related to disparities in mental health care.
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Navigating the Maze of Mental Health Reform: A Call for Genuine Access and Integration
Access to mental health resources is more than just opening doors; it is about organizing mental health care into the community.
