We develop every program at PHMC and our affiliates to serve a clearly identifiable need. At the same time, we understand that every population we serve faces a range of issues. The interplay of those challenges defines what that population requires of the public health infrastructure.

Announcements from PHMC.

On March 29, 2011, PHMC took part in the Pennsylvania One Book, Every Young Child literacy program, a statewide campaign to highlight the importance of early literacy development in preschoolers ages three to six through a single, shared reading experience.

PHMC’s Research and Evaluation Group offers Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping services. Programs can use GIS to map and analyze data, including population data, geographic boundaries and service locations.

“Healthy foods are not available in many neighborhoods,” a young female voice says as an image of a distressed Philadelphia neighborhood flashes on the screen, followed by another with shelves full of potato chips, candy and soda. “Corner stores put junk food in the front so it’s in plain sight,” the girl continues.

Last year, PHMC affiliate Joseph J. Peters Institute celebrated 55 trailblazing years of protecting children against the devastating results of sexual abuse. At Protecting Children 2010, its event held in December, JJPI highlighted organizational accomplishments and the dedicated work of outgoing board chair Paul J. Fink, MD. Protecting children is at the core of everything JJPI does.

PHMC affiliate Resources for Children’s Health (RCH) held its annual gala, Strengthen a Child’s Tomorrow Today, on November 7.

The Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative (SEPC) brings together a group of neighborhood-based organizations dedicated to providing educational, safe, fun and inspiring learning and social environments for youth ages 12 to 18.

PHMC’s and its affiliates’ programs and services range from teaching children about nutrition in the classroom to training teens to run a marathon. We believe that bettering the health of tomorrow’s generation begins now. Read about some of the programs we offer.

Despite being underage, 16-year-old RaeNa Johnson regularly buys cigarettes. And she gets paid to do it. Johnson is one of ten youth surveyors, ages 15 to 17, hired by Health Promotion Council (HPC) to try to buy tobacco products.

How connected are you to your social network? When was the last time you picked up the phone to talk with a friend? Joined a softball team? Chatted with your neighbor who lives across the street?