• How Wellness West Aims to Transform Lives and Healthcare on the West Side

    Renee Washington, a client of Wellness West, faced a difficult journey before encountering the program. Living in a shelter, she struggled to prioritize her health due to the lack of resources and space. Wanting even to eat healthier was not an option. 
    “The main thing about living in a shelter is that you don’t have your own space, a space of your own to prioritize yourself and your needs,” Washington said. “You can’t cook for yourself. You may want to do bett

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