West Baltimore Churches Become One-Stop Health Centers

In Sandtown-Winchester, neighborhood churches like Simmons Memorial Baptist are now serving as one-stop service centers where residents can get blood pressure screenings, behavioral health services, substance use support, food assistance, and primary care referrals — all under one roof. The partnership between clergy, Grace Medical Center, LifeBridge Health, and community organizations brings healthcare to places where trust already exists, reaching residents who face some of the region’s highest health risks.Source: Baltimore Community Foundation