Our Vision
Community Health Awareness Network Grows Equity (CHANGE) is a non-profit healthcare organization incorporated in the State of Massachusetts dedicated to improving the health, healthcare access, and provision of the best care for the low-income African immigrant in the greater Worcester area in Massachusetts.
Due to the increase in the number and diversity of African immigrants in the recent past in the US, there is a growing need to not only assess their health care needs and practices but also the challenges in providing the best care. The majority of low-income African immigrants lack knowledge of the risk factors associated with chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and hypertension, among others, as well as the importance of early detection through screening tests of potential problems such as breast cancer and prostate cancer.
Some of the challenges include a lack of support in programs, language barriers, and cultural competencies. Culture influences not only healthcare practices but also how providers of healthcare and the recipients of care perceive the medical condition or illness.
Our Mission
Empowering and strengthening immigrant communities through health education, outreach, screening, and access to comprehensive, culturally sensitive care and resources.
Our Team
“Lovo, words cannot express how grateful we are for your outstanding contributions. Your dedication, hard work, and passion have made a remarkable impact on our community. You have selflessly given your time and energy, and your efforts have not gone unnoticed.”
- Sam Browne