Upham's Community Care

🌟 A heartfelt thank you to Doble Engineering for their incredible generosity! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Doble Engineering has donated 100 laptops to our organization. These devices will make a world of difference by helping us bridge the technology divide in our community. Whether it's for community members, training sessions, or field staff, these laptops will empower us to create new opportunities and provide essential resources. Your support means the world to us, and we are excited to see the positive impact this will have. Thank you, Doble Engineering, for being a true partner in our mission! 💻✨ #CommunitySupport #BridgingTheDivide #Gratitude

Last week was National Health Center Week. As always, we are grateful for our staff's hard work, compassion and continued dedication to UCC's mission. Thank you for everything you do every day!

Meet our Board Members! Jagdeep Trivedi is the Chief Executive Officer for the Upham's Corner Health Center! "Jagdeep Trivedi brings over eighteen years of administrative leadership experience in medical device startups, managed care and alternative payment strategies. Jay began at UCHC in 2004 as the Operations Director of the Elder Service Plan, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and since January 2016 has been serving as the Executive Director/CEO. Jay received a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Health Administration from Suffolk University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from Boston University. Since 2011, Jay has been Adjunct Faculty for Boston University’s Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Human Physiology program. In 2011, he was awarded the Professional Achievement Award from Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Boston University." Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers

We’re at the YMCA in Roxbury today with our partners Upham's Community Care spreading the word about #PACE on this warm day. Many great community resources here today including our friends Careforth!

Meet our Board Members! Marjorie Janvier is the Chief Medical Officer for Upham's Community Care. "Dr. Janvier received a Bachelor of Science in healthcare management and policy and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania. She obtained her Medical and Master of Public Health degrees from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her Internal Medicine residency and chief residency at Caritas St. Elizabeth’s Hospital and an Infectious Diseases Fellowship at The Miriam Hospital/ Brown University. During her residency, Dr. Janvier discovered a passion for community health and commitment to providing HIV positive patients with quality, integrated health care. “The way that patients open up about their greatest hopes for themselves and their fears is very intimate. It is a great responsibility to understand these and to provide guidance.” In 2015, Dr. Janvier joined the Adult Medicine staff at The Dimock Center, where she provided primary and HIV specialty care for over 800 patients. During her eight years at Dimock, Dr. Janvier held several leadership positions, including Director of Care Management, Medical Residency Director and Clinical Director of Adult Medicine. In recognition of her community dedication and leadership, she was named a Roxbury Hometown Hero in 2021." Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers

We are proud to announce that Upham’s PACE has been featured in the Boston Seniority Magazine! Click below to learn more about our recent Age-Friendly business certification.

Jagdeep Trivedi (Jay), CEO of Uphams Community Care, was a latch key kid raised in Medford, MA. His parents emigrated from India in 1973 with only $8 to their name, but they worked hard to secure jobs in the medical field in to support their three sons. Inspired by his Mom & Dad, Jay wanted to pursue a career in Neurology, but since his grades didn't cut, he had to take a different path. Today, Jay Trivedi, is only the second CEO in the 53 year history of Upham's Community Care. How did he get there? It wasn't easy... Listen to what he has to say about the current state of healthcare services in Boston's underserved communities. You can watch on YouTube by clicking on the link below. Or you can also access today's episode here... Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e4fMUnW2 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQuzMD2y... Amazon Music: https://lnkd.in/eZqCiKdr... JCE Consulting, Inc. www.uphams.org History of community health centers: https://lnkd.in/ek9KR4up

Thank you to all of our community health care partners who contributed to making "State House Day" a success this week! We gathered to focus on the critical issue of the "primary care access crisis." The day featured a legislative briefing packed with valuable insights, followed by lunch in the Great Hall and an engaging awards ceremony. We were honored to have many of our community health partners present, rallying together to support this vital cause. The gathering together on the Grand Staircase showed our unified effort to advance community health. #StateHouseDay2024 #CommunityHealth #PrimaryCare #HealthcareHeroes #MLCHC #CHCs #CHC #MassLeague #MAStateHouseDay Picture features President and CEO of the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, Michael Curry, Esq. standing in the forefront of a group of unified, dedicated supporters on the Grand Staircase at the State House.

Our CEO, Jay Trivedi had the privilege of joining Governor Healey and Lt. Governor Driscoll at a round table discussing the vital link between housing and public health. The discussion focused on how the high cost of housing affects healthcare recruitment, workforce retention, and ultimately, patient outcomes. Governor Healey emphasized that affordable housing is a cornerstone of public health and equity, highlighting the Affordable Homes Act's potential impact on residents' well-being. Lt. Governor Driscoll echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the urgent need to address housing as both a workforce and public health issue. With input from industry experts, the dialogue shed light on the pressing challenges faced by healthcare providers and communities alike. Mr. Trivedi is quoted, “I'm proud to emphasize the critical link between housing and health, especially for seniors. Despite the synergy between Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) and housing, Boston faces a shortage of affordable units, prompting our advocacy efforts. Through initiatives like co-located supportive housing units and partnerships with developers, Upham's PACE bridges healthcare and housing. We're dedicated to advocating for expanded affordable housing, ensuring all residents, particularly seniors, can thrive in their communities.” You can read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/evWSkFjJ; and watch the discussion here: https://lnkd.in/edXd7VWQ.