Thunder Bay’s health unit’s Health Kids Health on the Move for Equity (H.O.M.E) Program has been recognized by Lakehead University.
The program has been awarded the Community Engaged Research Award.
“This award highlights how important it is to connect research with real community needs,” said Program Coordinator, Rachel Globensky Bayes. “By working closely with our partners and listening to families, we’ve been able to offer programs and services that truly make a difference, making health and wellness more accessible for everyone.”
The program is a joint initiative led by the health unit, Our Kids Count, the city of Thunder Bay, and Lakehead University.
H.O.M.E provides children and families in the Windsor Street, Academy Heights, Minnesota Park, and Westfort areas with accessible community programs, aimed at improving health and well-being.
Since its launch, the program has had more than 20,000 participants (children and adults) in over 2,000 health and wellness events.
The program is funded through the Public Health Agency of Canada and the Ontario Trillium Foundation, and contributions from community partners.
The CERA Award recognizes projects that integrate community involvement with research to drive positive change.
