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Shelby Health Equity Advocates:

Fostering a Healthier Detroit for Everyone

Shelby Health Equity Advocates is a non-profit organization in Detroit, Michigan working to bridge the gap, and reduce health care disparities and adversity. We believe health care should be accessible and available to all, and by equipping our community with the tools – health education, health care intervention, and diversity in medicine, we advocate for a healthier city and world.

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Shelby Health Equity Advocates - Detroit, Michigan

Building Bridges toward

Health Equity

Shelby Health Equity Advocates - Detroit, Michigan

We combat health care inequities by providing the programming, resources, and support to equip our community with the tools needed to thrive.

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Our Programs

We collaborate with health care professionals to bring educational programming and events to underserved communities.

Community Health Screenings

We provide free or low-cost health screenings for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol in communities where access to annual screenings may not be readily available.

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Mobile Clinics

We improve access to basic medical care – offering check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations to communities with limited access.

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Nutrition Education Workshops

We address nutritional disparities and promote healthy eating habits by providing educational material, heathy eating workshops, and cooking classes.

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Community Collaboration

We partner with other non-profit organizations and local businesses to provide resources and support

Values & Mission

We are committed to advocating for healthier communities, where every individual has equitable access to quality health care regardless of their socio-economic status, race, ethnicity, gender, or any other factor. Health equity is a fundamental human right. It is our mission to eliminate disparities in healthcare access and address the root causes of inequity in underserved communities. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we strive to empower individuals and communities to lead healthier lives, while providing the tools, support and resources needed to thrive.

Tools & Resources

Shelby Health Equity Advocates provides resources and tools that help empower patients and enhance their overall wellbeing.

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Support

Every space is a safe space with us! Whether a community clinic or workshop, we are creating space for individuals facing similar health challenges to share experiences, resources, and emotional support.

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Patient Education

We are accessible and available to provide culturally sensitive materials explaining health conditions, treatment options, and preventive measures.

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Multilingual Resources

We help to provide interpreters to ensure that materials and services are available in various languages to overcome language barriers in health care.

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