CVS Health Invests $13.7 Million to Renovate Low-Income Housing, Fund Community Programs in Columbus
CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) will invest $13.7 million to renovate 230 low-income housing units at Rosewind apartments in Columbus, Ohio. This initiative is part of the company's broader $600 million commitment over five years to tackle racial inequality and improve social determinants of health. The investment aims to enhance affordable housing access, providing necessary rehab and support programs in the community. Collaborating with local organizations, CVS will also fund health screenings, educational programs, and workforce initiatives to build sustainable community support.
- Investment of $13.7 million in low-income housing renovation enhances community support.
- Part of a broader commitment of $600 million over five years to address racial inequality and health access.
- Collaboration with local authorities enhances credibility and community impact.
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WOONSOCKET, R.I., Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today announced it will invest
The investment kicks-off the company's commitment of nearly
"When people have access to high-quality, affordable housing, it puts them in a better position to improve their overall wellbeing, including taking care of their health or managing a chronic disease," said David Casey, Chief Diversity Officer, CVS Health. "One aspect of our commitment to address racial inequality is addressing social determinants of health – like housing – at the community level, which is where we can make a meaningful impact."
CVS Health will work with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) and the Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing on the project. Through CVS Health's investment, CMHA will spend
"The redevelopment of Rosewind is part of CMHA's
Within the Rosewind complex in the South Linden neighborhood of Columbus,
"Housing and health care go hand-in-hand, and health outcomes are impacted by housing affordability and stability," said Peg Moertl, President and CEO, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing. "We are pleased to be working with CVS Health and the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority to provide quality housing, economic support, and educational training opportunities to those families and individuals facing challenges in the Linden community."
The renovations, as well as new community programming funded by CVS Health, will provide comprehensive local support to residents, including the following new on-site programs:
- Health and wellness programming through CMHA and the Healthcare Collaborative of Greater Columbus to provide individuals with the best health care experience possible on-site;
- On-site health screenings and COVID-19 testing to bring preventative health care services directly to the community, especially as the pandemic continues to expose health disparities among the Black population;
- An educational cooking series with the nonprofit organization Local Matters, to increase access to fresh, nutritious foods and teach residents how to make healthy and tasty meals, which will improve their overall health outcomes;
- Maternal programs – with 8.5 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in Franklin County and 25.7 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in South Linden, there will be a new program to support maternal health at Rosewind that will equip new and pregnant mothers with parenting resources;
- Community programs where individuals will have the opportunity to have an open dialogue about the root causes of systemic inequalities and barriers.
CVS Health will also establish a new program at Rosewind as part of its ongoing workforce initiatives to provide employment services and training to the Rosewind community, focused on empowerment and building local relationships that will help community members achieve meaningful employment opportunities.
"Finding ways to encourage housing that is affordable to everyone is not just the right thing to do," said Columbus Mayor Andrew J. Ginther. "It helps the region remain competitive in attracting and retaining businesses."
Since 1997, CVS Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, have invested more than
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