Erie Family Health Centers

03/13/2026

Make March matter – get screened for colon cancer as soon as you’re eligible. Talk with your provider today.

03/11/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! It's a time to celebrate healthy eating and take small steps toward a better lifestyle!

Whether it’s adding more veggies to your plate, drinking more water, or trying a new nutritious recipe, every choice counts! 💪✨

Let’s make this month a time to fuel our bodies and minds with nutritious foods! What’s your favorite healthy meal? Drop a pic or recipe in the comments!

03/10/2026

Today is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day! Raising awareness, breaking stigma, and empowering women and girls to take charge of their health improves quality of life.

Did you know? Women, especially women of color, face unique challenges in HIV prevention and care. It's time to educate, support, and advocate for accessible healthcare and resources.

Get tested. Know your status. Spread awareness.

03/06/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

What better time than now to talk with your Erie Family Health Centers provider about your screening options and make a plan to get screened.

03/05/2026

Erie Sankofa Village Health Center is now open and ready to serve residents of West Garfield Park. Erie serves as the main primary care provider at the Sankofa Village Wellness Center, providing pediatric, adult, and prenatal medical care as well as on-site dental and behavioral health services.

As Block Club Chicago reports, West Garfield Park residents live to an average age of 69, compared to 85 for people living in the Loop. Erie and our partner tenants in the Wellness Center aim to address this gap as well as other health disparities.

Call 312-666-3494 to schedule an appointment at Erie Sankofa Village.

And read more, here: https://bit.ly/407mSCi

The center is part of the Sankofa Wellness Village and will house Rush Medical Center, Erie Family Health and the YMCA, offering health services, fitness programs and more.

03/04/2026

This Sunday was another 340B Saves Lives Action Day and Erie was fortunate to join our fellow community health centers!

It was moving to hear testimonies from community health center patients, clinicians, and hospital partners that shared how the 340B program allows them the ability to not have to choose between paying rent or their medications.

Huge thank you to our patients and team members who joined!

Want to join us at the next 340B Action Day? Stay tuned for details.

03/01/2026

This March, we are celebrating Women's History Month and acknowledging all of the trailblazing women who have fought for equality on behalf of women today and in the future. Throughout history, have made vital contributions, often in the face of discrimination or unequal rights. Courageous women have fought for the right to vote, stood against injustice, and extended opportunities for women who follow in their footsteps.

During Women's History Month, let us honor women who have influenced and made a mark on health history, and pay tribute to those who envisioned a future where women could be doctors, clinicians, and researchers, as well as educated patients who know how to advocate for their own care.

03/01/2026

It is not safe for a baby to sleep in an adult bed (with or without people). Your baby can sleep in your room in their own crib or bassinet, where they will be close. This simple practice can prevent sudden infant death syndrome. Keep baby safe, and sound asleep.

Learn more at the link in our stories and bio!

Funding provided in part by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

02/28/2026

This Black History Month, we highlight the dedicated and resilient leadership of Nicole Willis, whose steady hand and compassionate vision guide Tapestry 360 Health as its CEO. Appointed in April 2021 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Willis stepped into the role with a profound sense of mission, drawing on over two decades of healthcare experience to ensure her community had a trusted, unwavering source of care.

Her journey with the organization demonstrates a rapid ascent built on competence and deep understanding. Joining Tapestry in 2018 as Director of Community Health Centers, she rose to Vice President of Operations in 2019 before assuming the top leadership position. Her leadership philosophy is rooted in servant leadership, actively fostering a supportive, inclusive, and empowered workplace culture where every team member feels valued—a principle she believes directly translates to better patient care.

Under her guidance, Tapestry 360 Health has strengthened its vital role as a beacon of accessible, high-quality healthcare for Chicago’s diverse north-side communities.

Willis ensures the organization not only meets clinical needs but does so with an unwavering commitment to equity, inclusivity, and compassion.

Her leadership is a testament to the power of grounded, community-focused management, proving that the most effective healthcare is delivered by organizations that value both their patients and their people.

Nicole Willis embodies the quiet strength and strategic compassion essential to building healthier, more resilient communities.

02/27/2026

Erie Family Health Centers is expanding its mission-driven team!

We’re hiring Medical Assistants at our clinics to help make healthcare more and .

Why Erie?

- Meaningful, patient-centered work
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Competitive pay, benefits, and paid training
- Named a Top Workplace USA two years in a row

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now -> https://erie.health/ma4

02/26/2026

Dr. Kimbra Bell Belark is a distinguished internist, educator, and advocate for health equity. As the Medical Director of the new Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, opened just four months ago, she is helping expand access to high‑quality, culturally responsive care in one of Chicago’s most historic Black communities.

A graduate of Meharry Medical College and a respected Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Dr. Bell Balark has dedicated her career to improving outcomes in chronic disease, preventive care, and community health. Her leadership continues the legacy of Black physicians who have shaped medicine through excellence, service, and advocacy.

This month, we honor her impact, her voice, and her commitment to advancing health equity in Bronzeville and beyond.

Learn more about Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, here: https://bit.ly/4baU1mO

02/25/2026

The new Erie Sankofa Village Health Center has officially opened its doors, bringing expanded access to healthcare, wellness resources, and community support to the West Side.

The Sankofa Wellness Village is more than a building. It’s a commitment to health equity, culturally responsive care, and long-term neighborhood revitalization.

We are proud to see organizations and community leaders working together to create spaces where residents can thrive!

Read the story, here: https://bit.ly/4rAqbOd

The new health center is part of the Sankofa Wellness Village and aims to increase the life expectancy of West Garfield Park residents