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New homes, gardens mark Woodlawn rebound

Woodlawn is a predominately mixed-income African-American community that for years was seen as a “community of last resort,” despite its prime location. The community is located on Chicago’s lakefront, just eight miles from the city’s downtown Loop area. To the north is Hyde Park and the

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CWF model a national winner 10/13/2011

Program to help families “earn it, keep it, grow it” wins federal grant competition … and a new branch at Kennedy-King College


U. of C., South Side NCPs Do Grand Rounds 10/10/2011

Community Grand Rounds program brought a broader definition of health issues to a broad range of the community


Project maps South Side health, vitality 10/10/2011

Partnership between University of Chicago, South Side NCPs focuses on healthcare and other services.


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822 E. 63rd St. Chicago, IL 60637
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Dr. Byron T. Barzier
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Arvin K. Strange
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Ryan Priester
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