There are various different churches in Northcentral. The Churches play a main role in the community members’ lives. …show more content…
The Stephen Klein Wellness Center is a nonprofit organization, which is a branch of the Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA that provides health and medical services to people in the community. The center is located on 2144 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, in the heart of Northcentral neighborhood. Community members do not have to travel far to have access to the services and benefits that the center offers. In the article, “Project HOME marks [the] opening of Stephen Klein Wellness Center” By Ayana Jones Tribune writes “The Stephen Klein Wellness Center services include primary care, behavioral health care, wellness classes, on-site legal counseling, and assistance with applying for health insurance benefits. The center’s dental care and pharmacy services are slated to be up and running by the summer (http://www.phillytrib.com/news/health/project-home-marks-opening-of-stephen-klein-wellness-center/article_dde7c379-4058-5786-8fe1-f5e936b63b17.html)”. The Center’s focus is on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility for the residents of the neighborhood. In additionally, the center is working with other organizations such as Project Home to offer resources and support to members of the community. Health care …show more content…
The organization’s mission is to educate and prevent future acts of senseless violence in their community. Mother in Charge provides counseling and grief support services for families when a loved one has been murdered. The organization has its own mentoring program for girls too. In the article, “North Central: Mothers Come Together to Combat Violence” by Diana Reynolds and Katherine Schwartz writes “ Mother’s In Charge, a grassroots organization located in North Central Philadelphia, is working to not only prevent deadly violence but to help those whose worst nightmare is their daily reality ( https://philadelphianeighborhoods.com/2013/03/04/north-central-mothers-come-together-to-combat-violence/)”. Also, the organization partners with other organizations to educate and expand resources. Mothers in Charge’s partners are the School District of Philadelphia to do “Stop the Violence” events, the LIPSTICK organization, and United Way to launch 1000 women for 1000 girls’ mentorship program. Mothers in Charge websites states “In addition, Mothers in Charge collaborates with elected officials, community leaders and other community and faith-based organizations on legislation and solutions to support safe neighborhoods and communities for children and families (http://www.mothersincharge.org/our-mission/).” The