Mercy Health Partnership Program
The Mercy Health Partnership Program consists of Licensed Social Workers and Certified Community Health Workers dedicated to providing education, advocacy, and support to patients from Mercy Health – Cincinnati ambulatory and acute care providers. Program services focus on addressing barriers to care, including social needs, health care coverage, and support with medical bills. Contact Jennifer Retzler at jlretzler@mercy.com or 513-559-7431.Perinatal Outreach Program
The Perinatal Outreach Program consists of Certified Community Health Workers dedicated to providing education, advocacy, and support for healthy pregnancies and births, with a particular focus on families who are Black/African American. Program services focus on reducing contributors to infant mortality including preterm birth and unsafe sleep, as well as addressing barriers to a healthy pregnancy such as food security and housing stability. Contact Kimberly McGinnis at kmcginnis2@mercy.com or 513-917-0608.Mercy Serves AmeriCorps Program
Mercy Serves is an 11-month service-learning program that places AmeriCorps volunteers in Mercy Health Emergency Departments across the region to support patients with substance use disorders and other health-related social needs. In addition to direct service, volunteers are provided with professional development opportunities to grow their expertise and position them for success in future careers. The program is provided in partnership with ServeOhio and the Corporation for National and Community Service. Contact Tikierra Thompson at tthompson5@mercy.com or 513-952-2541.Learn more