
This year’s summit spotlighted real-world examples of innovation in action—from mobile health units and school-based care to housing partnerships. Participants heard how Lebanon County organizations are removing barriers, reaching more people, and transforming systems—together.
Learn more about our presenters…
REACH

The Penn State Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program in Central Pennsylvania is a collaboration of community organizations, leaders and public health professionals. This dedicated group is leading the charge in the CDC’s mission to decrease health disparities and promote health equity specifically within the Hispanic and Latino populations.
https://www.reachcentralpa.org/ | Dr. Jennifer Krashnewski and Steven Negron-Candalario
Housing Collaborative

The Community Health Council of Lebanon County was established in 1994, bringing together stakeholders from across the community to discuss common health goals and collaborative opportunities.
We are a not-for-profit entity which coordinates efforts to improve the health and quality of life of Lebanon County residents based on the results of various community needs assessments performed throughout the County.
https://communityhealthcouncil.com/ | Nikki Maurer Gray
Lebanon Rescue Mission

Lebanon Rescue Mission provides the “weary and burdened” with safe shelter, a bed to sleep in, and food to eat – and with rest for their souls.
https://www.lebanonrescuemission.org/ | Susan Blouch
Lebanon County Christian Ministries

Lebanon County Christian Ministries connects people to food, shelter, and other essential services to provide for today, while taking a holistic approach to help low-income Lebanon County residents overcome circumstances and achieve greater independence for tomorrow.
https://www.lccm.us/ | Bryan Smith
Union Community Care

For more than 50 years, Union Community Care has stood as a trusted partner in health and well-being, rooted in the rich tradition of community health centers nationwide. Their purpose is simple yet transformative: they stand for whole health to help you live your fullest life.
At Union, health goes beyond medicine. It’s about building thriving families, vibrant workplaces, and resilient communities. As a nonprofit, every decision they make is grounded in what’s best for the folks and families they care for, ensuring that care is accessible, inclusive, and tailored to the needs of local families.
https://unioncommunitycare.org/ | Jen Koppel
Lebanon Family Health Services

The primary mission of Lebanon Family Health Services is to address health equity by providing life-enhancing health services and wellness education to individuals and families.
https://lebanonfamilyhealth.org/ | Maggie Progin
WellSpan Mammography Services

WellSpan’s Mobile Mammography is a service to their friends and neighbors in Central PA. They know that preventive screenings help to keep women A Healthy Step Ahead. That is why they have invested in this new, state-of-the-art mammography coach that brings convenience to your business or organization’s doorstep. This service opportunity is available for businesses and organizations throughout Central PA.
https://www.wellspan.org/conditions-and-treatments/mammogram | Stacey Rife
Emergency Health Services Federation

The Emergency Health Services Federation takes pride being a leader for the EMS system. Their goal is to evaluate the system and identify objectives to enhance the quality of EMS throughout the eight counties of South Central Pennsylvania: Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, and York.
The Emergency Health Services Federation values its EMS providers, EMS agency leadership, and other partners within the EMS system.
https://www.ehsf.org/ | Steve Lyle & Brittney Fuhrman
Family First Health

FFH is a recognized Patient-Centered Medical Home and provides team-based care with a focus on wellness and prevention. Their providers meet patients’ needs through ongoing, consistent preventative care and deliver the full range of services for patients.
https://www.familyfirsthealth.org/ | Erin Schmidt & Jesska Moreno Vega
Penn State Health

The LION Mobile Clinic uses a student-led free clinic model to increase access to health care and proactive health choices for under-resourced communities of Pennsylvania.
The clinic’s mission is to improve the vitality of under-resourced communities of Central Pennsylvania through innovative and sustainable solutions at an individual and community level.
https://www.pennstatehealth.org/community-outreach/lion-mobile-clinic | Dr. William Calo
WellSpan Health Community Health & Engagement

Every three years, WellSpan partners with like-minded community partners and local coalitions to assess lifestyle behaviors, finances, access to health services and other related topics that impact health. They use these assessments to identify trends, needs and specific issues impacting health so they can develop community-wide strategies to address them.
https://www.wellspan.org/About-WellSpan/Improving-Healthy-Communities/Community-Benefit | Stephanie Voight