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Hispanic patients highlight barriers to organ transplants and donation
Lack of information and health disparities are among the hurdles organizations like the New England Donor Services are trying to address during Hispanic Heritage Month. -
Senior housing in Chinatown receives $3.2 million for climate resiliency
The federal funds are part of the "Green and Resilient Retrofit Program" in President’s Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. -
Local families fear for loved ones displaced in Lebanon
As violence continues in the Middle East, many in the local Lebanese community worry about what’s next in the region. -
Dorchester's VISIONS, Inc. celebrates 40 years of diversity and inclusion work
Today, that mission is at the center of political and cultural battles, with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives facing policy and legal challenges around the country. -
Mass. Good Neighbor Day aims to combat loneliness and forge bonds between generations
Last year, the U.S. Surgeon General released a report warning about the impact of isolation on public health. -
Healey administration launches groups to address loss of Carney and Nashoba hospitals
Community leaders say Dorchester may already be seeing negative health impacts from closure of Carney Hospital. -
Nation of Islam celebrates 40 years of Grove Hall mosque
Unveiling the newly renovated sanctuary, leaders pledged to also renew and expand their outreach and services to the Black community. -
Boston Center for Independent Living marks 50 years of helping disabled people live on their own
BCIL's work is "groundbreaking" advocates say, on transportation, housing and the landmark Personal Care Attendant program. -
Whittier Street aims to close gaps for diagnosing developmental disabilities in kids of color
Low-income and families of color frequently face long delays and barriers to getting their kids diagnosed and into care. -
Complaint alleges Millbury high school ignored racist attacks against Black students
Lawyers for Civil Rights is seeking a federal investigation into racism at Millbury Memorial Junior/Senior High School and the school district.
