Who We Are
Operation Change | Chicago, is a non-profit, community-based organization that seeks to impact arthritis and co-morbidity disparities at the community level. We provide nutritional information, health-related materials, and professional health development workshops to meet the needs of individuals and communities.
Operation Change | Chicago’s Mission
Achieving a greater state of wellness among African American and Hispanic women through movement and health knowledge.
Operation Change | Chicago’s Vision
African American and Hispanic women walking and thriving in a world of health equity.
About Us
As a community health program, we aim to capitalize on a critical opportunity for positive behavior modification in individuals who suffer from chronic conditions such as diabesity (diabetes+obesity) and joint pain.
Using a holistic approach, Operation Change | Chicago:
Is community-driven and grassroots-oriented because it was developed and tailored based on a needs assessment that was conducted from the perspective of the community; Targets the uniquely burdened and underserved communities of African American and Hispanic/Latino women; and Integrates weekly, structured physical activity with culturally tailored patient education sessions focusing on mental health; social support; nutrition; healthcare provider presentations about preventing chronic conditions, primary care, and health literacy; access to care; and community health workers.
At Operation Change | Chicago, we are “Causing Healthy Communities.”
OCC program components include empowering, healing and motivating participants. Our target audience is African American and Hispanic/Latino women ages 35 and up.
Our major focus: Preventative Measures for Diabetes and Arthritis
Company Details
- Founded
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- Address
- 4601 S Cottage Grove Avenue,
- Industry
- Wellness And Fitness Services
- NAICS
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Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers
- Website
- operationchangechicago.com
- Keywords
- Health Literacy, Exercise/Movement, Nutrition, Mentorship, Building self confidence and self esteem, Educational speakers and doctors, Healthcare disparities, Mental Health (overcoming depression).
- HQ
- Chicago, Illinois
Operation Change Chicago Questions
Operation Change Chicago's website is operationchangechicago.com
Operation Change Chicago's LinkedIn profile is https://www.linkedin.com/company/operation-change-chicago
Operation Change Chicago's industry is
Wellness and Fitness Services
Operation Change Chicago's top competitors are
Frog Temple Pilates,
Eric Family Service,
Spa Emilia,
Bodywork Unlimited,
Chicago River North Pilates,
Steve & Kate’s Camp - Lincoln Park,
Special Childrens Charities,
Reavy Fitness,
Happy Play Cafe,
Chicago Kickball.
Operation Change Chicago's categories are Wellness and Fitness Services
Operation Change Chicago's founding year is 2013
