Health, Wealth, and Well-Being

AWC is a nonprofit organization built from a partnership betweenthe University of Colorado School of Medicine and the Aurora community. We work to create health, wealth, and well-being in zip codes 80010, 80011, and 80012.
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Our work focuses on five
community-influenced pillars:

Healthcare, Food Access and Security, Housing, Generational Care, and Community Building.
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Healthcare

The AWC envisions a patient-centered healthcare collaborative that addresses social determinants of health.
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Food Access and Security

Working with community-based organizations, grocers, and growers to build a food access system that honors culture.
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Community Building

Prioritizing authentic community engagement and joint decision-making to serve low-income, BIPOC community members.
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Housing

Imagining and creating innovative pathways for wealth-building, financial literacy, and home ownership.
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Generational Care

Drop-in care for parents and caregivers with appointments as well as building a community-based option for families.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)

Health is not solely determined by medical care; it is connected to social and economic factors that shape our daily lives. Our mission is to build a healthier and more equitable Aurora by addressing the critical social determinants of health (SDOH) that shape the lives of Aurora’s residents.

Learn More About SDOH
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Passion into Purpose

Meet our Team

Our philosophy is simple — hire a team of diverse, passionate people and foster a culture that empowers you to do your best work.
About us
We're Hiring
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Dr. Kelet Robinson
Medical Director
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Barbara Peña
Business Professional
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Griselda Jackson-Peña
Director of Community Partnerships
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Doug Taren
Food Access Strategist
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Anne Fuhlbrigge
Interim Executive Director
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Myra Muramoto
Clinical Advisor
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Colleen Conry
Clinical Strategist
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Venus Mann
Clinical Strategist
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Building a Better Future Together

Community Focused,
Community Delivered

AWC connects the university with the community to partner on projects that align with our goals, supporting the great work already happening without duplicating it. By listening to Aurora residents and working together, we help our community shape its future.

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