Health, Wealth, and Well-Being

The Aurora Wellness Community (AWC) is a nonprofit organization built from a partnership between CU Anschutz and the Aurora community. We work to create health, wealth, and well-being for our patients and communities.
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Our work focuses on guiding our community members to healthcare, food access and security, housing, generational care, and community building.

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.

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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.
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Griselda Jackson-Peña
Executive Director
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Barbara Peña
Business Professional
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Dr. Kelet Robinson
Medical Director
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Anne Fuhlbrigge
Liason
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Building a Better Future Together

Community Focused,
Community Delivered

The AWC connects the University of Colorado 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.

Building health, wealth, and well-being.

Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings, events, and community stories. It's where we'll celebrate diversity, share moments of impact, and engage in meaningful conversations with all of you. We encourage you to share your thoughts, stories, and ideas with us. Tag us in your posts, use our dedicated hashtag #AuroraWellnessCommunity, and let your voice be heard.

Contact the AWC Team

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