
Health Benefits Specialists: A Journey to Hearing and Hope
When Rose first visited our Health Center, she didn’t have health insurance and was navigating the asylum process in a new country. To make matters

Prescription Assistance Program: Removing Barriers to Better Health
At Greater Family Health, eliminating barriers that prevent patients from managing their health is a top priority. One way we achieve this is through our

Breaking the Silence: How Language Can be an Invisible Barrier to Care
A routine pediatric appointment at one of our Health Centers became a powerful reminder of how language can be an invisible barrier to care.

Strep Throat
What Is Strep Throat? Strep throat is a contagious infection of the throat and tonsils caused by a bacteria called group A Streptococcus. While many

When Care Matters Most: A Journey of Urgent Support
“Juana,” a young pregnant woman from Texas, was recently visiting family on vacation. Tragically, during her time here, she suffered a miscarriage. Seeking medical attention,

Diabetic Care
Diabetes is a chronic condition where the body has difficulty regulating glucose, commonly known as blood sugar. Normally, insulin, a hormone produced by the

Two Miles Too Far: Transportation Reimbursement at Greater Family Health
A patient recently visited the Greater Family Health center in Streamwood for a routine follow-up appointment to manage a chronic health condition. These appointments are

Flu Season at Greater Family Health
Autumn is the time of year that we all start getting ready for the long winter months. We prepare our homes, winterize our cars, and

Greater Family Health Celebrates Opening of 12th Health Center in Des Plaines
On September 16, 2025, Greater Family Health celebrated the opening of its 12th Community Health Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 1515 Lee Street