Our Partners

Community Advisory Board Members

Jared Charles
SC Dept of Public Health
Taylor Dement
OneSpartanburg, Inc
Lucy Willms
Spartanburg Regional Foundation
Claudine Feig
University of South Carolina Upstate
Keisha Gray
Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM)
Dr. Midas Hampton
Strategic Spartanburg
Marlon Hunter
ReGenesis Health Care

Mitch Kennedy
City of Spartanburg
Laura Ringo
PAL (Play. Advocate. Live Well)
Kathy Rivers
Spartanburg County
Carey Rothschild
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Paige Stephenson
United Way of the Piedmont
Dr. Alexis Stoner
Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
Rochelle Williams
Mary Black Foundation

Coalition Partners

Understanding and Addressing Social Determinants of Health

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) are the conditions where people live, learn, work, and play that shape health risks and outcomes. These factors go beyond individual choices and have a major impact on well-being.

Economic Stability

Economic factors like income and employment affect access to essentials like housing, healthcare, and food, creating barriers to good health for those in financial hardship.

Neighborhood & Physical Environment

The environment you live in—safe, clean areas with access to green spaces and resources—can support better health, while unsafe or polluted areas contribute to poor health.

Education

Higher education levels lead to better job opportunities and healthier lifestyles. Education empowers individuals to make informed health choices.

Food

Access to healthy, affordable food is essential for preventing chronic diseases. Food insecurity is directly linked to poor health outcomes.

Community, Safety, & Social Context

Strong social connections and safe neighborhoods promote resilience and good mental health. Isolation or unsafe surroundings increase stress and health risks.

Health Care System

Access to quality healthcare is crucial for managing and preventing health issues. Limited access creates significant barriers to maintaining good health.