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July 31, 2025

Nonprofit to open pharmacy at one of its central Pa. clinics-Penn Live

In recent years, 17 Rite Aid stores have closed in York County, including one in the city of York. No other county in the region was hit harder by Rite Aid store closings.

But a new pharmacy is slated to open this fall in downtown York. It won’t replace 17 locations, but at a time when pharmacy closings have been happening rapidly, it’s good news when one is opening.

“Family First Pharmacy is a direct investment in the health of our community,” Jason Long, lead pharmacist at Family First Pharmacy, said in a news release. “We know that cost, time, and coordination are some of the biggest barriers to patients filling prescriptions. By offering affordable medications and immediate access in the same place where patients receive care, we’re simplifying the process and improving outcomes.”

Read the full article here

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July 31, 2025

Family First Health to open pharmacy in downtown York this fall-York Daily Record

A new, on-site pharmacy is opening in downtown York this fall.

Family First Health, focused on community-based healthcare, will open Family First Pharmacy, an on-site pharmacy, according to a news release.

Located on the first floor of the George Street Center in the heart of downtown York, the pharmacy will be open to all individuals regardless of insurance status or income. Family First Pharmacy will offer prescriptions on a sliding scale for uninsured and underinsured patients, helping to remove cost barriers to needed medications.

“Family First Pharmacy is a direct investment in the health of our community,” said Dr. Jason Long, lead pharmacist at Family First Pharmacy. “We know that cost, time, and coordination are some of the biggest barriers to patients filling prescriptions. By offering affordable medications and immediate access in the same place where patients receive care, we’re simplifying the process and improving outcomes.”

Read the full article here: https://www.ydr.com/story/news/local/2025/07/31/family-first-health-to-open-pharmacy-in-downtown-york-pa-this-fall/85437927007/

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July 16, 2025

The Devasting Local Headlines That Scott Perry’s Constituents Are Reading About His Big, Ugly Bill:DCCC

Perry voted to gut Medicaid and explode the national debt – all so that he could fund tax cuts for billionaires

Scott Perry cast a decisive vote for Republicans’ Big, Ugly Bill, and now his Central Pennsylvania constituents are reading about just how devastating it could be for their communities.

The York Daily Record reports that thousands of Perry’s constituents could lose their health care and food assistance. The York Dispatch Editorial Board torches Perry’s budget bill as “nothing less than a giveaway to the wealthiest Americans and powerful corporations.” And the Dispatch reports that Perry’s vote will “raise the federal deficit,” despite his faux posturing as a deficit hawk.

See the brutal local coverage for yourself:

According to the governor’s projections, 18,720 residents of York County Republican U.S. Rep. Scott Perry’s 10th Congressional District will lose Medicaid coverage and 6,029 will lose SNAP benefits

“Pennsylvania can’t backfill this. We can’t fix this for them,” Shapiro said, referring to the federal legislators who approved of the bill and sent it to the president, who signed it into law. “They are taking billions of dollars away from Pennsylvania, and we can’t make up for that. This is our sad, new reality … and the consequences hang on them.”

Masked in patriotic flourish and rhetorical sleight of hand, this legislation is nothing less than a giveaway to the wealthiest Americans and powerful corporations at the expense of the poor, the sick and future generations.

More than 11 million people could lose health insurance. Another 3 million may lose SNAP benefits, including parents of teenagers now forced to work to qualify for food stamps. More than 13% of York County residents currently rely on SNAP benefits, incidentally. Nearly 21% are on Medicaid.

We should call it what it is: a tax on our conscience, a debt on our democracy, and a disgrace to the ideals we claim to celebrate.

One in five York County residents are on Medicaid. Thirteen percent, meanwhile, rely on SNAP food assistance. Those two facts have raised alarm among some residents and social service agencies after President Trump signed his so-called “big, beautiful bill” that calls for significant reductions to both programs.

Jenny Englerth, president and CEO of Family First Health, the York-based community health entity that serves vulnerable populations, said health care costs will increase for everyone as the number of uninsured people grows.

[Perry] touted the legislation as ‘America first’ despite the bill being anticipated to raise the federal deficit over the next several years
With smaller, rural hospitals already thin on resources, officials with the Hospital and Health system Association of Pennsylvania see the legislation destabilizing the remote facilities.
Read the article here.

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July 8, 2025

York Dispatch: What impact will Trump’s tax and spending law have on York County?

One in five York County residents are on Medicaid. Thirteen percent, meanwhile, rely on SNAP food assistance.

Those two facts have raised alarm among some residents and social service agencies after President Trump signed his so-called “big, beautiful bill” that calls for significant reductions to both programs.

Beyond the impacts on individuals, the Medicaid cuts could also have unintended side effects on healthcare systems that receive Medicaid reimbursements for services provided to the poor and the sick. York County struggled for decades to expand medical services in rural areas.

President Donald Trump bangs a gavel after signing his signature bill of tax breaks and spending cuts at the White House in Washington, Friday, July 4, 2025.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
Jenny Englerth, president and CEO of Family First Health, the York-based community health entity that serves vulnerable populations, said “health care costs will increase for everyone as the number of uninsured people grows.”

Under the legislation, the wealthiest households in America are expected to see a $12,000 income increase from the legislation, and the bill would cost the poorest people $1,600 a year, mainly due to reductions in Medicaid and food aid, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office analysis of the House’s version.

Jenny Englerth
“The Medicaid and Medicare cuts could be devastating for millions of Americans on the largely popular public healthcare program that, thanks to the “One Big Beautiful Bill” will have patients filling out more paperwork and jumping through more hoops to prove their eligibility.”

Read the full article here: York Dispatch News

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July 7, 2025

York Daily Record: As other pharmacies close, Family First Health prepares to open new option

Jenny Englerth
York Daily Record
July 1, 2025

When a neighborhood pharmacy closes its doors, the loss is far greater than a place to pick up prescriptions. Nearly one in four neighborhoods in the United States is now considered a “pharmacy desert,” with closures disproportionately impacting low-income, rural and Black and Latino communities.

The ripple effects threaten medication adherence, chronic disease management and even trust in the health care system itself. With several recent pharmacy closures in and around York City, we are seeing residents’ pharmacy access limited, especially in areas already facing non-medical health challenges like transportation, financial constraints and gaps in insurance coverage.

At Family First Health, we see these challenges play out every day in the lives of our patients. Delayed prescriptions or inaccessible medication can lead to complications, hospitalizations, and worsening health conditions. With more than 55 years of service in York, our mission has always been to remove the barriers that stand between our community and better health.

Jenny Englerth
As pharmacies close in York, accessible health care slips out of reach for many

We know that pharmacies play a vital role in keeping our neighborhoods healthy — offering easy access to medications, trusted health guidance, and preventative care close to home.

This moment calls for innovative, person-centered solutions, and Family First Health is ready to meet that challenge.

That’s why Family First Health will soon open Family First Pharmacy, expanding our integrated care model to make accessing prescriptions more affordable and convenient for all. Opening this on-site pharmacy builds on our legacy of putting patients first by offering trusted, personalized care and prescriptions all in one location.

Health care should never be out of reach. When care teams and medications are under one roof, we improve outcomes and change lives.

We invite every York resident, from longtime patients to downtown workers, to visit our new pharmacy this fall and experience how community-centered care can support health.

— Jenny Englerth is president and CEO of Family First Health.

See the full article here: Coming Soon Family First Pharmacy

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May 5, 2025

Wgal and Martin Memorial Library: Community Conversation on Teen Mental Health

Family First Health is proud to partner with Martin Library to support teen mental health through a new initiative aimed at creating safe, supportive spaces for youth in our community. This collaboration is part of our ongoing commitment to whole-person care, ensuring teens have access to the resources and support they need.

Watch the full story on WGAL News: https://www.wgal.com/nowcast

Category iconIn the News,  News

May 2, 2025

Fox 43 News: Give Local York School-Based Health

We’re honored to be part of the movement making a difference across our community—especially in our schools.

Family First Health’s school-based health centers provide students with medical and behavioral health care where they need it most. Your support helps us break down barriers and bring essential services directly to kids, right in their schools.

Learn more about the impact of Give Local York in this feature from FOX43 News

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April 23, 2025

York County Community Foundation: Family First Health Putting Student Care First

Family First Health is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) that is accessible and community-minded. They take a beyond healthy approach that goes outside the confines of the doctor’s office. Their goal is to have happy, healthy patients who can live better lives in better health. Accessible healthcare is critical to a healthy community.

Their new School-Based Health Center at William Penn Senior High Center provides routine health exams (school, work, driver’s license, etc.), diagnosis and treatment of illnesses, nutrition counseling, and behavioral health services. These services are provided during school hours and are available to all current William Penn Senior High School students, regardless of insurance status, ability to pay or current medical provider.

By having a health center directly in the school, students and their families are able to have access to care, with minimal disruption to the student’s education, or the family’s routine. YCCF’s Racial Equity Fund and supporting organization, the Memorial Health Fund are proud to support this innovative approach to health for our community.

View the story here. Family First Health Putting Student Care

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February 27, 2025

Becker’s Dental + DSO Review: Top 5 dentistry updates in Pennsylvania

Family First Health is making strides in enhancing dental care access for Pennsylvania communities. The organization is committed to integrating innovative strategies that foster not only improved patient care but also increased accessibility to essential dental services. As highlighted in recent updates, Family First Health’s efforts exemplify how integrating technological advancements and a holistic approach can help bridge the gap in healthcare, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to maintain their oral health. Their continued dedication to providing compassionate, quality care is shaping the future of community.

View the article here.

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