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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

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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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February 27, 2025

MSN: Central Pa. nonprofit awarded $1M federal grant to expand reentry healthcare programs

A York County nonprofit was awarded a $1 million grant from the federal government that it hopes will help improve access to healthcare for individuals reentering the community from incarceration. By improving access to healthcare, the organization aims to reduce recidivism and improve health outcomes.

Family First Health was awarded the grant from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration to improve access to primary care for individuals reentering the community from incarceration at the York County Prison.

“This funding enables us to better support individuals reentering society by addressing their health needs early, paving the way for healthier, more stable lives. Together with York County, we are creating a stronger system of care that promotes positive outcomes for all residents,” Jenny Englerth, president and CEO of Family First Health, said in a news release.

Family First Health said it was the only health center in Pennsylvania selected for this funding and one of just 54 centers nationwide. The organization is partnering with the York County Reentry Coalition to deliver targeted services to incarcerated individuals nearing release.

“York County is a community that comes together through collaboration and innovation to solve some of our most pressing issues,” York County Commissioner Julie Wheeler said in the news release. “This innovative partnership with Family First Health is the first of its kind in Pennsylvania. Together, we are leading the way in addressing both the physical and behavioral healthcare needs of those who leave incarceration and reenter our community, creating a healthier York County.”

The grant was awarded on November 18, and the program officially began on December 1. Since then, Family First Health has been working in collaboration with the York County Reentry Coalition to establish a framework for this initiative, officials said.

Over the next few months, officials say the focus will be on hiring a nurse care manager and a community health worker to be based at the Reentry Opportunity Center, a subsection of the York County Reentry Coalition located on the York County Prison campus.

The focus of the program will be on chronic health condition identification and coordination of management with Prime Care, the jail’s medical provider; prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment for Hepatitis C, HIV, and other infectious diseases; screening for substance use concerns and providing bridge medications; connection to primary medical, dental, optometry, and podiatry care in the community upon release; assessing and providing bridge support and services for behavioral health concerns; and providing accessible pharmacy options for individuals pending release. The team will also support individuals participating in this program with health-related social needs including housing insecurity, food insecurity, financial strain, and lack of transportation or access to public transportation.

A provider and clinical care team member will provide services onsite at the prison, which include clinical assessment and screening for individuals pending release within 90 days.

The program will be piloted by targeting individuals on work release and minimum-risk incarcerated individuals at the prison.

Family First Health was founded in 1970 and offers a range of primary health, dental and social services in several south central Pennsylvania counties.

©2025 Advance Local Media LLC. Visit pennlive.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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December 20, 2024

Central Penn Business Journal: Congratulations to Family First Health CEO for being featured in CPBJ’s Power List for Healthcare

Since 2004, Jenny Englerth, president and CEO of Family First Health centers her workday on the health care organization’s mission, a previous Power List profile reported .

From budget management to developing and looking after partnerships to keeping tabs on service outcomes and coaching team members, Englerth takes a daily hands-on approach to her position, the health care organization and communities Family First serves.
”I’m proud of the growth achieved in 2024, both personally and for Family First Health as an organization. My family welcomed a daughter-in-law and our youngest started college. Professionally, Family First Health made great strides in expanding services, including opening a school-based health center at William Penn Senior High, adding podiatry and expanding dental care. These milestones reflect our commitment to improving lives through accessible, comprehensive health services.” Read the article here…

 

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December 20, 2024

York Dispatch: $1M grant to help Family First Health expand reentry health programs

Family First Health received a $1 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to provide health care to help those who were recently incarcerated transition back to the community.

“This funding enables us to better support individuals reentering society by addressing their health needs early, paving the way for healthier, more stable lives,” said Jenny Englerth, President and CEO of Family First Health. “Together with York County, we are creating a stronger system of care that promotes positive outcomes for all residents.”

As the only health center in Pennsylvania chosen for this funding and one of just 54 nationwide, Family First Health is collaborating with the York County Reentry Coalition to deliver specialized services to individuals nearing release. The partnership focuses on bridging gaps in healthcare and ensuring continuity of care to reduce risks of health crises during the reentry process.

President and CEO Jenny Englerth, of Family First Health, speaks as community leaders gather to announce details for the 2019 Latino Health Summit during a press conference at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts in York City, Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. The City of York will host the second annual Latino Health Summit and Expo at York Expo Center April 17-18. Dawn J. Sagert photo

Formerly incarcerated individuals face significant health disparities, with chronic conditions, mental health struggles and substance use disorders being disproportionately more common. Nationwide, these individuals are 10 times more likely than the general population to die from an opioid overdose. View the article here…

 

 

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