Time is our most valuable asset. Once you lose it, you never get it back. Yet, millions of people across our country are robbed of priceless time.
A Tale of Two Cities
In the United States, there’s a strong likelihood that a person in one city might live 20 years longer than someone in a city just two miles away. That’s a significant difference in a country with so many resources. It’s not just health that is impacted but most tragically, the loss of time. Every ZIP code tells a story, but not one that’s always fair or just. It is a chilling reality, a call to arms, and a challenge I eagerly embrace. Nestled within this bitter truth lies a beacon of hope – innovation – the harbinger of change and equality.
We – society – have the opportunity to think of ways we can reimagine and close those gaps so every resident in every neighborhood has the same number of years to grow old with their partners, play cards with their friends, check out books at the library, and, in many cases, watch their children grow old.
The $320 Billion Abyss
Disparities in health are not just moral failings; they are economic chasms, swallowing an astounding $320 billion in 2022 and could surpass $1 trillion in annual spending by 2040 if left unaddressed, as noted by Deloitte. That is not just a financial loss but a profound reflection of lives unfulfilled. Silence is not an option, and inaction is a luxury we cannot afford.
The Pulse of Innovation
At Creating Healthier Communities (CHC), every initiative, every partnership is a brick in the bridge spanning this divide. We don’t just envision a world where ZIP codes don’t dictate destinies – we are meticulously crafting it, blending innovation and empathy to sculpt a future where equity reigns supreme.
This is not a distant dream but a tangible reality within our grasp. We are architects of tomorrow, building bridges of opportunity, equity, and empowerment. Our tools are innovation, empathy, and an unyielding belief in the power of unity.
The Movement
We stand at the precipice of change, where every step taken is a second reclaimed, a life renewed. In this formidable journey, we’re not just reaching for health or wealth but reclaiming stolen time. More time to love, more moments to learn, and more opportunities to live life to the fullest. Are you ready to step into this movement?
Dr. Jean Accius is President and CEO of Creating Healthier Communities (CHC). He has a strong background in transforming organizations, building high-performing teams, and forming strategic partnerships across industries to scale for impact and accelerate change.
