Creating a Healthier Community

Beacon Community Impact works with multiple organizations in a collaborative health network. We use data-driven, evidence-based and transparent practices to chart progress and measure health impact as a result of the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA).

We are committed to strengthening the relationships within our community and embracing the diversity found there to help make Elkhart County, Marshall County, St Joseph County, and St. Joseph County, MI a healthy place to live! 

2025 In Review

For over 25 years, Beacon Community Impact has been committed to improving the health and wellbeing of families and individuals in our community. We take pride in the work we do and strive to deliver quality resources.

70,000+ 

individuals screened in Beacon’s coverage area 

9,000+ rides 

to medical appointments provided 

Over $4.5 Million in grant funds contributed towards Community Health Improvement

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Outcomes

Every three years, Beacon Community Impact completes a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to understand the greatest needs of the communities in Beacon Health’s service area. The 2024 CHNA report details these qualitative and quantitative findings from the community.

Download the 2024 Community Health Needs Assessment Report

Our Priority Areas, Strategies & Frameworks

Access to community-based support services can help individuals navigate healthcare systems, connect with needed resources, and address barriers to health. Research shows that coordinated support can improve health outcomes and overall well-being.

Recognizing the importance of timely communication and coordinated care, Beacon Community Impact has placed an emphasis on strengthening collaboration and information sharing among healthcare providers through four focus areas:

Beacon Community Impact is committed to improving healthcare access by strengthening community partnerships, increasing access to providers, and enhancing healthcare navigation services. These efforts aim to reduce barriers to care, expand service availability, and improve health outcomes for underserved populations throughout the region.

We recognize that building trust is essential to improving health outcomes and ensuring community members feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their healthcare experience.

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Creating a Healthier Community

Creating community health is at the core of Beacon Health System’s mission. We believe promoting responsible, preventive health in our community is the right thing to do, and is key to long-term cost effectiveness. Improving the health of our region’s residents is as much social, economic and environmental as it is a medical issue.