News Releases

October 30, 2023 (Rochester, NY) - Trillium Health mourns the recent passing of two longtime champions of HIV/AIDS care in the Rochester community: Sue Cowell and Sister Arlene Helget. Sue Cowell helped to establish AIDS Rochester in 1983, which later merged with Community Health Network to form…

October 23, 2023 (Rochester, NY) – Trillium Health is pleased to partner with the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute and other healthcare organizations across the state to organize PrEP Aware Week 2023. The initiative, running October 23-29, helps raise awareness about…

September 26, 2023 (Rochester, NY) –Monroe County Clerk Jamie Romeo and the Monroe County Department of Motor Vehicles held a pop-up Mobile DMV event at Monroe Square today from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monroe Square, which is located at 259 Monroe Avenue, is home to three agencies –…

August 7, 2023 (Rochester, NY) – Trillium Health, a community health center dedicated to delivering exceptional and inclusive care, has been recognized as an Age-Friendly Health System Participant by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI). This recognition highlights Trillium Health’s…

July 17, 2023 (ROCHESTER, N.Y.) —Trillium Health, a community health center dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennison Bielemeier and Mary Beth Walker to its Executive Leadership Team. Both individuals bring extensive expertise…

Pride will happen rain or shine! The Pride Parade and Festival both take place on Saturday, July 15, 2023. PARADE The Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. and goes down Park Avenue between Alexander & Brunswick. Nearly 200 groups have signed up to march. Street parking in the city is free on the weekends.…

July 1, 2023 (Rochester, NY) - Trillium Health is proud to announce that Jason Barnecut-Kearns has become its next President and CEO. Barnecut-Kearns replaces Andrea DeMeo, who retired after serving as Trillium Health’s President and CEO for eight years. 'We are thrilled that Jason Barnecut-Kearns…

June 15, 2023 (Rochester, NY) –Reenah Golden and Todd Ranous have been named the Grand Marshal and Honorary Marshal of Rochester Pride. Both honorees will attend the Flag Raising Ceremony, the Pride Parade, and other events throughout Pride Week. The Pride Grand Marshal is a person who has…

Tickets for the Festival are on sale now! June 1, 2022 (Rochester, NY) –Trillium Health and ESL Federal Credit Union will be the premier sponsors of the 2023 Rochester Pride Parade and Festival. “Trillium Health is proud to partner with ESL Federal Credit Union to present the Rochester Parade…

Ada Vox and Thea Austin to take the stage on July 15, 2023 May 4, 2023 (Rochester, NY) – Ada Vox and Thea Austin will take the stage as headliners at the Rochester Pride Festival on July 15, 2023, from 1:00-8:00 p.m. at Cobbs Hill Park. Vox and Austin will be part of a vibrant lineup of music and…

Early Bird Pricing Available until April 30th April 10, 2023 (ROCHESTER, N.Y.) — Tickets are now on sale for Trillium Health’s White Party. The White Party is Trillium Health’s largest fundraiser of the year. The event will be held on Saturday, June 10, from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at…

Trillium stands to lose $5 million in critical funding due to changes to the 340B Prescription Drug Discount Program; could be forced to cut life-saving programs March 28, 2023 (ROCHESTER, NY) – Employees and supporters of Trillium Health rallied in downtown Rochester in a last-ditch effort to…

Trillium Health’s Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Development Officer transitions to new role Rochester, NY (February 20, 2023) – Trillium Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike and a Ryan White Clinic, announced the appointment of Jason Barnecut-Kearns…

February 14, 2023 (ROCHESTER, NY) — Trillium Health is proud to announce that the Rochester Pride website has launched for 2023! Please visit rochesterpride.com to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, vendor applications, volunteering, and more. “Trillium Health is thrilled to…

Trillium Health is a proud to be recertified as Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). A patient-centered medical home is a model of care that puts patients at the forefront of care. How does it benefit our patients?  We get to know their health history so we can suggest treatment options that…

The mayor has issued a state of emergency in the City of Rochester due to the water main break and the impending winter storm, and the county executive is preparing for emergency weather operations. In anticipation of difficult travel, all Trillium Health sites will be closed on 12/23. The clinic…

Funding will be used to improve public health and wellness for historically underrepresented, vulnerable, and underserved populations in Monroe County December 14, 2022 (ROCHESTER, NY) — Trillium Health is proud to announce that it has been awarded a total of $4.9 million over 4 years in American…

Today we celebrate a historic moment for LGBTQ+ people. President Biden has signed bipartisan legislation into law strengthening protections for same-sex marriage. We know that the advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights does not stop with this legislation, and Trillium Health will continue to support efforts…

Event planned at Native in Rochester on Thursday, December 8 December 1, 2022 (ROCHESTER, N.Y.) — World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1 to remember people who have died from an AIDS-related illness, show support for people living with HIV, and raise awareness about HIV prevention. This…

HIV prevention drug PrEP now available in multiple forms, making it easier for people to take ownership of sexual health, gain piece of mind October 24, 2022 (ROCHESTER, N.Y.) — Trillium Health is joining community health centers across New York State to raise awareness about pre-exposure…