‘This was built for you.’ West Garfield Park celebrates nearly $50 million wellness center
The Sankofa Village Wellness Center has opened in West Garfield Park, Chicago, as new public health data shows the neighborhood's life expectancy has increased from 67 to 70 years. Black Chicagoans have made the most gains in life expectancy since the COVID-19 pandemic, adding almost six years to their lives.
The Sankofa Village Wellness Center, a $50 million facility, has opened in West Garfield Park, Chicago. The center offers various services, including medical and dental care, an indoor gym, and job assistance. New public health data shows that the neighborhood's life expectancy has increased from 67 to 70 years, with Black Chicagoans making the most gains since the COVID-19 pandemic. Life expectancy for Black Chicagoans is now 73 years, up from 67 years. The citywide life expectancy is now around 80 years. Despite progress, a 20-year life expectancy gap remains between neighborhoods like Fuller Park and the Loop.
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