Kensington Wellness Support Center
Coverage of Kensington Wellness Support Center in the Nexus archive.
- Philadelphia expands Wellness Court for people in addiction
Philadelphia has expanded its Neighborhood Wellness Court program, which uses arrests for minor offenses to pressure unhoused opioid users into accepting treatment and social services. The program, part of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s 2025 initiative, faces criticism from health providers and activists who argue it is unethical and ineffective, while officials claim it avoids jail time and focuses on treatment access.
- Helen Gym touts progressivism; Biden visits Philly; COVID-era resource hubs to close | Morning Roundup
Helen Gym, a former City Council member and mayoral candidate, participated in a progressive event in Philadelphia after a recent political retreat. Former President Joe Biden made a surprise appearance in Philly for an LGBTQ+ advocacy ceremony, and the city's COVID-era resource hubs are closing as services transition.