We provide health education and programs that promote physical, emotional, relational and spiritual health for individuals and families.
Youth & Family Programs
Philly Youth Basketball
Free basketball training and off-court enrichment for 5th-8th graders.
Date: Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm.
Location: The CORE 3222 H. Street
Clay, Play, Read!
A 5-week clay program for families.
Date: Mondays, March 17th to April 14th, 4:00-5:30 pm
Location: 4417 N. 6th Street
Family Fit
An 8-week family program for parents and children that includes exercise and cooking healthy meals.
Date: Tuesdays, March 25-May 13th: 4:30-6:00pm
Location: The CORE 3222 H Street
Summer Teen Internship
Description: An immersive 3-week experience for high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors interested in a career in healthcare. Join us in Summer 2025 for shadowing opportunities, professional development, mentorship, hands-on training, and more.
Date: Summer 2025
Adult Programs
Lifestyle Medicine Class
A class that teaches how to prepare plant-based meals and discusses health topics.
Dates: To be determined
Location: The CORE 3222 H. Street
Young at Heart Seniors Program
A community for older adults to gather, laugh, learn, and share life stories and experiences together. We play games, go on trips, do art activities, and learn about different community resources and health topics.
Date: Tuesdays, 10:00am-11:30 am
Location: 4417 N. 6th St.
Yoga 4 Philly
Free, beginner-friendly yoga class with childcare included! Enjoy the benefits of stress reduction, increased flexibility, mental clarity, concentration and better posture. Walk-ins welcome, no registration needed.
Date: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30PM
Location: The CORE Fitness 3222 H St.
Community Health Promoters
An 8-week training addressing physical, mental, relational, and spiritual health topics. This course aims to empower community members by enhancing their skill to advocate for health topics, support their community, and share valuable health information with others.
Date: Fall 2025
CORE Action Team
Resident advisory board made up of members who live, work, or worship in Kensington to give insight and feedback on community and development decisions made by Esperanza Health Center. Accepts new members yearly.
Time: 1st Wednesday of the month 6:00-8:00PM
Location: The CORE 3222 H Street
Community Resources
Baby Goods Exchange
For families with babies and children to share and exchange clothing, toys, bottles, and other materials, and learn about available community resources!
Dates: May 3, June 5, September 4, October 18, December 4
Location: The CORE 3222 H Street
Hub4Health
This monthly resource fair provides food, clothing, and other resources to community members.
Dates: Every third Wednesday of the month from 10 am-12 pm
Location: The CORE 3222 H Street
Contact
For more information on our programs please call (215) 302-3600 ext. 297 or email promoter@esperanzahealth.com