NAACP - Temple, Texas - BaylorScott&White

Additionally to our partnership. Several of our members are part of the Baylor Scott & White Patient & Family Advisory Council, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient-centered care and community involvement. It signifies a collaborative effort to improve healthcare services and patient experiences.

Members of this council from the NAACP Temple Branch include NAACP Life Member William Leak and Subscribing Life Member Virginia Leak, along with other concerned citizens from the community. The Leak's experience and dedication to the NAACP's mission can bring valuable perspectives and insights to the collaboration.

For anyone with concerns or wishes to get in touch, the provided contact email, TempleNAACPBranch@gmail.com, serves as a direct communication channel, ensuring transparency and accessibility.

This partnership appears to be well-rounded, encompassing healthcare, community involvement, and a commitment to addressing concerns and feedback from the community. It's a commendable effort towards positively impacting the Temple area and beyond.

Our Valued Partnership with Baylor Scott & White Health

We are deeply grateful for the ongoing partnership and presence of Baylor Scott & White Health throughout our year-round programming. Their commitment to community health extends far beyond sponsorship—it is demonstrated through active engagement, education, and service.

Representatives from Mental Health, Hospice, Women’s Health, Oncology, Faith Community Health, Provider Engagement, and Community Affairs regularly support our initiatives by serving as speakers, hosting resource tables, and providing trusted guidance to individuals and families seeking care. Their presence ensures our community has direct access to accurate information, preventive health education, and clear pathways to services.

We are especially appreciative of:

Dr. Patsy Sulak, who has faithfully presented at our Women’s Health Forums for the past two years, continues to provide invaluable preventive health education.
Rev. Tashana Morgan and Elysa Franklin of Faith Community Health, who help connect families to compassionate care and resources.
Dr. Sripriya Santhanam, oncologist and featured speaker at our Annual Walk/Run, raising awareness about cancer prevention and treatment.
Keimonya Jenkins of Hospice Care, who has educated our community on end-of-life support services.
Eyal Kaczur, Director of the Baylor Scott & White’s Provider Engagement and Community Affairs teams, consistently shows up at events throughout the year, keeping our community informed about screenings, outreach programs, and healthcare initiatives that improve access and equity.

In addition, two of our Board Members serve on Baylor Scott & White’s Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC), ensuring that community voices are represented in conversations that shape patient experience and quality of care. Vasicek Cancer Treatment Center, a valued collaborator and beneficiary of our Annual Walk/Run efforts.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing health, equity, and education within our community. We are thankful for their leadership, collaboration, and continued investment in the well-being of those we serve.