Healing urban communities together

The Boots on the Ground project emerged from a coalition of residents, community leaders, and policymakers seeking urgent and community-driven solutions to the fentanyl epidemic that has devastated Bay Area Black communities—particularly men over the age of 53. As fentanyl distribution and usage has increased, Urban Cities Healing Strategies (UCHS) has responded swiftly with a culturally rooted and trauma-informed approach.

The UCHS approach is grounded in relationship-building, harm reduction, and a deep understanding of the intersectional challenges facing Black residents—challenges that include addiction, generational trauma, housing instability, and systemic disenfranchisement. Our services are not only responsive but proactive, designed to interrupt cycles of suffering with culturally relevant healing and immediate, low-barrier access to care.

Join our wellness workshops to learn about different topics related to health and wellness. From stress management to healthy cooking, our workshops are designed to help you live your best life.

Urban Cities Healing Strategies aims to build a community of Tiny Homes for returning citizens and the less fortunate who need help putting their lives together. We will create a community of hope and help.

 Clinical assistants at Urban Cities Healing Strategies Center play a vital role in supporting both patients and medical staff, helping to reduce health disparities and improve overall community wellness. 

Belonging is a big part of healing after trauma. UCHS will have its first Hunters Point Festival in 2026, to bring health awareness, jobs, music, books, poetry, films, and communication to the community.