Building a HealthierCommunity Together
When healthcare becomes fragmented and communities suffer, we become the solution. The Peoples Health & Wellness Center brings integrated care, wellness programs, and affordable housing to Norfolk, Virginia.
One Address. Complete Care.
Primary care, behavioral health, dental, fitness, nutrition — all under one roof.
The Reality
Why This Center Matters
The health crisis in Norfolk is not about a lack of care — it is about fragmented care that fails our community.
Health Need Index
Norfolk ranks 4th highest in Hampton Roads for socioeconomic health needs (2025 Community Health Index)
Norfolk Population
Residents served across a community with significant health disparities and access gaps
Highest Zip Need Score
Norfolk 23504 scores 91.4/100 on the Community Health Index — indicating extreme need
SDOH Impact
Social determinants account for most health outcomes — not clinical care alone
Our Vision
When Healthcare Fails a Community, We Become the Solution
Our vision comes to life at the Peoples Health and Wellness Center — a comprehensive space designed to deliver integrated care, holistic therapies, and development programs that help our community live longer, healthier lives.
We believe that health is not just the absence of disease. It is the presence of opportunity — access to care, stable housing, meaningful work, and genuine community connection. That is why we build more than programs. We build the places where transformation happens.
About Us
OUR STORY
For over eight years, Peoples Foundation has been a pillar of support in Norfolk's underserved communities. We've provided food assistance, educational programs, and community resources to thousands of families facing hardship.
But we recognized a deeper truth: the community health gap could not be closed without addressing the spaces where people live, heal, and connect. Real estate development became our answer — building the physical infrastructure for health transformation.
The Peoples Health & Wellness Center was born from this belief. It is not just a building — it is a comprehensive response to decades of fragmented care, an investment in the places where real change happens.
Our Mission in Action
See how we're transforming community health in Norfolk
Leadership
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Our leadership team brings decades of experience in healthcare, community development, and public health advocacy.
Dr. Anna Peoples
CEO & Founder, Peoples Pharmacy
A Norfolk native and pioneering clinical pharmacist with over 30 years of experience. Dr. Peoples is dedicated to helping people get healthy, stay healthy, and live longer through holistic care that incorporates natural medicines with conventional therapy.
Health & wellness media expert featured on WHRO, 13 News, 10 Wavy, and WTKR News 3
Fletcher Williams
M.A., CCHW, QMHP, CPhT
A dedicated healthcare professional and public health advocate raised in Hampton Roads. During COVID-19, she expanded access to essential medications, testing, and health education for underserved communities.
Registered Pharmacy Technician, Community Health Worker, and QMHP committed to equitable healthcare
Mr. Anderson Peoples
Chief Financial Officer, Peoples Pharmacy & CEO/Owner, Casey's Art
A seasoned financial leader and entrepreneur, Mr. Anderson Peoples brings exceptional fiscal stewardship and business acumen to the Peoples Foundation. As CFO of Peoples Pharmacy and CEO of Casey's Art, he oversees community-centered initiatives that bridge commerce and care — coordinating strategically with nonprofits dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors across Hampton Roads.
Community development strategist with deep roots in Hampton Roads nonprofit leadership
Ernest Dwyer
Director, Salvation Army Center of Hope
Director of The Salvation Army Center of Hope in Houston, Texas. Ernest leads veteran services including housing access, employment assistance, and vocational training for the Houston Area Command.
Certified Career and Life Coach at Career and Beyond, LLC
Community in Action
Programs That Transform Lives
Beyond clinical care, we invest in the community programs that address the root causes of poor health — building pathways to recovery, employment, and stable housing.
Harm Reduction Program
Meeting people where they are with compassionate, non-judgmental support for substance use challenges.
Community Outreach
Taking health education and resources directly to neighborhoods that need them most.
Peer Recovery Specialist Training
Career development pathways that transform lived experience into professional credentials.
Permanent Supportive Housing
50 affordable residences providing stable housing as the foundation for health and recovery.
Strategic Partnership
Sentara Health Partnership
Our partnership with Sentara Health provides comprehensive physical health, mental health support, and behavioral health services — ensuring residents receive coordinated, whole-person care with all professionals working together to monitor their health journey.
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What We Provide
Comprehensive services designed to support every aspect of health and wellness.
4 Nurse Practitioners
Dedicated healthcare providers for primary care
On-Site Laboratory
Convenient lab services for diagnostics and testing
Dental Services
Comprehensive oral health care and preventive services
Physical Health
Fitness center, physical therapy, and wellness programs
Cognitive Health
Memory care programming and brain health activities
Computer Room
Technology access for education and connectivity
Library
Resources for learning, research, and relaxation
Game Room
Social activities and recreational engagement
Our Approach
Blue Zones Design Philosophy
Our approach is inspired by Blue Zones — regions of the world where people live the longest, healthiest lives. We have designed every aspect of the center around the four pillars that research shows lead to longevity and wellbeing.
“This project represents exactly what LISC's Healthy Futures Fund was created to support — community-driven solutions that address health through housing, design, and comprehensive services.”
— LISC Healthy Futures Initiative
Move Naturally
Design environments that encourage walking, gardening, and physical activity as part of daily life.
Eat Wisely
Community gardens, nutrition education, and access to fresh, whole foods for sustainable health.
Connect
Spaces designed for social interaction, reducing isolation and building meaningful community bonds.
Find Purpose
Career development, peer support training, and opportunities for contribution and growth.
Senior Living
Our 50 affordable senior residences are designed with Blue Zones principles — encouraging movement, social connection, and access to fresh food through the rooftop community garden.
Wellness & Longevity
Every program and space is designed around evidence-based practices that extend healthspan — from fitness classes to nutrition counseling to meditation gardens.
The Wellness Center
Six Floors of Integrated Care
The Peoples Health & Wellness Center is more than a building — it is a community investment. Each floor is dedicated to a key aspect of whole-person health, bringing together conventional medicine, holistic therapies, and wellness programming under one roof.
Peoples Health & Wellness Center
Developed by Peoples Foundation, the center brings together conventional medicine, holistic therapies, and wellness programming under one roof, making comprehensive care accessible to those who need it most. This is what we mean when we say we develop health — we build the spaces where it happens.
50 Affordable Senior Residences
Stable housing as a foundation for health
Sanctuary Garden
Community garden, meditation spaces, and outdoor wellness areas
Cognitive Health
Memory care programming and brain health activities
Behavioral Health
Mental health counseling, therapy, and substance use support
Physical Wellness
Fitness center, physical therapy, and group exercise studios
Dental Services
Comprehensive oral health care and preventive services
Primary Care
Medical clinic, care coordination, and chronic disease management
Our Impact
Proven Track Record of Community Impact
For over three decades, we've demonstrated our commitment to Norfolk's most vulnerable residents through consistent, reliable service.
"This project exemplifies how healthcare organizations can partner with communities to address social determinants of health at scale."
Strategic Partnerships
Working together for community health
Sentara Health Partnership: Providing comprehensive physical health, mental health support, and behavioral health services with all professionals working together to monitor care.
Designed for Longevity
Our facility incorporates design principles from the world's Blue Zones — regions where people live the longest, healthiest lives. These principles guide everything from our rooftop garden to our community spaces.
Partner With Us
Interested in Becoming a Partner?
We're building something transformative — and we need partners who share our vision. Whether you're a foundation, government agency, corporate sponsor, or private investor, there are meaningful ways to contribute to community health. Below are our partnership areas with the outcomes that matter most.
Primary Care & Chronic Disease
Support comprehensive primary care services addressing the region's highest chronic disease burden.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Oral Health & Dental Services
Expand access to comprehensive oral health care in an underserved community with significant dental needs.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Physical Wellness & Rehabilitation
Create accessible fitness and physical therapy programs that improve mobility and quality of life.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Behavioral & Mental Health
Address the critical mental health gap with counseling, therapy, and substance use recovery support.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Cognitive Health & Memory Care
Provide specialized programming for brain health, memory care, and cognitive wellness for aging adults.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Rooftop Sanctuary & Nutrition
Support community gardens, meditation spaces, and nutrition education that address food security.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Affordable Senior Housing
Provide stable, dignified housing integrated with wellness services for 50 senior residents.
Key Outcomes & Metrics
Partnership Opportunities
Ready to Make an Impact?
We're looking for partners who believe in integrated, whole-person care. Let's discuss how your investment can transform community health.
Get Started
Ready to Invest in
What Actually Works?
Peoples Foundation has the community trust, operational track record, and institutional partnerships to deliver this at scale. We're looking for partners ready to make it real.
Request Grant Packet
Complete project details, impact metrics, and funding alignment documentation.
grants@peoplesfoundationva.orgRequest Investment Deck
Financial projections, development timeline, and partnership opportunities.
invest@peoplesfoundationva.org