Houston Methodist Board Member David Underwood Jr., Legacy Endowment Board Member George Hawkins, Houston Methodist SVP of Community Development Cathy Easter, Houston Methodist Board Chair Gregory Nelson, Legacy Operating Board Chair Ryan Martin, Houston Methodist President & CEO Dr. Marc Boom, Legacy Interim CEO Robert Palussek, Houston City Councilmember Julian Ramirez, Legacy Chief Development & External Affairs Officer Chree Boydstun, Legacy Operating Board Member Gary Hammett, Legacy Operating and Endowment Boards Member Ronnie Kurtin, State Representative Charlene Ward Johnson liason Timothy White
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Legacy of Healing: Groundbreaking Clinic in Acres Homes Brings Health, Hope, and a $50 Million Boost from Houston Methodist
In the heart of one of Houston’s most historic and resilient communities, a new era of accessible, high-quality healthcare is breaking ground—literally and symbolically. On April 25, 2025, the leadership of Legacy Community Health Services, together with Houston Methodist, community advocates, and government leaders, gathered to celebrate the official groundbreaking of the Legacy Acres Homes Clinic, a state-of-the-art healthcare facility set to open its doors in July 2026. The moment marked more than a construction milestone—it represented decades of trust, advocacy, and investment in health equity.
