Jodi Silton Joins The Wellness Community-Greater Boston as Director of Community Relations

Newton, MA – February 19, 2007 - The Wellness Community–Greater Boston (TWC) a non-profit organization providing cancer support, education and hope, today announced that Jodi Silton has joined the senior management team as director of community relations.

In her new role, Ms. Silton will be responsible for initiating and maintaining strategic relationships between TWC and the businesses and organizations in the Greater Boston area. Her efforts will serve to enhance the visibility and awareness of TWC and its professional programs and services.

"We are so pleased that Jodi has joined our team,” said Ronald Lipof, President and CEO of TWC. “Her more than 20 years of successful experience in community education, program development, community building and fundraising will help bring more attention to TWC and our efforts to help people affected by cancer.”

Ms. Silton has a Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health Education from Northeastern University and a Master of Science degree in Health Care Administration from Simmons College.

The Wellness Community is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help people with cancer and their loved ones by providing a professional program of support, education and hope. Located in Newton and at Dimock Community Health Center in Roxbury, all programs and support services are free of charge.

For more information, please contact The Wellness Community-Greater Boston at 617-332-1919 or visit the organization’s website at www.wellnesscommunity.org.