The Dimock Health Center in Roxbury has laid off 21 workers and instituted a hiring freeze, citing financial challenges as the primary reason.
A life-changing moment
Laquetta Pearson walked into her job as a financial counselor at the Dimock Health Center on Thursday morning only to face a life-changing moment. She was one of the 21 layoffs.
“I walked in and there was a red folder, which was my termination, my severance package, my unemployment papers and a check,” Pearson said.
In just three minutes, her world came crashing down. “They told me, unfortunately, we have to let you go. Without a reason,” Pearson recalled. She claims the company had her escorted around the building and ultimately outside by security.
Dimock Health Center is cutting costs
A spokesperson from Dimock explained that the decision was part of an effort to address financial strain caused by rising costs and policy changes. “Mission-based organizations nationwide are facing severe financial strain due to rising costs and policy changes. To ensure financial stability, Dimock must align expenses with revenue,” the center said…