A study published in the Western Journal of Emergency Medicine highlights the importance of community engagement in graduate medical education (GME). To enhance understanding of patients’ complex needs, a two-day Community Engagement Retreat was integrated into the curriculum for first-year residents. During the retreat, 22 residents visited multiple community organizations, interacting with workers and the public to learn about available services related to issues like homelessness and domestic violence. Following these visits, residents participated in discussions to reflect on how to incorporate this knowledge into their patient care in the emergency department. An anonymous survey indicated that 98.6% of residents felt the experience would improve their ability to care for patients, with many considering it a significant aspect of their training. The initiative illustrates the value of structured community engagement in addressing gaps in GME and enhancing overall patient care.