Business symposium kicks off series of spring be nice. mental health events
The Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan and its be nice. program will host four spring mental health events this year.
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Community health needs assessments drive priorities for local health departments and hospitals
To better serve their communities, many health departments and hospitals undertake community health needs assessments (CHNA) by surveying the people they serve.
CDFI funding helps Corktown Health expand services for Detroit area’s LGBTQ residents
Corktown Health has evolved and grown from offering end-of-life services during the HIV/AIDS epidemic to providing primary care for the LGBTQ community. Through financial support from IFF, and through partnerships with local organizations including MiGen, the health network continues to provide a life-changing impact on the patients it serves.
Special funds are a step toward leveling the playing field for Black farmers
For the first time, BIPOC farmers in West Michigan will be able to apply for a grant through the West Michigan Farmers of Color Land Fund to help them buy, maintain, and improve agricultural land.
The 906 Adventure Team program teaches life skills with mountain bikes and more
Marquette's 906 Adventure program helps teach children the skills they need for life -- on and off mountain bikes. The program’s focus is on developing and nurturing life skills and working together.
Initiative rapidly expands doula ranks in Muskegon County, with major implications for birth equity
Muskegon-based How YOU Birth Doula Services is working to improve outcomes for parents and babies by leveraging Michigan's recently added Medicaid coverage for doula services.
Here’s how Michigan organizations are working to reduce cancer treatment’s crushing financial burden
In Michigan, several efforts are underway to help cancer patients prepare for, manage, and alleviate the financial struggles associated with treatment.
It’s electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network
The first electric off-road vehicle charging network is open in the western U.P. Polaris, Inc., a global leader in power sports, has installed four electric chargers along a network of trails. The initiative is part of Michigan's efforts to lead the country in outdoor recreation innovation, vehicle technology and sustainability.
Henry Ford Health program helps unpaid caregivers stay healthy
The Patient as Caregiver project helps unpaid caregivers carry on in their roles, reducing the amount of hired care needed and helping people age at place in their homes.
Oral health care is inaccessible to many Michiganders. This coalition is working to change that.
The Michigan Oral Health Coalition brings together a multitude of Michigan oral and general health partners to collaborate on improving oral health for all Michiganders, especially those who have barriers to access.
Community health needs assessments drive priorities for local health departments and hospitals
To better serve their communities, many health departments and hospitals undertake community health needs assessments (CHNA) by surveying the people they serve.
CDFI funding helps Corktown Health expand services for Detroit area’s LGBTQ residents
Corktown Health has evolved and grown from offering end-of-life services during the HIV/AIDS epidemic to providing primary care for the LGBTQ community. Through financial support from IFF, and through partnerships with local organizations including MiGen, the health network continues to provide a life-changing impact on the patients it serves.
Special funds are a step toward leveling the playing field for Black farmers
For the first time, BIPOC farmers in West Michigan will be able to apply for a grant through the West Michigan Farmers of Color Land Fund to help them buy, maintain, and improve agricultural land.
The 906 Adventure Team program teaches life skills with mountain bikes and more
Marquette's 906 Adventure program helps teach children the skills they need for life -- on and off mountain bikes. The program’s focus is on developing and nurturing life skills and working together.
Initiative rapidly expands doula ranks in Muskegon County, with major implications for birth equity
Muskegon-based How YOU Birth Doula Services is working to improve outcomes for parents and babies by leveraging Michigan's recently added Medicaid coverage for doula services.
Here’s how Michigan organizations are working to reduce cancer treatment’s crushing financial burden
In Michigan, several efforts are underway to help cancer patients prepare for, manage, and alleviate the financial struggles associated with treatment.
It’s electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network
The first electric off-road vehicle charging network is open in the western U.P. Polaris, Inc., a global leader in power sports, has installed four electric chargers along a network of trails. The initiative is part of Michigan's efforts to lead the country in outdoor recreation innovation, vehicle technology and sustainability.
Henry Ford Health program helps unpaid caregivers stay healthy
The Patient as Caregiver project helps unpaid caregivers carry on in their roles, reducing the amount of hired care needed and helping people age at place in their homes.
Oral health care is inaccessible to many Michiganders. This coalition is working to change that.
The Michigan Oral Health Coalition brings together a multitude of Michigan oral and general health partners to collaborate on improving oral health for all Michiganders, especially those who have barriers to access.
