COVID kids and mental health: How are pandemic littles doing today?
Mental health challenges have surfaced but kids also benefited from increased family time and less hectic schedules.
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Navigating autism now more difficult for Michiganders
Autism Alliance of Michigan has laid off 75% of staff due to unexpected state funding cut.
On-Demand Coaching helps Ypsi’s government and small businesses build a winning team
A Michigan Municipal League program helps Ypsi and other municipalities connect small businesses and entrepreneurs with existing capital and technical assistance.
Recast Leaders aim to revitalize local economies
Ypsilanti and six other Michigan communities are working on building their local economies in the Recast Leaders program. Here's a look at how the program works.
Partner Partner Content How employee retention grows Michigan’s health care workforce
Retaining folks working within the health care sector is a vital strategy in turning around current and projected workforce shortages.
Partner Partner Content Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce
The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.
Chelsea city leaders work with Michigan Municipal League to strengthen local economy
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
Autism Hero Walk: Grab your capes and get ready to fly!
Join 5,000 families at the Detroit Zoo Sept. 20 for the Autism Hero Walk, celebrating Michigan’s autism community with fun, support, and resources.
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
