Here’s how three Michigan nonprofits empower people living with disabilities
These nonprofits are taking innovative approaches to supporting and empowering people with disabilities so they can truly achieve the rights promised to them by the law.
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Partner Partner Content NorthWest Initiative collaborates with community to create a healthier Lansing
NorthWest Initiative offers food distribution, community gardens, nutrition education, cooking programs, school-based gardens, and a mobile farmers market.
Detroit nonprofit serving LGBTQ+ older adults adopts new name reflecting statewide focus
The Ferndale-based nonprofit MiGen is working to create safer, healthier communities for LGBTQ+ older adults across Michigan.
Partner Partner Content Active communities are healthier communities
Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities assessment offers a set of online tools to help Michigan communities create safe places for people to be active.
Genesee Health System earns “Top Workplace” award
Genesee Health System has earned the Energage 2023 Top Workplaces USA award. The award is made solely on the basis of employee feedback.
Center for Better Health and Wellness tackles health disparities beyond COVID in Benton Harbor
Established to address COVID-19-related health disparities, the center has pivoted to address additional unique health needs in predominantly Black Benton Harbor.
Community mental health brings Sawyer Auger to Sanilac County: “It’s OK to not be OK”
The Sawyer Auger “It’s OK to not be OK” Tour stops in Sandusky May 26 for a free concert aimed at eliminating stigma around mental illness.
New health care technologies improve outcomes for Michiganders of all ages
We took a look at several innovative health technologies, ranging from an app that screens pregnant people for substance use to a device that tracks stress responses to make it easier for older adults to get around.
Michigan’s new Medicaid coverage for birth doulas brings benefits and new challenges
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been bolstering support for Michigan doulas through its Doula Initiative.
Michigan Age-Friendly Action Plan aims to make it easier for adults to age in place
Michigan's Age-Friendly Action Plan has established a blueprint that's helping Michiganders ages 50 and older remain connected, feel respected, and live more independently within their communities.
