Mental health millage means help for more people — and a healthier community
In Washtenaw County, adults served by community mental health increased 147%, and youths served 104%.
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“Beyond Incarceration”: New program offers supportive services for people leaving Washtenaw County Jail
Packard Health's Beyond Incarceration initiative provides connections to primary care, behavioral health services, and recovery resources for individuals preparing for release from the Washtenaw County Jail.
Why early childhood belongs on every Michigan voter’s ballot
Why Michigan voters should pay attention candidates' stands on childcare and early learning.
Ann Arbor millage yields big results in affordable housing development
Over $27 million from Arbor's Affordable Housing Millage has been spent or committed to 14 housing projects, four renovations, and five supportive services initiatives.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Experts in Ann Arbor say health care access is inseparable from academic success.
Washtenaw County officials say local elections are secure despite Trump calls to “nationalize” them
Washtenaw County elections officials say they're well-prepared to protect against fraud in this year's midterms and any other election. We interviewed them about their system and President Trump's statement that elections should be "nationalize[d]."
Will new MiLEAP policies better support small and home-based child care spaces?
Licensing updates and funding strategies aim to strengthen quality, stabilize providers, and expand access to child care.
Where will Michigan’s next governor stand on early childhood education?
Michigan's many gubernatorial candidates offer a variety of approaches to early childhood education.
Washtenaw sheriff’s office and Ypsi nonprofit team up to keep youth out of the justice system
The new Restorative and Preventative Intervention and Diversion (RAPID) program is a pre-arrest deflection initiative designed to connect youth with support before they become entangled in the criminal legal system.
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.
“Beyond Incarceration”: New program offers supportive services for people leaving Washtenaw County Jail
Packard Health's Beyond Incarceration initiative provides connections to primary care, behavioral health services, and recovery resources for individuals preparing for release from the Washtenaw County Jail.
Why early childhood belongs on every Michigan voter’s ballot
Why Michigan voters should pay attention candidates' stands on childcare and early learning.
Ann Arbor millage yields big results in affordable housing development
Over $27 million from Arbor's Affordable Housing Millage has been spent or committed to 14 housing projects, four renovations, and five supportive services initiatives.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Experts in Ann Arbor say health care access is inseparable from academic success.
Washtenaw County officials say local elections are secure despite Trump calls to “nationalize” them
Washtenaw County elections officials say they're well-prepared to protect against fraud in this year's midterms and any other election. We interviewed them about their system and President Trump's statement that elections should be "nationalize[d]."
Will new MiLEAP policies better support small and home-based child care spaces?
Licensing updates and funding strategies aim to strengthen quality, stabilize providers, and expand access to child care.
Where will Michigan’s next governor stand on early childhood education?
Michigan's many gubernatorial candidates offer a variety of approaches to early childhood education.
Washtenaw sheriff’s office and Ypsi nonprofit team up to keep youth out of the justice system
The new Restorative and Preventative Intervention and Diversion (RAPID) program is a pre-arrest deflection initiative designed to connect youth with support before they become entangled in the criminal legal system.
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.
