Thanksgiving meals across the Great Lakes Bay Region
Nonprofits, churches, and community centers are offering meals, pantry items, and additional support for residents in need this holiday season.
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How Midland’s Great Start Collaborative nurtures children and strengthens community
Great Start Collaborative: Uniting families, educators, and community partners to ensure every child can thrive.
Community coalition to continue its work, even after the federal shutdown ends
Even after the federal government shutdown ends, it's unclear when food benefits will reach families. A local coalition plans to continue its work to ease food insecurity.
Disability Network of Mid-Michigan promotes inclusion beyond Neighboring Week
Although Neighboring Week has ended, the impact of the Disability Network of Mid-Michigan continues to ripple through the community.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care
Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.
Hike, bike, and enjoy a sweet treat with first-ever Pedals to Pines event
Little Forks Conservancy and Friends of the Pere-Marquette Rail Trail invite Midland residents to enjoy a casual bike and hike event on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Why talking about suicide is the best way to prevent it
Mental health agencies encourage conversation and sharing stories as a key method of preventing suicides.
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.
How Midland’s Great Start Collaborative nurtures children and strengthens community
Great Start Collaborative: Uniting families, educators, and community partners to ensure every child can thrive.
Community coalition to continue its work, even after the federal shutdown ends
Even after the federal government shutdown ends, it's unclear when food benefits will reach families. A local coalition plans to continue its work to ease food insecurity.
Disability Network of Mid-Michigan promotes inclusion beyond Neighboring Week
Although Neighboring Week has ended, the impact of the Disability Network of Mid-Michigan continues to ripple through the community.
Bay County coalition is bridging the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
Dental therapy offers Michigan an innovative path to expand essential oral health care
Michigan introduces licensed dental therapists to address provider shortages, empowering students to deliver vital community care.
Hike, bike, and enjoy a sweet treat with first-ever Pedals to Pines event
Little Forks Conservancy and Friends of the Pere-Marquette Rail Trail invite Midland residents to enjoy a casual bike and hike event on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Why talking about suicide is the best way to prevent it
Mental health agencies encourage conversation and sharing stories as a key method of preventing suicides.
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.
