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Feature Story Katie Wendel, director of planning and advocacy at Area Agency on Aging 1B, which recently launched a voucher program to help unpaid caregivers afford respite care. Healthy Communities

Finding temporary care is a challenge for Michigan's many unpaid caregivers, but help is available

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, November 30, 2023
In The News As part of Hamilton Community Health Network’s 'Roll Up Your Sleeve' campaign, the organization is providing access to influenza vaccinations free of charge. Healthy Communities

Hamilton Community Health Network encourages Flint residents to get their flu shot

Briana McNairThursday, November 30, 2023
Feature Story Anika Sproull, WCCMH Crisis Team, helps a caller. Healthy Communities

Michigan’s community mental health agencies work hard to prevent youth suicide

MONIQUE BEDFORDTuesday, November 28, 2023
Feature Story “Sometimes, my story may inspire others. I am not ashamed of my journey; it is my testimony,” says Flint native Michell Thompson, pictured in downtown Flint on Nov. 18, 2023. Neighborhoods

The strength, resilience, and testimony of Michell Thompson

Xzavier SimonFriday, November 24, 2023
Feature Story Poet, actor, and author Jerimiah Whitehead smiles confidently outside Totem Books in downtown Flint on Nov. 17, 2023. Neighborhoods

Weathering the storm and finding truth with Jerimiah Whitehead

Xzavier SimonFriday, November 24, 2023
Feature Story Ken Nixon, director of outreach and community partnerships for Safe & Just Michigan. Healthy Communities

Lack of data raises questions about quality and cost effectiveness of Michigan's prison health care

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, November 16, 2023
In The News Shelter of Flint has partnered with Applegate Chevrolet to raise awareness about homelessness and help those in need during the cold winter months. Neighborhoods

Shelter of Flint and Applegate Chevrolet team up for Homelessness Awareness Month

Flintside News BriefsWednesday, November 8, 2023
Feature Story stabanow Healthy Communities

U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow and community mental health

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story Dr. Jordan Braciszewski demonstrates an iPad app used to screen children for mental health issues in Henry Ford Health clinics. Healthy Communities

Michigan providers use innovative technologies to expand access to behavioral health

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, November 1, 2023
Feature Story CCBHCs welcome all county residents no matter what their income or insurance status. Healthy Communities

Community Mental Health has made big strides over the past 12 months in MichiganMI Mental Health recaps CMH successes of the series' first year

JOANNE BAILEY-BOORSMATuesday, October 31, 2023
Feature Story Amy Romain, program director of behavioral medicine, Sparrow Health System/MSU Family Medicine Residency, and Emalie Karp, Sparrow Health System/MSU Family Medicine Residency behavioral medicine faculty member. Healthy Communities

Michigan initiatives create new supports for parents experiencing postpartum depression

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, October 26, 2023
Partner Content Dr. Colleen Allen, president and CEO of the Autism Alliance of Michigan, addressing the 2022 conference in Grand Rapids. Healthy Communities

Parents, caregivers and providers invited to learn about “Navigating Autism Today”

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, October 25, 2023
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network is gearing up to host the 'Stomp out Stigma' event, taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 24 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Hamilton North Pointe clinic in Flint. Healthy Communities

Hamilton Health Network hosts free mental health event to help 'stomp out stigma'

Sarah SpohnMonday, October 23, 2023
Feature Story Angela Gabridge, MiGen executive director, co-chaired a coalition that requested Michigan state funding for LGBTQ+ health. Healthy Communities

Michigan addresses LGBTQ+ health disparities with historic $10 million budget allotment

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, October 12, 2023
Feature Story Genesee Health System Urgent Care Healthy Communities

Michigan’s community mental health agencies expanding crisis care

KELSEY SANDERSTuesday, October 10, 2023
Feature Story Eric Lupher, president of the Citizens Research Council of Michigan. Healthy Communities

Michigan organizations work to improve poor health outcomes through "path to a prosperous future"

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, October 6, 2023
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