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Partner Content Paula Nelson, Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center president and CEO, with Jessica Horton, a former Sacred Heart client and now a Sacred Heart peer support coach. Healthy Communities

Michigan’s recovery communities offer a "total ecosystem" of services for getting and staying sober

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERFriday, May 27, 2022
Partner Content A father selects fresh-picked radishes at a local farm stand. Healthy Communities

Creating sustainable, local food systems through food policy councils

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERWednesday, May 25, 2022
In The News 2nd Ward Community Conversations' presented with a surprise appearance by Flint Mayor Sheldon A. Neely. Neighborhoods

2nd Ward residents dive into 'The Adverse Childhood Experiences' at May's Community Conversation

Xzavier SimonTuesday, May 24, 2022
In The News Talib Bondon El, founder and owner of Acacia Essentials. Entrepreneurship

Exploring holistic health with Talib Bondon El, owner of Acacia Essentials

Tia ScottMonday, May 16, 2022
In The News Sarvis Park neighborhood kids and residents cleaning up for Sarvis Park's Clean-up Day Neighborhoods

Sarvis Park comes alive for its annual community clean-up day

Xzavier SimonMonday, May 9, 2022
Partner Content Students at North Elementary School in Birch Run participate in an InPACT physical activity break. Healthy Communities

New program helps Michigan kids maximize physical activity in the classroom

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, May 5, 2022
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Special report: COVID-19's silver linings for mental health care in Michigan

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, April 28, 2022
In The News QuickEats aims to fit every client’s health needs in the Genesee County area while locally sourcing ingredients. Entrepreneurship

Local meal prep service cooks up plans for healthy living

Qiana TownsMonday, April 25, 2022
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Flint native to host annual Trauma Awareness Walk in downtown Flint

Qiana TownsFriday, April 22, 2022
Feature Story Several Michigan-based organizations are aiming to spread awareness about the dangers of kidney disease among African Americans, particularly in the Flint area. Healthy Communities

Three organizations addressing kidney disease in Flint's African American community

Brianna NargisoTuesday, April 19, 2022
Feature Story Flint native Tom Wyatt is the new Executive Director of the Neighborhood Engagement Hub, located at 3216 MLK Avenue in Flint, MI. Healthy Communities

A new director and direction for the Neighborhood Engagement Hub

Edna SabuccoFriday, April 15, 2022
Partner Content Timothy Michling, research associate in health affairs at the Citizens Research Council of Michigan and author of a report entitled "Michigan Falls Short on Mental Health Services." Healthy Communities

How can Michigan address its dire shortage of mental health professionals?

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, April 14, 2022
Partner Content Jake Williams, Gleaners Community Food Bank nutrition education manager, and Bridget Brown, director for Gleaners' Food Secure Livingston program, at Shared Harvest Pantry in Howell. Healthy Communities

SNAP-Ed inspires healthy eating in Southeast Michigan food pantries

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, April 14, 2022
In The News The 'Nine Month Club' holds virtual discussions on how to manage pregnancy every fourth Wednesday of the month from 2 to 3 p.m. Healthy Communities

Hamilton Network's 'Nine Month Club' offers online support for expectant mothers

Sarah SpohnWednesday, April 13, 2022
Partner Content An intergenerational Spanish class at the Ypsilanti Senior Center. Healthy Communities

Intergenerational programs bring younger and older Michiganders together to promote healthier aging

ESTELLE SLOOTMAKERThursday, April 7, 2022
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