Health and Wellness

In The News Hamilton Community Health Network is launching its free monthly 'Healthy Mind/Healthy Body' discussion series on Friday, March 21 at North Pointe Clinic in Flint.  Healthy Communities

Hamilton Community Health Network launches free behavioral health talk series

Flintside News BriefsMonday, March 17, 2025
In The News The Valley Area Agency on Aging will host its 2025 Annual Meeting on Thursday, April 10, at the Genesys Banquet and Conference Center in Grand Blanc Township. Healthy Communities

Valley Area Agency on Aging hosts 2025 Annual Meeting to honor seniors and community leaders

Tia ScottMonday, March 3, 2025
Feature Story Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Black Americans, but taking preventative measures and making healthier lifestyle choices can help sustain a longer, healthier life. Healthy Communities

Your Heart, Your Health: Preventing heart disease in the Black community

Brianna NargisoFriday, February 28, 2025
In The News Hamilton Community Health Network is expanding and hiring Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs) to join its Behavioral Health team in Flint. Healthy Communities

Hamilton Health Network expands, hiring social workers to strengthen behavioral health services

Tia ScottFriday, January 31, 2025
Longform Nancy Baum(L) and Nailah Henry contributed to the CHRT report that suggests strategically placed, mobile crisis response teams could increase accessibility to crisis care. Healthy Communities

Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 7, 2025
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CHAAT program tackles loneliness among seniors with friendly phone calls

Brianna NargisoWednesday, December 18, 2024
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Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, December 17, 2024
In The News The 'GLOW' event returns to bring holiday cheer to young patients at Hurley Children’s Hospital on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. Healthy Communities

Community gathers to 'GLOW' for Hurley Children's Hospital this holiday season

Flintside News BriefsMonday, December 9, 2024
Longform Deb Messing oversees Sanilac County Community Mental Health communications efforts to the county's rural residents. Healthy Communities

Rural mental health providers overcome stigma, rugged individualism, and distance to provide care

Julie RiddleTuesday, December 3, 2024
Feature Story Michigan’s hospitals and community mental health agencies collaborate to ensure all of a patient's health care needs are met. Healthy Communities

Michigan hospitals and community mental health agencies collaborate for whole-person care

Monique BedfordWednesday, November 20, 2024
Feature Story The newest endeavor of Flint’s Good Church is its affordable laundromat, Good Laundry, which serves as a direct response to nearby neighbors who are experiencing hygiene poverty. Community Development

Good Laundry is making a great impact on hygiene poverty in Flint

Sarah SpohnTuesday, November 19, 2024
Longform Care Model Training recipients Dinora Quintanilla (far left) and Kim Poplaski (far right) with Care Model Training facilitator Vanessa Jimenez (center). Healthy Communities

New training helps Kent County providers better connect residents in need to resources

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 14, 2024
Longform Zachary Frieben, Summit Pointe customer service specialist, can help clients who feel their patient rights may not have been respected. Healthy Communities

Michigan's CMHs work hard to ensure patient rights are understood and upheld

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 22, 2024
Longform Nurses like District Health Department #10’s Becky Gossman RN are only one facet of the future public health workforce. Healthy Communities

Redefining public health in Michigan: A vision for a post-pandemic future

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 15, 2024
Feature Story Community mental health agencies from all over the state came to the 2024 rally to show support for their clients and friends and to advocate for a stronger mental health system. Healthy Communities

20th 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' rally promotes public mental health care

Monique BedfordTuesday, October 15, 2024
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