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Estelle Slootmaker

Estelle Slootmaker's Latest Articles

How are Michigan’s families doing?

Rising costs, child care shortages and barriers to health care are straining Michigan families. What could help?

Is PreK for All meeting its goals?

Roadmap co-author encouraged by how the state is expanding its Great Start Readiness Program into universal pre-K.

How public libraries instill literacy in littles

Libraries' children’s programming builds kindergarten readiness and a lifelong love for reading.

CMHA: Telling the whole story about Michigan’s public mental health system

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan gives a voice to the issues and the people experiencing them.

True community mental health: How one county’s CMH board ensures care is relevant

Alice Kelsey shares why she serves and how citizen boards help CMHs provide better care to county residents.

How employee retention grows Michigan’s health care workforce

Retaining folks working within the health care sector is a vital strategy in turning around current and projected workforce shortages.

Downtown Utica’s Art Nook: “Super cool place making”

Art Nook connects folks to downtown businesses and showcases a colorful mural by artist Kevin Gano.

Generation E: Growing the next generation of entrepreneurs

The Generation E program for student entrepreneurs is a collaboration among the city of Monroe, its small businesses, and Monroe Public Schools.

“When I grow up.” Inspiring kids to dream big about careers in health care

These collaborations show how growing interest in health care careers can begin early.

Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities

Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.

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