Community Health & Wellness

West Michigan program links food access to student learning

Kids’ Food Basket pairs meals with nutrition education, helping West Michigan students improve focus, try more nutritious foods, and build healthy habits.

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Transportation: An overlooked barrier to mental health care

Collaboration ensures Allegan County residents get mental health care when they need it.

Health center trains local residents as dental assistants to fill workforce gaps

HealthLinc, a federally qualified health center covers training costs while preparing local residents for dental assistant jobs, strengthening workforce pipelines and expanding access to care.

TEAM Be Better; expands mental health support with new Holland office

A Holland nonprofit opens a new space to help families navigate mental health care through free, coordinated consultations and advocacy.

Foundation awards $164,000 to expand community mental health access

Grants support nonprofits using culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and creative programs to reduce barriers and strengthen mental health services across Ottawa County.

Local networks, real results: Success stories from Michigan’s CMHs

Michigan's community mental health agencies serve as lifelines and innovators.

Wife of veteran with Alzheimer’s finds strength through support from Disability Network

As her husband’s Alzheimer’s progresses, Karen Bass turns to Disability Network West Michigan for vital guidance, community support, and lifesaving caregiver resources.

Conference creates welcoming space where autism community connects with wide range of resources

The Autism Alliance of Michigan hosts the 2025 Navigating Autism Today (NAT) Conference in Grand Rapids on Friday, November 14.

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