PHOTOS: Celebrating 33 years of ADA while advocating for a better future
Disability Advocates of Kent County marks the Americans with Disabilities Act anniversary with an event that educates and advocates for a better future.
Michigan’s migrant farm workers face many health challenges, but help is available
Many of Michigan’s migrant farm workers risk injuries, illness, and chronic disease, which often go untreated. State and nonprofit programs are available to help.
Habitat, GDK, future homeowners celebrate first housing development for adults with disabilities
Those with disabilities are at even more of a disadvantage in the housing market than most. Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity celebrated its first development for single adults with disabilities Wednesday with a ribbon cutting that included GDK Construction and four of the soon-to-be homeowners.
PreK for All: Other states and cities share models for Michigan’s universal preschool program
A wealth of knowledge is available from other states and cities in building a universal preschool program for Michigan.
Community mental health and law enforcement collaborate to keep people out of jail
Collaborations between community mental health and law enforcement are helping people with mental health issues get the help they need and stay out of jail.
Entrepreneur creates first-of-its-kind accessory for deaf, hard-of-hearing gamers
Navy veteran and entrepreneur Tim Murphy explains his product, Audio Radar, which enables deaf and hard-of-hearing gamers to see the sound in video games. It’s a first-of-its-kind product.
GHACF awards over $660K in scholarships to 220 students
The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF) recently awarded more than $660,000 to 220 area students. The money comes from 130 scholarship funds, set up by families, organizations and businesses to make a lasting impact.
Fabric Building Covers bringing first U.S. operations, 21 new jobs to Hudsonville
Fabric Building Covers chooses West Michigan over competing sites in the Midwest and Canada, underscoring the state’s leadership in advanced manufacturing.
Consultants empower child care providers to meet mental health needs of the youngest Michiganders
The Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation program sends trained early childhood consultants to daycare settings and preschools to help caregivers better meet children's needs.
CFHZ grants worth $233K to support housing, healthy food options
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area (CFHZ) has given out more than $200K in grants to support local projects addressing affordable housing, helping individuals with disabilities, and healthy food options.
