For people on the autism spectrum, simple healthcare tasks such as routine vaccinations or annual check-ups can be a challenge. Sensory rooms are one way to overcome that challenge.
MI Mental Health spoke with North Country Community Mental Health Outpatient Therapist Judy Crockett on the importance of addressing the unique needs of Michigan’s tribal communities.
Peer support specialists provide Summit Pointe clients with hope through sharing personal stories of recovery.
Students are connecting with, caring for, and learning from older adults through a new intergenerational program that also addresses Michigan’s caregiver shortage.
Community means taking care of each other. For the staff at Holland's Park Theatre, that meant taking a CPR class as part of the Heart Safe Holland initiative.
The Muskegon County Bicycling Coalition has a lot of cycling-friendly projects in the works, including piloting a new program: bike libraries.
Holland Hospital is the first facility in West Michigan to offer a new noninvasive uterine fibroid procedure. The treatment uses ultrasound and radio wave technology.
Throughout our region, supporting STEAM’D (science, technology, engineering, art, math and design) is the focus of organizations and programs that are working to encourage the next generation to pursue opportunities within these industries.
The Gentex Foundation launched the scholarship program to support female high school seniors pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math.
Becoming a caregiver to a person living with dementia is a challenging process. We talked with Michigan caregivers about their struggles, their successes, and the resources and support they need to do their vital work.
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