Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Ottawa and Kent counties
Mosaic Counseling expands youth mental health services with $250,000 GHACF grant, part of $745,000 in community impact awards from GHACF.
Grand Rapids’ Winter Wheat Festival celebrates Michigan’s musical heritage
The Winter Wheat Festival, in Grand Rapids on Jan. 11, brings Michigan’s rich music traditions to life with live performances, dancing, and community connection.
Skilled workforce draws Rollon Corp. to Norton Shores for $16M manufacturing facility
Rollon Corp. to invest $16 million in Norton Shores facility, creating 43 jobs and showcasing Muskegon County's skilled workforce.
Grand Haven chooses CopperRock to develop Chinook Pier, plans inching forward
Grand Haven's waterfront will receive a facelift with the redevelopment of Chinook Pier, but many of the crowd favorites, such as mini-golf, will remain.
Housing joins list of health concerns in Ottawa County
By addressing housing, it is very likely providers would be addressing mental health as well and vice versa. Social determinants such as strain, lifestyle, and housing often direct health outcomes. Mental health remains a top health challenge along with access to care, according to the newly released 2024 Healthy Ottawa Plan.
DAKC event empowers young adults with disabilities through mock interviews and job connections
A Disability Advocates Kent County event uses mock interviews to build confidence among young adults with disabilities and connect them to job opportunities.
Bronson Cancer Care Equity Project breaks down barriers to health care
Bronson’s Cancer Care Equity project addresses health disparities through community partnerships, improving accessibility, communication, and inclusivity in cancer care.
Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025
Federal dollars, state initiatives, community partnerships, and a normalization of seeking and receiving behavioral health care have positioned Michigan’s community mental health agencies to do even more good work in 2025.
A New Vision for Public Health in Michigan
Michigan has stepped forward with a comprehensive Public Health Call to Action, a set of recommendations crafted by the Michigan Public Health Advisory Council (MPHAC) to guide the state’s journey toward a more equitable and resilient health system.
New director charts path for Holland Museum’s future
A Q&A with Michelle Stempien, Holland Museum’s new executive director, about her vision for making the museum a community gathering space.
