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Jim Mangi (center) with volunteers at a dementia-friendly screening of "Singin' in the Rain" at Emagine Saline.
Photo: Jim Mangi (center) with volunteers at a dementia-friendly screening of "Singin' in the Rain" at Emagine Saline. Doug Coombe

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Feature Story Community Health Workers help people navigate complex health care systems. Healthy Communities

Community health workers bring mental health home

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, May 30, 2023
Across the state, community mental health agencies enlist CHWs to extend their reach. Washtenaw County Community Mental Health partners with Michigan Community Care (MiCC) in providing CHWs.
Innovation News A technician operates a Sniffer Robotics drone. Entrepreneurship

Ann Arbor company that uses drones to detect methane leaks closes $2 million seed funding round

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 24, 2023
Sniffer Robotics' patented “SnifferDRONE” provides an alternative for field technicians who would manually identify and measure methane emissions, which can be a time-consuming and sometimes dangerous process. 
Longform Jim Mangi and volunteer Miriam Vincent at Dementia Friendly Saline's screening of "Singin' in the Rain" at Emagine Saline. Healthy Communities

Saline organization works to build community and understanding for those living with dementia

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, May 24, 2023
Jim Mangi's struggle to find support after his wife's Alzheimer's diagnosis led him to create an organization for others facing the same challenge.
Longform Charlie Yingling, Tracey Williams, Patricia Tillman-Meakins, Michelle Pardee, Emilie Hock, and Becca Fleming at Packard Health West Willow. Healthy Communities

Packard Health to open medical clinic in Ypsi Township's West Willow neighborhood

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 24, 2023
After nearly five years in the works, a vision for community-embedded health care in Ypsilanti Township's West Willow neighborhood will finally come to fruition in June. 
Partner Content A Farmers Market Food Navigator assists shoppers at the Muskegon Farmers Market. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan Fitness Foundation connects families to farmers and fresh, locally grown food

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, May 24, 2023
Michigan Fitness Foundation has been working with Michigan farmers and farmers market managers to reduce barriers to accessing fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for families on tight budgets. 
Innovation News Dyuthi Aryasomayajula and Daniel Giddings. Kids and Education

Teacher and student from Ypsi school chosen to participate in international Bezos Scholars program

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 24, 2023
Bezos Scholars is a competitive leadership development program that annually chooses a cohort of 12 to 17 students from across the U.S. and Africa paired with an educator from the same school.  
Innovation News Students at Erickson Elementary take place in an assembly introducing the My Future Fund program. Kids and Education

All Washtenaw County elementary students to receive $25 in free savings account through new program

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 24, 2023
Each young participant will start off with a free $25 deposit in a children's savings account, and students from lower-income families can receive an additional $475.
Longform Kaili Dence and Randy Dence in the future location of Whitepine Studios. Arts and Culture

Saline art center pursues "more vibrant downtown" in expanded new location

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, May 17, 2023
Whitepine Studios arose from the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and its classes and other programs have quickly become popular.
Longform A DAPCO baby pantry. Community Development

Ypsilanti nonprofit marks 26 years of helping women and families find support and stability

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 17, 2023
Destiny and Purpose Community Outreach's mission is to "assist individuals in becoming stabilized, well rounded, and anchored members of society." 
Partner Content A family enjoys jump roping along the Lansing River Trail. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Rec-Connect™ makes fitness fun for everyone

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, May 17, 2023
Across the state, Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Rec-Connect™ demonstration series is being used in communities to inspire and empower people to engage regularly in physical activity.
Innovation News Left to right, students Goddess Smith and Louisa Stuhee; facilitator Angela Knight; and students Connor Sabo-LaPorte, Jaylin Wilson, and Elvin Sahijdak at the first youth data collection meeting for the One Love Symposium. Kids and Education

New EMU credential helps human service professionals relate to those with different experiences

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 17, 2023
The Human Service Professional course is designed for those studying or working in medicine, education, or law to learn stronger skills in assisting those they serve despite differences in lived experience.
Innovation News A graphic from the United Way of Washtenaw County's new ALICE report. Community Development

Report shows more Washtenaw County residents are above poverty level but can't afford basic needs

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 17, 2023
A new report from the United Way of Washtenaw County finds that 27% of households in the county are asset limited, income constrained, and employed.
Innovation News Ann Arbor Sustainability and Innovations Director Dr. Missy Stults. Sustainability

Ann Arbor receives federal funding for 10 AmeriCorps members to promote climate change initiatives

Layla McMurtrieWednesday, May 17, 2023
The city of Ann Arbor will receive $229,060 to support 10 AmeriCorps members in expanding climate change efforts through community outreach. 
Innovation News Boy does math problems on whiteboard. Kids and Education

Washtenaw ISD partners on initiative to make mathematics more relevant to students' lives

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, May 17, 2023
The Tri-County Culturally Responsive Mathematics Summer Institute will relate mathematics to students' lives and interests. It's open to students in Washtenaw, Oakland, and Wayne counties.
Partner Content U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism. Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates Supreme Court decision

Autism Alliance of MichiganTuesday, May 16, 2023
U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism  
Feature Story The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is the state association representing and advocating for Michigan’s public mental health system and those served by this system. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Community Mental Health Association of Michigan study shows integrated care is growing

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, May 16, 2023
A recent study by the Center of Healthcare Integration and Innovation shows that integrated care in Michigan’s public mental health system has not only grown in the last six years but that the initiatives are diverse and available in rural, suburban, and urban committees.
Longform Maxi Chanel performing at Drag Bingo at Conor O'Neill's. Arts and Culture

Washtenaw County drag performers push back against critics with positivity-fueled activism

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 10, 2023
Local drag performers have struggled with a recent wave of national backlash against drag, but they're forging ahead with a mission of community activism, education, and fun. 
Longform A rendering of the future Children's Healing Center in Ypsilanti Township. Healthy Communities

Safe recreational facility for immunocompromised kids coming to Ypsi Township

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 10, 2023
The Grand Rapids-based Children's Healing Center is planning to open its second location here in early 2024.
Innovation News A flyer for the mental health awareness fair. Healthy Communities

Ypsi schools and other Washtenaw County organizations to host mental health awareness fair

Layla McMurtrieWednesday, May 10, 2023
Along with guest speakers with lived mental health experience, the event will feature community vendors presenting family activities, music, games, therapy animals, and snacks.
Innovation News A show from the Broken Branch concert series. Arts and Culture

Free Ann Arbor house concert series returns for 10th anniversary

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 10, 2023
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Hasini and Harshini Anand are members of Corner Health Center's Youth Leadership Council and mental health advocates.

 


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