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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
Innovation News Rudy Alvarado with the trophy he won from the Latin Podcast Awards. Arts and Culture

Ypsi author preps second season of award-winning Latinx podcast for children

Sarah RiggWednesday, May 10, 2023
Rodolfo "Rudy" Alvarado's books and podcast follow Perla Garcia, an 8-year-old girl who solves mysteries in her neighborhood in Mexico.
Longform A writing workshop facilitated by Ann Blakeslee. Healthy Communities

Ypsi-based mental health writing workshops encourage healthy coping and community dialogue

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 3, 2023
The nonprofit YpsiWrites and the Washtenaw County Health Department are working to reduce overall stigma around mental health through a series of Writing for Mental Wellness workshops.
Partner Content Bike racks support active living in Grand Traverse County. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Active communities are healthier communities

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, May 3, 2023
Michigan Fitness Foundation’s Promoting Active Communities assessment offers a set of online tools to help Michigan communities create safe places for people to be active.
Innovation News A piece of student artwork from the Arts Extravaganza. Kids and Education

Ypsi schools to debut Arts Extravaganza, featuring students' visual art, music, and dance

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, May 3, 2023
Student works will be featured both at Washtenaw Community College’s Morris Lawrence Building, as well as online in a digital gallery. 
Longform Wish You Knew it gets better Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan's community mental health agencies take action to reduce stigma around getting care

Brooke MarshallTuesday, May 2, 2023
During May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, many Michigan CMHs are offering opportunities to take action to "stomp out stigma" that prevents Michiganders from seeking mental health care.
Longform Voce Velata founder Kasia Bielak-Hoops. Arts and Culture

Classical music is dominated by white men – and this Washtenaw County org is working to change that

Brooke MarshallWednesday, April 26, 2023
Voce Velata is putting underrepresented composers at center stage through a youth ensemble and educational resources.
Longform Growing Hope Garden Manager Cristi Rodriguez-Alfaro. Healthy Communities

Growing Hope marks 20th anniversary with affordable CSA shares, mushroom workshops, and more

Sarah RiggWednesday, April 26, 2023
The Ypsilanti-based, farming- and food-focused nonprofit is launching free and low-cost CSA shares and introducing community-led workshops.
Innovation News Washtenaw County Office for Community and Economic Development Economic Opportunity Manager Cheranissa Williams. Entrepreneurship

Washtenaw County to host "Small Business Day" featuring free workshops for entrepreneurs

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, April 26, 2023
The free virtual event will involve several panels and discussions covering a variety of topics for those interested in starting a new business, seasoned small business owners, and anyone in between.
Innovation News Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Sustainability

New research effort aims to accelerate carbon neutrality at U-M's botanical gardens, arboretum

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, April 26, 2023
Researchers have begun analyzing data from the Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum to find efficient ways to recycle organic waste from the gardens and neutralize their carbon footprint. 
Innovation News Attendees at the 2018 Midwest Growth Capital Symposium. Entrepreneurship

Venture capital symposium returns to connect entrepreneurs to investors in Ann Arbor

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, April 26, 2023
The 42nd annual Midwest Growth Capital Symposium will take place in Ann Arbor May 23-24, featuring Michigan entrepreneurs Louis Cannon and Dug Song as keynote speakers.
Innovation News An archival photo of EMU's original gospel choir, 50 years ago. Arts and Culture

EMU Gospel Choir to celebrate 50th anniversary with weekend reunion and concert

Sarah RiggWednesday, April 26, 2023
The three-day celebration kicks off May 4.
Longform Old West Side Neighborhood in Ann Arbor. Community Development

Washtenaw County's hottest residential markets in 2023, according to realtors

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, April 19, 2023
Higher demand compared to national trends is driving continued interest in popular neighborhoods – and even creating some new hot areas.
Innovation News District 5 County Commissioner Justin Hodge. Healthy Communities

Washtenaw County allocates $3 million for services to address rising homelessness rates

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, April 19, 2023
The funds will go to local organizations focusing on homelessness and other factors which may contribute to homelessness, such as access to healthy foods.
Innovation News ZOLLER Inc. Training and Development Manager Michael Stepke shows off a piece of equipment that ZOLLER donated to Washtenaw Community College. Technology and Innovation

Tech company donates $250k in equipment to WCC, launches apprenticeship program with free tuition

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, April 19, 2023
German tech company ZOLLER Inc., whose North American headquarters are in Ann Arbor, is seeking to engage with the Washtenaw County community and spark interest in tech and manufacturing careers.
Innovation News Washtenaw County community leaders and Artspace nonprofit staff toured creative centers in the county last year, assessing the area's readiness for an artist-oriented affordable housing development. Arts and Culture

National nonprofit gives initial OK for affordable artist housing development in Ann Arbor or Ypsi

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, April 19, 2023
Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti have been deemed viable for an artist-oriented affordable housing development, according to a preliminary feasibility study conducted by Artspace, a nonprofit real estate developer.
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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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