Healthy Living

Feature Story Shift Climbing's 12,377-square-foot facility features a first-in-the-nation hydraulically tiltable climbing structure, developed with European wall manufacturer Dreamwall. Economic Development

New climbing gym brings innovation to fitness, access, and employee equity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan. Community Development

Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 31, 2025
Feature Story Hamilton Community Schools nurse Jen Yoder has been named Michigan’s School Nurse of the Year. Healthy Communities

Nurse honored for bridging health care gaps in schools

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 24, 2025
Feature Story Community Action House staff have office hours at Herrick District Library to better serve the public. Community Development

How a library and a church are tackling housing insecurity

The LakeshoreTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Children First Lakeshore and Good Hands Plainwell received $1,500 for their backpack nutrition programs. Community Development

Increasing food security — one backpack at a time and with the help of a new ACCF grant program

Andrea GoodellMonday, February 24, 2025
Feature Story The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has awarded City on a HIll Ministries a two-year $55,000 grant to help deliver comprehensive mental health care for individuals from low-income households. Community Development

Community foundation grants support mental health services

The LakeshoreMonday, February 10, 2025
Feature Story The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year. Community Development

Allegan County Community Foundation 'spreading the love' with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 18, 2025
Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling. Community Development

Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Ottawa and Kent counties

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
Feature Story Housing stress is likely adding to the mental health toll many in Ottawa County are feeling, according to the 2024 Healthy Ottawa Plan. Healthy Communities

Housing joins list of health concerns in Ottawa County

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 4, 2025
Feature Story Meresa Salisbury attends the Baldwin Senior Expo earlier this year. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan’s new Lake County office brings support to rural residents

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 16, 2024
Feature Story Todd Rockhill advocates for clients facing housing and substance use challenges at Allegan County's OnPoint. Healthy Communities

Over the years, OnPoint’s care evolves to meet Allegan County needs

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story A delighted client receives her Meals on Wheels Western Michigan delivery. Healthy Communities

Giving the gift of time and healthy meals across Allegan and Kent counties

Kelsey SandersWednesday, November 13, 2024
Feature Story Among the help available at Community Action House are cooking classes. Community Development

CAH’s Food Club to launch a mobile version

The LakeshoreMonday, October 28, 2024
Feature Story Naomi Timmerman’s journey from breastfeeding challenges to a bountiful supply is a testament to maternal resilience. Healthy Communities

How support helps mom transform breastfeeding struggles into a success story

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 13, 2024
Feature Story West Michigan Water Safety Alliance volunteers recently trained to distribute education about water safety at Holland State Park. Healthy Communities

Lakeshore communities look to education to prevent drownings

Andrea GoodellMonday, June 10, 2024
Feature Story Small-Jill Arts and Culture

Return of Tulip Time’s Dutch Lunch at Evergreen Commons also showcases community center

Shandra MartinezTuesday, May 14, 2024
Feature Story Award-winning Michigan doulas Alyssa Veneklase and Kristin Revere (left to right), founders of the doula agency Gold Coast Doulas. Healthy Communities

Q&A: West Michigan doulas deliver new parenting book

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 13, 2024
Feature Story SmallJackHuisingh Healthy Communities

Retiring HAC executive director will miss ‘the challenge’

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 23, 2024
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How health journey led to book on solving sleep issues

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 15, 2024
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