Healthy Communities

More Than a Gym: Lift Land Fitness builds community in Yale

Located in the small rural community of Yale, Lift Land Fitness offers a wide range of classes. But the owner says the goal has always been more than exercise.

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More Than Awareness: What inclusion really means and why it matters to all of us

When communities commit to inclusion, people with developmental disabilities experience greater independence, improved mental health, and stronger social connections.

When everyone is welcome: How Michigan’s CCBHCs are changing care

CCBHCs have been improving access to quality mental health care for Michigan residents since 2021.

How employee retention grows Michigan’s health care workforce

Retaining folks working within the health care sector is a vital strategy in turning around current and projected workforce shortages.

Honoring Black History Month: Healing, Hope, and Mental Health for All

Black Americans have played a vital role in shaping the landscape of mental health awareness and advocacy in this country. Their stories remind us that courage and compassion are indispensable in the ongoing effort to dismantle stigma and expand access to care. 

How Housing First stabilizes mental health

Without stable housing, meaningful mental health treatment is nearly impossible.

Social determinants of health and whole-person care

Mental health care cannot be effective or sustainable unless people to feel safe, stable, and supported.

Native Blend brings indigenous medicine to modern healing

An Indigenous and veteran-owned herbal company based in Port Huron, Native Blend focuses on the philosophy that medicine should serve the community.

Friends of St. Clair River promote Stonefly detection crucial for watershed protection

Friends of the St. Clair River will host a winter stonefly search on February 28 at Columbus County Park; data collected during the event will give scientists insight into the health of the Belle River.

Listening to the Experts: How St. Clair County teens are shaping the future of mental health

The Teen Advisory Group (TAG), started by St. Clair County Community Mental Health, brings together students from across the county to do something both simple and powerful: tell adults what teens actually need – and then help make it happen.

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