A completed home repair in Genesee County.

FHLBank of Indianapolis home repair programs make life-changing impacts on homeowners

The FHLBank of Indianapolis provides impactful resources for communities in Michigan and provides home repair programs and additional resources to homeowners via lenders like1st State Bank in Saginaw and Metro Community Development Corporation in Flint.

Virtual Job Fair represents 40+ employers seeking behavioral health services professionals

The Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) is sponsoring a Behavioral Health Services Virtual Job Fair 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday Feb. 21, 2024. 

Michigan Good Food Fund growing new farm and food businesses

Through Michigan Good Food Fund partners, food and farm entrepreneurs receive business assistance tailored to their needs. 

Washtenaw County CMH staff. Top row L-R: Valerie Bass, Dr. Montgomery Brower, Andrew Grier, Shad Jordan. Bottom row l-R: Shannon Ellis, Margaret Carmalt, Angela Burchard, Jeff Beckley, Melisa Tasker
Washtenaw County Community Mental Health takes SUDs seriously

WCCMH, a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), can provide comprehensive mental health and substance use services to all county residents no matter their insurance status. 

Dr. Tiffany Abrego, executive director of behavioral health at the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Michigan and associate professor of psychology at Wayne State University, and Jeremiah Green, whose idea led to the Mentally Fit Program.
Program offering free mental health support for youth aims to create future mental health pros

A new program dreamed up by a Detroit teen is offering free mental health services for young people – and seeking to inspire them to help others by pursuing mental health careers.

Local nonprofit Blue Water Allies opened the Blue Water Ally Center in downtown Port Huron in June 2023.
Blue Water Allies provides safe space for LGBTQIA+ community

In Port Huron, Blue Water Allies is working to create a safe, supportive, and empowering home for the LGBTQIA+ community by connecting residents with support groups, social groups, programming, and mental and physical health resources.

Community Foundation grants almost $5M in 2023

With support from its numerous donors and endowed funds, the Community Foundation of St. Clair County experienced another record-breaking year in 2023 distributing nearly $5 million in grants and scholarships.

Blue Water Area Rescue Mission is located at 1920 24th St. in Port Huron, Michigan.
After two year hiatus, Blue Water Area Rescue Mission reopens in Port Huron

Homelessness, rough sleeping, not having a roof over one’s head – winter compounds the misery of those who lack a warm and secure place to sleep. With support from the community, the dedicated team at Blue Water Area Rescue Mission is working to tackle this issue for homeless men across the region.

One of the more popular items on Fire Up Grill's menu is the smoked brisket which can also be found in their chili and smoked brisket nachos.
From food truck to storefront restaurant, Fire Up Grill is becoming a local favorite

Specializing in BBQ and soul food, food truck and local eatery Fire Up Grill has expanded opening its first brick-and-mortar location at Birchwood Mall in Fort Gratiot Township.

Social worker Nicole Klomp serves as a reserve member of the Newaygo Police Department.
From social workers on the force to crisis centers, Michigan is improving behavioral health care

Here's a look at three ways Michigan providers are offering new ways to help people experiencing a mental health crisis.

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