To strengthen Michigan’s approach to student mental health, this project will launch a statewide survey to assess the current state of social and emotional learning (SEL) in schools and youth programs. The effort will gather input from thousands of educators and youth...
To address chronic emotional distress and intergenerational trauma among refugee populations in Michigan, the project will implement peer-led support groups in a participants’ native language, specifically for women and youth. Support groups will help 300 individuals...
To better serve students from racial/ethnic minorities and low-income students experiencing the largest unaddressed behavioral health needs at community colleges, the project expands to an additional six institutions. Community colleges will complete a mix of needs...
To improve health outcomes for people with diet-related chronic conditions, this project will strengthen the Fresh Food Pharmacy model, which combines healthy food access with varying levels of clinical support and health coaching. It will track health impacts, cost...
To improve access to healthy food in rural Alpena, this project will focus on the planning for a community-owned food co-op that prioritizes local produce, accepts SNAP benefits, and is walkable and transit-accessible. Community members will shape the co-op’s design...
To expand youth-led mental health awareness in schools, the Discover YouTM Peer-to-Peer (P2P) program empowers middle and high school students to create and lead campaigns that reduce stigma and promote support-seeking among peers. With school staff advisors and...
To expand access to behavioral health care for older adults through sustainable, home-based psychotherapy and care management model. This will be achieved by increasing clinical staffing, integrating psychiatric consultation, and embedding care coordination to deliver...
To integrate care into trusted community settings for youth as part of everyday life, Project THRIVE will train two church staff members in behavioral activation and systems navigation. The 40 participating adolescents will better understand their values and act on...
To improve access to food and strengthen local support systems in Michigan’s Thumb region, this project will unite food pantries, community organizations, and partners to create a more connected and sustainable food network. It will host regional convenings, fund...
