In 2021, Kalamazoo declared gun violence a public health crisis, prompting the development of the Blueprint for Peace, a data-driven strategy aimed at reducing violence through community engagement and targeted investments in priority neighborhoods. The project...
To enhance the partnership of Michigan’s Food as Medicine programs with Medicaid Health Plans through “In Lieu of Services” (ILOS), this project will develop a coordinating intermediary to integrate Health-Related Social Needs (HRSNs) into Medicaid services, focusing...
To reduce food insecurity, improve access to transportation, and promote social engagement among low-income seniors from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds, the Raising Hope Senior Program will deliver monthly food boxes, transportation services, and wellness...
To support older homeowners in Washtenaw County and address affordable housing needs, the Washtenaw Housing Alliance will launch a Shared Housing Program that matches vetted renters with older adults, enabling them to age in place longer. This initiative aims to...
To reduce the risk of falls among low-income older adults, the Return Home Safe program will connect individuals recently discharged from the hospital with home safety modifications, such as grab bars and improved lighting. The initiative, led by Habitat for Humanity...
To improve mental and behavioral health across its 21-county service region, Mid-State Health Network will enhance utilization of patient data to proactively identify and connect individuals to needed care. By developing predictive models incorporating social...
To improve health outcomes and community connectivity in Manistee County, Onekama Township will lead the design of a community walking and biking path to increase access to safe outdoor recreation and essential services. This initiative, supported by extensive...
To bridge health disparities and enhance access to outdoor recreation, the Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance will develop a comprehensive statewide trail network plan, MI Trails 2050, with a focus on underserved communities. This initiative will engage diverse...
To create a more connected and walkable community in the City of Burton, the non-motorized trails project will design nine miles of trails linking underserved neighborhoods to schools, parks, grocery stores, and other essential services. This initiative will enhance...
