Otsego County United Way will work with a consultant to develop an online platform for residents to access community resources, addressing unmet needs identified through collaboration work.
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 address the growing concern over road safety and limited non-motorized transportation options in Peninsula Township, this project will engage the community in developing a detailed plan to connect existing and new trails to create safer, more connected routes for...