To strengthen child well-being data, this project will expand Kids Count reporting in Michigan with deeper analysis and outreach in rural communities. It supports policy advocacy and equips stakeholders with actionable insights.
The project aims to establish a regional model for recuperative care/medical respite in Marquette County, led by Room at the Inn. Simultaneously, the organization will look to establish a learning collaborative that will develop best practices among its ecosystem of...
Michigan State University, in collaboration with regional partners, will engage in a planning process to establish a medical respite/recuperative shelter program for unhoused older adults in the Tri-County area. The key outcome would be a clear plan that provides...
To improve service delivery for older adults, this project will modernize data systems and train case managers in new tools and workflows. These upgrades will help staff coordinate care more effectively, reduce delays in services, improve care coordination, respond...
To fill a gap in post-hospital recovery for unhoused individuals, a medical respite program will be co-designed with clinical, housing, and community partners in northern Michigan. The initiative will offer safe recovery spaces, reduce avoidable readmissions, and...
To expand access to trauma-informed mental health care for immigrants and individuals seeking humanitarian aid in Southeast Michigan, this project builds on Freedom House Detroit’s (FHD) therapeutic program by hiring an additional therapist and accepting referrals...
To improve early childhood health and strengthen Indigenous communities’ ability to grow and share their own traditional foods, this project will expand a culturally grounded curriculum in Tribal Head Start and home visiting programs across Michigan. It will provide...
To reduce health disparities among LGBTQ+ adults in Michigan, this project will address food insecurity and provide welcoming recreational and wellness opportunities. It will serve over 1,000 people through healthy food distribution, yoga and mindfulness sessions, and...
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...
