From the Ground Farmers Market Collective promotes health and nutrition through educational programs that encourage community members to grow, eat, and preserve seasonal whole foods while supporting environmental stewardship and local economies. The project will...
This project is an extension to the Medically Tailored Meals (MTM) pilot project with the goal to generate additional findings based on lessons learned from the pilot and provide a sustainability path to the program. The aim of this sub-project is to assess the...
Sinceopening in 2019, LifeLab Kids has rapidly impacted over 300 children throughevidence-based therapies and programs, and it is now expanding to include a newfacility for teens and young adults. To support this growth, LifeLab Kids plansto upgrade its case...
To increase intergenerational support and reduce social isolation, Methodist Children’s Home Society will develop and pilot a trauma-informed care program and curriculum that connects youth in residential facilities with older adults in Wayne County. The...
To identify and address barriers to LGBTQ+ older adult participation in PACE (Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) programs, MiGen will partner with PACE of Southeast Michigan to conduct focus groups and develop an implementation plan for an inclusive...
To address the shortage of direct care workers in Michigan, Resthaven will create a pathway for skilled but underemployed immigrants, focusing on training and certifying them as Certified Nursing Assistants. This initiative will provide tailored support, including...
To improve oral health for older adults in skilled nursing facilities, Lansing Community College Dental Hygiene students will provide direct dental care and train facility staff in basic oral care techniques at Dimondale Nursing Care Center, with oversight from...
To increase access to durable medical equipment for older adults in high-need areas, Family Network of Wyoming will refurbish and deliver durable medical equipment at no cost to uninsured individuals or those who have exhausted their benefits. The initiative will help...
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...
