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Feature Story A wintery day when The Lakeshore Disability Inclusion Co-editor Lucia Rios had to roll her wheelchair in the road, because sidewalks hadn't been cleared of snow.

5 ways to support people with disabilities in the winter

Lucia RiosMonday, January 29, 2024
Disability Inclusion Co-editor Lucia Rios suggests five ways people and organizations can help with accessibility during snowy, icy winters.
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Through learning about healthy foods, both childcare providers and children grow

Kelsey SandersThursday, January 25, 2024
Childcare providers are using grants and Go NAPSACC to bring fresh foods to the kids. The program teaches healthy eating and physical activity habits in children through free, easy-to-use online tools.   
Longform Data from Citizens Research Council of Michigan (CRC) and Altarum, commissioned by the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison, examines what direction Michigan is heading. 

Housing a key element of "Michigan's Path to a Prosperous Future"

Sarah SpohnTuesday, January 23, 2024
Citizens Research Council, Michigan Municipal League, and Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation weigh in on state's housing needs, regional, minority-driven resources, and development within individual communities.   
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Michigan Association for Local Public Health helps build health across the state

Rylee BarnesdaleTuesday, January 23, 2024
Michigan Association for Local Public Health advocates for policies, initiatives, and collaborations that build health across the state and individually through trainings and workforce assistance.
Feature Story NAMI Blue Water Area now serves St. Clair County.

New St. Clair County NAMI affiliate helps for people in Blue Water area

Monique BedfordTuesday, January 23, 2024
In November 2023,  NAMI Blue Water Area Michigan in St. Clair County joined the 600 other local NAMI affiliates across the country. 
Feature Story Dining area of a Northern Lakes CMHA group home.

Adult foster care homes provide caring, community-based living

Genevieve FoxTuesday, January 23, 2024
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority offers adult foster care (AFC) homes to adults living with disabilities in across Crawford, Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Missaukee, Roscommon, and Wexford counties.
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Why preschoolers living with autism benefit from early education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, January 23, 2024
 Early childhood education presents a golden opportunity to set up  children living with autism for academic success.
Longform Melanie Brim, former president and CEO of the Michigan Health Council.

How can Michigan solve its growing health care workforce shortage?Nonprofit Journal Project

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, January 22, 2024
One study found that nearly all of the 36 Michigan health care occupations it analyzed are projecting workforce shortages between now and 2032. What can be done?
Feature Story The Grand Rapids Public Library is a mainstay on the city's northeast side, but the 150-year-old institution now has many branches in neighborhoods around the city.

Grand Rapids Public Library — not just by the books

Luke FannMonday, January 22, 2024
City High Middle School freshman Luke Fann reflects on the 150-year history of Grand Rapids Public Library and its future in the latest Voices of Youth article.
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What happens when disability rights run up against homeowner associations' rules?

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, January 22, 2024
The Fair Housing Act ensures people with disabilities have the right to modify their residences even if they live in condos and other neighborhoods with homeowner association rules.
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Volunteers prepared for emergency after completing city’s free training

Shandra MartinezFriday, January 19, 2024
Community members are being trained to provide support to their families and neighbors during a disaster until professional first responders are able to respond. The training made possible the launch of the city’s first CERT team.
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Grand Rapids Public Museum receives $500K grant for archives, accessibility

Shandra MartinezFriday, January 19, 2024
The National Endowment for the Humanities award requires the Grand Rapids Public Museum to raise an additional $1.5 million to fully utilize the grant and complete the projects. 
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LAUP named Neighborhood Champion in Grand Rapids by Bank of America

Shandra MartinezFriday, January 19, 2024
As a Neighborhood Champion, Latin Americans United for Progress will receive $50,000 in funding plus access to nonprofit leadership training. The announcement was part of Bank of America Grand Rapids’ “Day of Giving.”  
Feature Story Muskegon-based WINC: For All Women Veterans will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year.

A safe space and sisterhood for female veterans

Shanika P. CarterFriday, January 19, 2024
Launched 10 years ago in Muskegon, WINC has grown to offer support through various services and advocacy efforts with affiliates across the country.
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Michigan's Indigenous children receive culturally sensitive nutrition education through new program

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 18, 2024
The 13 Moons Curriculum enriches the lives of children up to age 5 with an academic foundation focused on culturally relevant, healthy eating.
Feature Story Mazonnah Holiday's homeschooling is flexible and allows her time for other activities.

Voices of Youth: Homeschooling’s rise and how it can help students

Mazonnah Holiday Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Grand Rapids-area student Mazonnah Holiday shares how homeschooling has helped her in the latest story from Voices of Youth.
Feature Story Community Land Trust Director Matias Martinez-Roca and Community Land Trust Sale Coordinator Freshta Tori Jan are lead members of the Dwelling Place team responsible for producing as well as assisting the public with access to these new homes.

2080 Union is a peek into the future and solutions found within Community Land Trusts

Tommy Allen, Rapid Growth PublisherWednesday, January 17, 2024
The Dwelling Place's newest project in Grand Rapids will be the largest Community Land Trust project in the state, ensuring discounted prices that will benefit both the initial as well as future buyers.
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Mental health outreach reduces stigma and raises awareness of services

Karen GentryTuesday, January 16, 2024
Like many CMHs, St. Clair County Community Mental Health and Sanilac County Community Mental Health work to stay visible in the community with outreach efforts. 
Longform Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot.

Regional organizations help determine the childcare landscape within their own communities

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaTuesday, January 16, 2024
The East-Central Michigan Child Care Coalition is working on expanding childcare organizations, serve more parents, and lower costs to families.   
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Sostenibilidad y equidad son los nuevos ingredientes del éxito de un restaurante

JULIE J. RIDDLEMonday, January 15, 2024
Cada vez más restaurantes de Michigan están poniendo en práctica la sostenibilidad centrándose en la equidad laboral, la reducción del desperdicio y el abastecimiento local. Pero este compromiso requiere tiempo, dinero y personas.  
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