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Feature Story The Disability Network Southwest Michigan team poses for a holiday photo. Equity

DNSWM campaign highlights staff’s lived experiences and community impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 13, 2025
Feature Story Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence. Equity

MOVE curriculum is giving students with disabilities more mobility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 8, 2025
Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling. Community Development

Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Ottawa and Kent counties

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
Feature Story Housing stress is likely adding to the mental health toll many in Ottawa County are feeling, according to the 2024 Healthy Ottawa Plan. Healthy Communities

Housing joins list of health concerns in Ottawa County

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 4, 2025
Feature Story LaShawnda Bates, wearing a yellow dress, stands in front of a table with health brochures on it. Equity

Bronson Cancer Care Equity Project breaks down barriers to health care

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 23, 2024
Feature Story Meresa Salisbury attends the Baldwin Senior Expo earlier this year. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan’s new Lake County office brings support to rural residents

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 16, 2024
Feature Story Holland Hospital volunteer Mike Keyes was once a patient at the hospital where he received treatment for a brain injury. Community Development

From patient to volunteer: Mike Keyes’ story of gratitude and service

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 9, 2024
Longform Deb Messing oversees Sanilac County Community Mental Health communications efforts to the county's rural residents. Healthy Communities

Rural mental health providers overcome stigma, rugged individualism, and distance to provide care

Julie RiddleWednesday, December 4, 2024
Feature Story Heather Bausick, solid waste and recycling coordinator at the Allegan County Health Department. Healthy Communities

Allegan County's expanded hazardous waste program increases participation

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story Todd Rockhill advocates for clients facing housing and substance use challenges at Allegan County's OnPoint. Healthy Communities

Over the years, OnPoint’s care evolves to meet Allegan County needs

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story Disability Network Southwest Michigan’s Kelly Linton, an ADA specialist and systems advocate working with Wheel the World, takes measurements. Community Development

How Wheel the World is changing accessibility in Kalamazoo, one business at a time

Shandra MartinezSaturday, November 30, 2024
Feature Story small-karen Diversity

Advocate uses her experiences to help others with disabilities gain independence through work

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 25, 2024
Feature Story In addition to sharper scans, the new MRI provides entertainment options for patients, allowing them to listen to audio through headphones during scans, helping them to relax and stay still. Healthy Communities

Cutting-edge MRI tech reduces wait times at Holland Hospital

Shandra MartinezSunday, November 17, 2024
Feature Story Linda Pynnonen serves food at the Community Kitchen like she has for the past 30 years. Community Development

Decades of dedication: Couple honored with Governor’s Service Award

Shandra MartinezSunday, November 17, 2024
Feature Story A delighted client receives her Meals on Wheels Western Michigan delivery. Healthy Communities

Giving the gift of time and healthy meals across Allegan and Kent counties

Kelsey SandersWednesday, November 13, 2024
Feature Story Among the help available at Community Action House are cooking classes. Community Development

CAH’s Food Club to launch a mobile version

The LakeshoreMonday, October 28, 2024
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