Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care
As mental health needs rise across Michigan, state officials, health care providers, and community organizations are focusing on expanding the continuum of care for people in crisis.
More than Massage: The transformative mission of Three Oaks Therapeutics
Transformative. Accessible. Inclusive. Those three key words encompass the mission of downtown Mt. Pleasant’s Three Oaks Therapeutics. Co-owners Marin and James Wood share their approach to wellness through their small business, ensuring all clients feel comfortable and cared for.
For her family, for all families: Anna Reetz’s work in community health
Anna Reetz’s journey in Isabella County exemplifies the power of combining professional purpose with personal passion. As a mother and community health advocate, Reetz works tirelessly to improve lives through harm reduction programming and substance misuse prevention. Read this profile about 40 Under 40 awardee Anna Reetz, whose goal to improve her community means not only creating a better place for her own family, but ensuring all families have the chance to succeed.
Thriftmas shopping: A budget-friendly way to spread Christmas cheer
With the holiday season upon us, more people are turning to thrift stores for unique gifts and festive home decorations. The Mt. Pleasant area has several local thrift shops for shoppers to scour for deals—during the holidays and year-round. Here’s a rundown of where to go, what to buy, and how to get the best deals. If you’re new to shopping resale, a few tips to find thrifted gifts for everyone on your list are also included.
Michigan’s community mental health agencies will do even more good work in 2025
Federal dollars, state initiatives, community partnerships, and a normalization of seeking and receiving behavioral health care have positioned Michigan’s community mental health agencies to do even more good work in 2025.
A New Vision for Public Health in Michigan
Michigan has stepped forward with a comprehensive Public Health Call to Action, a set of recommendations crafted by the Michigan Public Health Advisory Council (MPHAC) to guide the state’s journey toward a more equitable and resilient health system.
Deck the Streets: A guide to the season’s most festive homes in Mt. Pleasant
Experience the holiday magic lighting up our community this season! From antique sleighs to whimsical gnomes, local homes are shining bright with creative and elaborate Christmas decorations. We’ve rounded up some of the most stunning displays, including a festive walkway and heirloom-filled designs that honor family traditions.
Partner Partner Content 3 new mindsets to help you rest and recharge this holiday season
In today’s “go, go, go” and “bigger is better” culture, it can be difficult to find time to rest during any season, but it can be even more challenging during the holidays. Behavioral Health Therapists at MyMichigan Health are encouraging the public to think of rest as productive and adopt new mindsets to avoid burnout this holiday season.
MSU public health researchers seek to expand successful preventive postpartum depression program
ROSE program trains expectant mothers on how roles and relationships change postpartum and teaches assertiveness skills so expectant mothers can ask for the support they need.
New series explores efforts to address oral health inequities
A new State of Health series highlights innovative approaches and partnerships tackling systemic barriers to oral health care for underserved populations.
