Recent News
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Community co-design: Exploring a Community Care Hub with lived experience at the center
In our county, accessing health and social services can often feel like navigating a maze. While resources exist, they are not always well-coordinated, leaving many residents struggling to find the support they need. That’s why the Washtenaw Health Initiative, along with our stakeholder organizations, is exploring the merits of a community care hub model—a shared…
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Health and social services integration in Michigan: Regional initiatives
Integrating health and social services is crucial for addressing the complex needs of individuals, particularly in underserved communities. By coordinating medical care with health-related social support services–such as housing, nutrition, and transportation–multiple Michigan initiatives aim to improve health outcomes and enhance the overall well-being of residents. These initiatives can provide valuable foundations, learning opportunities, and…
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RSVP now for March 18 Health and Social Services Integration summit
The Washtenaw Health Initiative (WHI) is excited to announce its upcoming Health and Social Services Integration summit, taking place on March 18. This full-day event will bring together local and state stakeholders to explore health and social services integration in Michigan. The WHI invites health care providers and payers, social service agencies, economic development organizations,…
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2023 Collaborative Health Impact Award winner
In December, the Washtenaw community voted to award the 2023 Collaborative Health Impact Award to the Behavioral Health Collaborative for Young Black Men & Boys.
Funded by the Michigan Health Endowment, the project is a collaboration between Packard Health and the University of Michigan School of Social Work Curtis Center for Health Equity’s Young Black Men, Masculinities, and Mental Health (YBMen) Project.
