Home of New Vision opens Ypsilanti Recovery Wellness
On Saturday, May 20, Home of New Vision welcomed members of the community to join them in the grand opening … Read more
News
The WHI news page is a dynamic page that lists all WHI news stories–from most recent to our earliest activities. Scan the titles to catch up on WHI activities, publications, and accomplishments.
Two new members join WHI Steering Committee, diversify committee perspectives
Amid recent efforts to bring more community perspectives to the WHI Steering Committee in order to better represent the entire … Read more
WHI Member Spotlight: Avalon Housing
Read our June newsletter member spotlight, Avalon Housing. Year founded: 1992 Mission: To build healthy, safe and inclusive supportive housing communities … Read more
Look Around, Look Within: Your surroundings say a lot about your mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Your surroundings are linked to many mental health outcomes. Take a moment to consider … Read more
WHI Member Spotlight: Corner Health Center
Read our May newsletter member spotlight, the Corner Health Center. Year founded: 1980 Mission: To inspire 12- to 25-year-olds (and … Read more
Accessible transportation for Washtenaw County seniors: a mandate for health and equity
On a Thursday morning in early March, dozens of local stakeholders funneled into a conference room on the east side … Read more
WHI member organization spotlight: The Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan
Read our February member organization spotlight, Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan. Year founded: 2000 Mission: To promote self-determination for women … Read more
WHI Steering Committee welcomes new member, makes way for more
Ben Miles has joined the Washtenaw Health Initiative Steering Committee as the institutional representative from Trinity Health – Chelsea Hospital. … Read more
Public Health Emergency unwinds. What to expect and how to prepare for the change.
On January 31st, 2020—in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic—the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services … Read more
WHI shares most recent impact report
In 2021, the Washtenaw Health Initiative (WHI) sought to advance health equity and promote innovative programs. Members from dozens of local health, human services, and behavioral health organizations advanced a number of worthwhile objectives.
Our latest impact report highlights workgroup activities and accomplishments, member organizations, and more.