At AACORN Farm: For some with autism a connection with animals can help with social connections
There are many jobs that need to be done on the AACORN Farm . Some are rewarding, like feeding the affectionate and playful goats. Others are also rewarding, but in...
Ford, Wayne State University, ACCESS launch first mobile COVID-19 testing for Michigan first responders
Ford Motor Co., Wayne State University, the Wayne State University Physician Group and ACCESS are launching a new initiative that will improve access to COVID-19 testing for symptomatic first responders,...
Pilot program launched to connect Black and Brown therapists to clients of color
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Two Kalamazoo organizations have joined forces to pilot a program that would match people of color seeking mental health treatment with providers whose life experiences more closely...
Ypsilanti Senior Center adapts to COVID-19 with meal service, online exercise classes, and more
Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Ypsilanti Senior Center has found a number of innovative new ways to keep its users nourished, active, and connected to the world.
"When we...
Goodwill Industries partners with Keystone Solutions Group to produce face shields
KALAMAZOO — As they deal with the effects the coronavirus pandemic is having on their bottom lines, businesses and organizations are engaging in some in-your-face thinking to generate revenue and...
Thriving Through Change – How Developing K.I.D.S. went from Serving up to 196 Youth Each Week to Reaching an Audience of 35,000
On an ordinary day, you might have found Developing K.I.D.S (Kingdoms In Different Stages) programming running in local community buildings or schools. Youth from ages 5-18 would gather after school...
Club Meetings
Little by little, our Club meetings are coming back, and our Club schedule continues to grow! Masks are still required and 6 feet physical distancing is still in effect here...
Thanks for the Masks
A special thank you to the #annarbortshirtcompany and the #annarborareacommunityfoundation . Together they were able to make and distribute face shields and cloth face masks to community based organizations to...
Willow the Kitten
"I just had my kitten and my Heeler spayed yesterday and I’m so happy with everything. The staff was so friendly and helpful. They answered any questions I had and...
Children Read to Homeless Animals, Helping Both
“Rescue Reading,” a new program at the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV), gives children the opportunity to practice their reading skills in front of a nonjudgmental audience: homeless animals....
Happy Tails – Renegade
Renegade was rescued after being severely beaten and mistreated. After having surgery to amputate a few toes and his ears, Renegade is loving life in his new home! Here is...