State of Health

Longform Ronald Taylor.

New report analyzes state data to find that older Detroiters are "dying before their time"

By Estelle SlootmakerFriday, August 14, 2020
Longform Ebony Reddock.

Over 40 Michigan organizations join collaboratory to center equity in evaluation practices

By Estelle SlootmakerFriday, August 07, 2020
Longform Doris Abbott, a volunteer for Senior Services Southwest Michigan, prepares meals for delivery.

Michigan's Meals on Wheels programs adapt to surging demand and new safety protocols during pandemic

By Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, July 21, 2020
Longform People walk and bike down Washington Street in Ann Arbor.

Pandemic prompts Michigan communities to open streets for safer exercise and transportation

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, July 06, 2020
Longform Arbor Circle therapist Marvin Mckenzie simulates a telehealth visit with a colleague.

Telehealth use surges in Michigan during pandemic, with "tremendous" benefits

By Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, May 27, 2020
Longform Health journalism infographic

Michigan innovators step up to reverse nationwide decline in health journalism

By Patrick DunnMonday, May 04, 2020
Longform Meals on Wheels driver Lamar Ellington gives Beverly Sullivan, 79, a meal delivery for her mom, Ellen Dennis, 97.

Here’s how Michigan helps elders stay where they want to be: at home

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, April 02, 2020
Longform R2AAA elder-abuse victims specialist program manager Angela Shepherd, R2AAA assistant director Kara Lorenz-Goings, and R2AAA executive director Julie Wetherby.

Safe Haven programs offer rare respite for Michiganders experiencing elder abuse

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, March 05, 2020
Longform Debra Chopp and law student Esther Vinarov.

Lawyers and doctors are teaming up to provide better health care – and legal aid – to Michiganders

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, February 06, 2020
Longform Deidre Hurse, interim executive director of the Michigan Community Health Worker Alliance.

Community health workers provide vital care and peer support for vulnerable Michiganders

By Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 09, 2020
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