Capital Area Health Alliance

04/28/2026

In 2025, ANC sustained a wide range of comprehensive programs supporting health, food access, education, and economic opportunity. These included the Outreach Center, Breadbasket Food Pantry, Hunter Park GardenHouse, Incubator Kitchens, Allen Farmers Market, Youth and Senior Programs, and the Veggie Box. This work was made possible through the leadership of more than 1,200 dedicated volunteers who served as front-line contributors across all program areas.

ANC remains committed to adapting and responding to evolving circumstances while continuing to prioritize the health and resilience of the community. Looking ahead to 2026, the organization will focus on sustaining its core programs, strengthening community partnerships, and ensuring that neighbors continue to have access to essential resources and opportunities.

The continued support of donors, volunteers, and community partners remains vital to advancing this work and reinforcing the shared commitment to a thriving Eastside community. Take a look at our Annual Report at the link below!

https://21c8275c-8904-4d0d-b7bb-b86cf664035e.usrfiles.com/ugd/21c827_852aee38a7c540b1843c5697c5f979c1.pdf

04/27/2026

Traditional head and neck cancers used to be linked to smoking or heavy alcohol use. But more cases today are linked to HPV. Learn the signs!

Head and neck cancers used to be closely linked to smoking or heavy alcohol use. Today, a growing number of cases are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). This change means more people, even those who have never smoked, may face a head and neck cancer diagnosis. Understanding the risks, re...

04/24/2026

Come see us at any of our open sites today!!

04/24/2026

The Annual Lansing Caregiver Retreat is next week! Register by email, text, or Facebook Message.

If you are caring for a loved one and could use a day of pampering yourself, come see us at the Caregiver Retreat! April 29th from 10-3 at Eagle Eye. A day of caring for the caregiver!

04/22/2026

East Lansing Public Schools is hosting its Third Annual Mental Health & Wellness Summit Next week! It’s free and open to the community.

💙Join Us at the 3rd Annual Mental health & Wellness Summit!

CMHA-CEI is excited to be part of the East Lansing Public Schools Third Annual Mental Health & Wellness Summit-a meaningful event focused on supporting the well-being of students, families, and the entire community.🫂

📅Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
⏰Time: 5:00PM-7:00PM
🎯Location: East Lansing High School 509 Burcham Dr., East Lansing

✨What to expect:
📌Mental health presentations
📌Wellness activities
📌Local community resources
📌Canines for change
📌Refreshments
📌Raffles and giveaways

This event is free and open to the community, making it a great opportunity to learn about mental health, connect with local resources, and engage in activities that promote overall wellness. We look forward to connecting with students, families, and community members-because mental health matters, and support starts with connection.

04/22/2026

Read on for the THREE key factors that influence how alert and refreshed you feel in the morning!

Waking up refreshed takes more than a good night's sleep.

Amit Sachdev, M.D., associate chief medical officer for MSU Health Care, shares how your daily habits can help you feel more alert in the morning.

Read more in this Prevention story: http://spr.ly/6186B6vA2y

04/21/2026

Take a StoryWalk with your little ones this spring! This engaging outdoor experience combines reading and exploration of the outdoors. Find more StoryWalk locations at www.cadl.org/storywalk

04/18/2026

Did you know CMHA-CEI has an Infant Mental Health Program?

If you are in the last trimester of your pregnancy or have a young child aged birth to 36 months in your home, you may need some extra support! This is an exciting time and can also be stressful.

Many caregivers experience insecurities, depression, anxiety or other concerns. At CMHA-CEI we offer Infant Mental Health services in your home or in the office through the Parent-Infant Program (PIP). Infant Mental Health is a service provided by mental health therapists with specialized training in supporting the social, emotional and developmental needs of you and your child through relationship-focused treatment. We know that infants and toddlers grow and learn best with healthy, nurturing relationships with their caregivers.

Our PIP therapists can provide counseling, case management, developmental guidance and parenting strategies in order to support a secure attachment between you and your child and ensure that these early years with your child are the start of a bright future!

Pregnant individuals in their last trimester and caregivers with a child aged birth to 3 years of age are eligible for the Parent-Infant Program.

Call CMHA-CEI Access at (517) 346-8318 and ask for the PIP program. You will come to our offices for an intake.

If you have more questions, feel free to call (517) 887-5250.

Visit https://www.ceicmh.org/services/programs/families-forward.html for more information.

04/17/2026

Getting ready for sports next season? We’ve got you covered. Call the East Lansing Health Center at (517) 827-6290to schedule your sports physical on:

📅 Tuesday, May 5 (8:00am-4:00pm)
📅 Wednesday, May 13 (12:30pm-6:30pm)

See flyer details + FAQ on our Health Center website for details. https://elps.us/our-district/health-center/

04/16/2026

Floodwaters can be dangerous for many different reasons:

• Six inches of moving water can make you fall.
• A foot of water will float many cars.
• Floodwaters can contain many things that can harm you, like large debris, fallen power lines, human and livestock waste and animals that can bite.

Protect yourself and your family by staying out of floodwaters. Learn more about how to stay safe before, during and after a flood: bit.ly/Flood-safety.

04/16/2026

Stories & Stretches starts tomorrow!

📖Stories & Stretches 📖
Fridays, April 17 to May 22 │ 10-10:30 a.m. │ Cost: FREE
Enjoy a lively story time lead by Charlotte Community Library and stretch time led by AL!VE staff.

04/08/2026

This Saturday, April 11, is World Parkinson’s Day, recognizing a disease that impacts over 1 million Americans. University of Michigan Health-Sparrow offers an innovative Rock-Steady Boxing class specifically for Parkinson’s patients **every Thursday** at the Michigan Athletic Club.

Contact MAC front desk to register (517) 364-8888. No membership needed.

The class is FREE thanks to supporters of the Lansing Area Parkinson's Support Group - LAPSG. To learn about other events and exercise classes, visit the Lansing Area Parkinson’s Support Group at