Stephanie McCann, LMSW

11/26/2025

11/14/2025

Lansing's next drive-through mobile food distribution event in partnership with Greater Lansing Food Bank will take place Saturday, Nov. 15, at South Church of the Nazarene.

Vehicles may start lining up at 7 a.m. Food distribution will run from 9-11 a.m., or while supplies last.

11/11/2025

Here are the mobile distributions for this week. View mobiles scheduled for the next 30 days or find a pantry near you at https://glfoodbank.org/mobiles.

11/11/2025

Get to know CADL Downtown Lansing's Community Closet! Stored at the Downtown Lansing library, personal care items such as shampoo & conditioners, skin and nail care items, deodorant, and more are available for anyone to take (while supplies last).

If you find yourself in possession of extra, unused personal care items, there are donation boxes located at each of the CADL Lansing Libraries where you can drop off any items you wish to donate to the Community Closet.

Please do NOT donate blankets, clothes, or food.

11/11/2025

A groundbreaking new study has uncovered a powerful connection between ADHD and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), revealing that women with ADHD are three times more likely to suffer from this severe hormonal condition. PMDD is an extreme form of PMS that brings intense mood swings, anxiety, depression, rage, fatigue, and even physical pain such as headaches and bloating.

Researchers believe this link comes down to how the ADHD brain processes hormones like estrogen and progesterone. These hormones fluctuate naturally during the menstrual cycle, but for women with ADHD, those changes can hit much harder. The shifts can amplify emotional sensitivity, disrupt sleep, worsen focus, and make impulsivity more difficult to manage — creating a storm of symptoms that can deeply affect daily life.

The study also highlights how underdiagnosed PMDD is, especially among women with neurodivergent conditions. Many spend years being told their symptoms are “just bad PMS” before realizing there’s a real medical cause. Experts emphasize the need for better screening and support, especially since hormone regulation plays a huge role in mental health stability.

This discovery is helping reshape the way doctors view ADHD in women, proving that hormones and neurodivergence are far more connected than once thought.

11/01/2025

Child and Family Charities invites families to stop by our free coats event on November 4th and 5th. We are grateful to our community donors and WLNS for making this possible. No sign-up required—simply come and pick out a warm coat for your family.

10/31/2025

There are a handful of food assistance resources in Meridian Township to help community members in need.

Here are a few helpful details to keep in mind:

🔹 All of the food pantries that serve Meridian Township require an appointment.

🔹Tiny food pantries do not require an appointment and also serve as drop-off points for those who wish to donate items.

🔹 For additional food resources, call 2-1-1 or visit https://bit.ly/MIFoodAssistance.

Questions about food assistance can be directed to Human Services Specialist Katie Love at 517.853.4204 or klove@meridian.mi.us

10/30/2025

Presented by Positive Somebody

10/28/2025

🚨 We’re Out of Essentials! 🚨

Our shelves are completely empty of:
Shampoo
Conditioner
Razors
Full-size body wash
Lotion
Deodorant

If you’re able to donate, we’d be so grateful! These items go directly to women in our community who rely on us for support.

You can drop off donations at 1712 E. Michigan Ave. during open hours, or order directly from our wishlist:
https://lansingwomen.org/wishlists/

Thank you for helping us care for our community! 💜