Community Events

Are you a new or expecting parent? Do you work with parents? This event is for you! There will be presentations on important health and safety information parents need to know, resources available, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions to program representatives. This event is free to attend. to register, visit https://bit.ly/3WGY29r or scan the QR code on the flyer. Presented by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. FREE.

For some, the holidays bring un-jolly feelings of anxiety, loneliness and dread, layered upon the uncertainty of another potential COVID-19 winter. Join this Stay Well discussion group to gain emotional support for managing holiday stress. Each group session will last one hour. Every Thursday at 7:00pm, November 10, 2022, through January 5, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/3W2Io85. FREE.

This event for the whole family includes COVID-19 vaccines (first shot, second shot, or boosters), flu vaccines, lead testing for kids under 6 years old, health professionals onsite to answer questions, healthy familiy activities (painting, drawing, arts & crafts, tie dye), and door prizes. One lucky COVID-19 vaccine recipient will win a $300 cash prize! Use the QR Code in the FLYER to sign up for your spot today. Hosted by The Fledge Foundation, with vaccines by the Ingham County Health Department. FREE.

Are you a new or expecting parent? Do you work with parents? This event is for you! There will be presentations on important health and safety information parents need to know, resources available, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions to program representatives. This event is free to attend. to register, visit https://bit.ly/3WGY29r or scan the QR code on the flyer. Presented by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. FREE.

Are you a new or expecting parent? Do you work with parents? This event is for you! There will be presentations on important health and safety information parents need to know, resources available, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions to program representatives. This event is free to attend. to register, visit https://bit.ly/3WGY29r or scan the QR code on the flyer. Presented by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. FREE.

For some, the holidays bring un-jolly feelings of anxiety, loneliness and dread, layered upon the uncertainty of another potential COVID-19 winter. Join this Stay Well discussion group to gain emotional support for managing holiday stress. Each group session will last one hour. Every Thursday at 7:00pm, November 10, 2022, through January 5, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/3W2Io85. FREE.

The City of Lansing Human Relati​ons and Community Services Department and the Greater Lansing Food Bank will be distributing free, fresh and non-perishable food items to Lansing residents at the Mobile Food Pantry. Who can participate? Anyone in financial hardship in need of food; senior citizens on fixed incomes; families/individuals who have recently lost jobs; city residents. The Mobile Food Pantry will be a "drive-through" service (volunteers will load pre-packed boxes of goods into trunks/hatchback). Bring a valid state identification card, driver's license, or other proof of residency in the City of Lansing. For more information, call (517) 908-3680. FREE.
 

For some, the holidays bring un-jolly feelings of anxiety, loneliness and dread, layered upon the uncertainty of another potential COVID-19 winter. Join this Stay Well discussion group to gain emotional support for managing holiday stress. Each group session will last one hour. Every Thursday at 7:00pm, November 10, 2022, through January 5, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/3W2Io85. FREE.

For some, the holidays bring un-jolly feelings of anxiety, loneliness and dread, layered upon the uncertainty of another potential COVID-19 winter. Join this Stay Well discussion group to gain emotional support for managing holiday stress. Each group session will last one hour. Every Thursday at 7:00pm, November 10, 2022, through January 5, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/3W2Io85. FREE.

For some, the holidays bring un-jolly feelings of anxiety, loneliness and dread, layered upon the uncertainty of another potential COVID-19 winter. Join this Stay Well discussion group to gain emotional support for managing holiday stress. Each group session will last one hour. Every Thursday at 7:00pm, November 10, 2022, through January 5, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/3W2Io85. FREE.

Diabetes PATH is a workshop for individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes and their caregivers. In this 6-week program, which meets for 2.5 hours weekly, participants learn about diabetes, how to manage blood sugars, what healthy eating means, how to read labels, and practice menu planning. The workshop also addresses effects of stress and positive ways to deal with it, how to choose appropriate exercise for fitness and safety, proper skin and foot care, and skills for communicating with health professionals. Participants develop action plans and problem solve each week. FREE.

Chronic Pain PATH (Personal Action Toward Health) is a workshop to help people learn the techniques and strategies they need for the day-to-day management of pain. In this 6-week program, which meets for 2.5 hours weekly, participants learn how to manage chronic pain without increasing medications. Topics include pacing and planning, the mind-body connection, distraction techniques, communication, healthy eating, and stress management. Participants develop action plans and problem solve each week. FREE.

Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Counties asks you to save the date for its 2023 Annual Community Event, which will take place on April 3rd, 2023 at the Lansing Center. CMHA-CEI will also provide a recorded session on WILX after the main event. Everyone is welcome to participate in this educational program and community presentation presented by CMHA-CEI. More details to come! Stay tuned. FREE.