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Chronic disease and healthy lifestyle workgroup

Goal: Reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases by promoting healthier lives through targeted interventions, prevention culture, and resource support.

Priorities

  • Increase awareness of and access to preventative screenings.
  • Link the adults who were reached through preventative screenings to a health care provider. 
  • Increase leisure time physical activity in adults in Macomb County.

Co-chairs: Jennifer Franz, Macomb County Health Department and Jacqueline Rabine, Michigan State University Extension

  • Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS): Kara Torres  
  • Alzheimer's Association: Ashly Tutwiler
  • Ascension: Anne Nearhood, Carol Porzondek
  • City Yoga Warren: Dawn Young
  • Corewell: Kari Woloszyk, Tori Smith
  • Macomb County Health Department: Maria Swiatkowski, Laura Neal, Kristina Kaurin
  • Macomb County Planning and Economic Development: Gerry Santoro
  • Mayor of the City of New Baltimore: Thomas Semaan
  • Mount Clemens Parks and Recreation: Karl Haye
  • MyCare Health Center: David Wilson

Resource links

ACCESS (Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services) Mental health programs - ACCESS is a strong advocate for cultural and social entrepreneurship instilled with the values of community service, healthy lifestyles, education and philanthropy.

Alzheimer's Association - The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter is the premier source of information and support for Michigan residents living with dementia and their families and caregivers.

Ascension Health - As part of their mission, Ascension has a unique obligation to advocate for an inclusive culture.

City Yoga Warren - Yoga has many health benefits such as improved respiratory and circulatory health and reduction in blood pressure.

Corewell Health - The name Corewell Health signifies their commitment to health and wellness. Their mission is to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. 

Macomb County Planning and Economic Develop - The mission of the Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Development is to retain, grow and attract economic investment while improving the overall quality of life for residents and businesses in Macomb County.

New Baltimore Parks and Recreation - The mission of New Baltimore Parks and Recreation (NBPR) Department is to improve the quality of life for all residents and visitors of the Anchor Bay community by providing leisure and cultural activities, special events, facilities and programs that encourage healthy lifestyles.

Mount Clemens Parks and Recreation - Mount Clemens Parks and Recreation offers recreation for all ages.  

MyCare Health Center - The MyCare Health Center offers low-cost medical, dental and behavioral health services for all ages and insurance statuses.