From classrooms to food distributions, LAHC’s summer nutrition programs touched hundreds of lives, blending education, access, and empowerment This summer, Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities (LAHC) continued its mission of promoting healthier lifestyles by delivering hands-on nutrition education, physical activity opportunities, and food access programs. From fitness classes for women to cooking workshops for studentsContinue reading “Summer Nutrition Programs Recap: Building Health, Wellness, & Community Connections”
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Blooming Minds: Cultivating Mental Wellness with Recreational Therapy in Wayne County
For many community members in Wayne County, Michigan, therapy can feel out of reach. Blooming Minds makes mental wellness approachable through art, music, and play. Mental health challenges such as stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and low self-esteem often go unaddressed—especially in underrepresented communities. Traditional therapy models can feel clinical, intimidating, or culturally disconnected, leaving manyContinue reading “Blooming Minds: Cultivating Mental Wellness with Recreational Therapy in Wayne County”
National Wellness Month Recap: How LAHC Promotes Health, Resilience & Community Wellness
Wellness is more than a buzzword—it’s about access, prevention, and community resilience. Each August, National Wellness Month highlights the importance of self-care and healthy routines, encouraging communities to adopt habits that strengthen long-term well-being. For Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities (LAHC), wellness is a year-round mission. This year’s observance marked a major step forward withContinue reading “National Wellness Month Recap: How LAHC Promotes Health, Resilience & Community Wellness”
Overdose Prevention: Programs and Resources to Save Lives in Dearborn
The overdose crisis in America has reached unprecedented levels, claiming tens of thousands of lives each year. In 2020, overdose deaths in the U.S. reached an all-time high of 93,331 in a single year. This is no longer just a crisis of opioids—it’s a multi-drug epidemic that has evolved over time. Here’s a closer lookContinue reading “Overdose Prevention: Programs and Resources to Save Lives in Dearborn”
The Benefits of Narcan: How to Get Your Free Narcan Kit at LAHC’s Porch Box in Dearborn
The Leaders Advancing & Helping Communities (LAHC) office in Dearborn, Michigan, is offering a much-needed resource for individuals at risk of opioid and fentanyl overdoses. Narcan kits can also benefit anyone who wants to be prepared in case of an accidental overdose, especially as fentanyl is increasingly found in street drugs. This small, discreet boxContinue reading “The Benefits of Narcan: How to Get Your Free Narcan Kit at LAHC’s Porch Box in Dearborn”