Category Archives: Mental Health

As autumn settles across Wayne County, LAHC kicks off a vibrant new chapter of community wellness. With the start of FY26 programming, the organization is expanding its holistic health initiatives by connecting families, youth, and seniors through nutrition education, cooking experiences, and accessible fitness programs. From school classrooms to public libraries and community kitchens, LAHCContinue reading “Empowering Health in Our Community: A Look at LAHC’s Fall Initiatives”

Across Wayne County, LAHC’s Senior Services team is creating spaces where movement, mindfulness, and connection come together—helping older adults live stronger, healthier, and more joyful lives. This fall, the organization’s programming is growing in exciting new ways, from the introduction of Chair Self-Defense and Chair Yoga classes to the popular Bingocize series, which combines exercise,Continue reading “Bridging Generations: How LAHC Is Supporting Seniors with Movement, Mindfulness, and Connection”

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”

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”

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”

Today’s youth face considerable pressure—academic and family obligations, the nonstop influence of social media, and personal struggles—all of which can take a toll on mental health. These combined stressors often lead to anxiety and isolation, leaving many young people unsure how to cope or where to turn for support. This May is Mental Health AwarenessContinue reading “Empowering Youth: LAHC’s Initiatives for Teen Mental Health Awareness and Support”

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and for us at LAHC (Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities), this month is about more than just raising awareness—it’s about demonstrating that mental wellness is achievable, practical, and personal. In Wayne County, many people—especially those from Arab-American, immigrant, and first-generation communities—face mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, andContinue reading “Blooming Minds: A Holistic Approach to Mental Wellness in Wayne County”

Mental Health Awareness Month is here, and at LAHC (Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities), we believe mental health should be more than just a conversation—it should be part of everyday life. If you’re living in Wayne County, especially as a member of the Arab-American or immigrant community, you know that mental well-being isn’t just aboutContinue reading “Integrating Mental Health into Community Development: LAHC’s Holistic Approach”