Northern Lower Regional Center Michigan AHEC

Northern Lower Regional Center Michigan AHEC Northern Lower Regional Area Health Education Center (AHEC) connects students to careers, professionals to communities, and communities to better health.

Hosted by MidMichigan Community Health Services, Northern Lower Regional MI-AHEC strengthens our region's health care workforce by recruiting, training, and retaining health professionals committed to increasing access to primary care. Through a statewide network of regional centers, Michigan AHEC prepares underrepresented and disadvantaged youth for health care careers, promotes clinical training opportunities for students in shortage areas, and provides continuing education programs for health professionals.

09/12/2025

Spread the word!! Food truck this Friday at the Sheriff's Office, Roscommon County residents.

09/12/2025

Fingers, spoons, forks, and cups oh my! Once you introduce your little one to solid foods, you may be wondering when they should start using utensils at mealtime.

Learn more about the different stages kids develop eating and drinking skills. https://bit.ly/47zsFp6

🕊️ On this Patriot Day, we pause to honor the heroes, first responders, and innocent lives lost on September 11, 2001. W...
09/11/2025

🕊️ On this Patriot Day, we pause to honor the heroes, first responders, and innocent lives lost on September 11, 2001. We carry their memory with us and stand together in unity and resilience. 🇺🇸

If today feels heavy, please remember support is just a call away — dial 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

09/11/2025

We remember those who lost their lives on . We honor and pay tribute to their memory. If you're experiencing emotional distress, help is available ➡️ samhsa.gov/find-help

09/11/2025

đź“ŁMidland County Drive-Thru Food Mobile: *No ID or Proof of Income Required. Pre-Register by calling 989-486-9393, Line 1.

🥪Distribution: 10AM
🥪When: Saturday, September 13th, 2025
🥪Where: Sunrise Baptist Church, 2138 N. Jefferson St. (Use El Rancho Side Street), Midland, MI

Get Connected. Get Help!
211nemichigan.org
Midland County Food Assistance Network Food Bank of Eastern Michigan

09/11/2025

It's normal to feel grief, sadness & anxiety when remembering traumatic events, especially around memorial dates. Please know you're not alone & help is available.
đź’™Coping tips: samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline/memorial-dates-activating-events
đź’™Counseling & support: Call or text 1-800-985-5990

09/11/2025

🍎 Food Distributions This Week 🥔

Check out this calendar 🗓️ to see when and where the food distributions are in Saginaw County this week.

Big thank you to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan and their many community partners like Radiant Church of God, DC House of Blessings, Faith Lutheran Church, Old Town Christian Outreach, East Side Soup Kitchen and many others for helping keep our community fed!

09/10/2025

It's ***dePreventionDay đź’™

Today, we honor those we've lost and share resources to support those who are struggling. It's okay to reach out for help. You're never alone.

The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7 across the U.S. Call, text, or chat 988 to connect with a skilled, compassionate counselor. For more resources, visit 988lifeline.org.

09/05/2025

September is ! It takes many hands—including yours—to make sure every person facing hunger gets the food they need. All throughout the month at Kroger, YOU can support our food bank with a register roundup to the nearest dollar or donation of $1, $3 or $5 at checkout.

Learn more about : FeedingAmerica.org/HungerAction

09/05/2025

Edit: Unfortunately, due to unexpected funding constraints we have to cancel our Food Giveaway for September through December. We hope we can resume food giveways in the start of the new year. We apologize for this inconvenience and we appreciate you for being understanding. Thank you! We have attached the Food Distribution Calendar from Food Bank of Eastern Michigan https://www.fbem.org/find-food/
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Friday, September 19th is the Food Giveaway from 10 AM to 12 PM (or until food runs out) at the Saginaw YMCA. Shoutout to our amazing partners at Impact Saginaw, Food Bank of Eastern Michigan, and Covenant HealthCare!

Reminder, participants who are picking up food will need to provide:
- Their name, number in household, and address.
- 2 families/per car limit.

09/05/2025

Looking for free online workshops?
MSU Extension Food Safety team offers FREE online workshops on various topics.
Find articles and fact sheets about your favorite fruits or vegetables on the MSU Extension Safe Food & Water homepage.
Visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/safe_food_water/index

09/05/2025

Emotional Regulation as Self-Care

Emotional regulation isn’t just about staying calm for your child—it’s a form of self-care that allows you to show up as your best self. When you practice regulating your emotions, you’re protecting your own mental health while also modeling healthy coping skills for your child.

One way to practice emotional regulation is by tuning into your body’s signals before emotions spiral out of control. Notice when your heart rate rises, when your jaw tenses, or when your breath shortens. These are cues to pause. Taking slow, deep breaths can help reset your nervous system and bring you back to a calmer state.

Another powerful tool is reframing your thoughts. Instead of saying, “I can’t handle this,” try, “This is hard, but I can take it one step at a time.” Self-talk can shift your perspective and reduce stress in the moment.

Movement also plays a key role—whether it’s stretching, walking, or even shaking out your body to release tension. Journaling, practicing gratitude, or taking a mindfulness break are other simple ways to regulate emotions and center yourself.

Most importantly, give yourself permission to feel. Emotional regulation doesn’t mean suppressing your feelings—it means allowing them, understanding them, and choosing how to respond rather than react. By practicing this daily, you build resilience, protect your energy, and show your children that emotions are manageable, not scary.

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9249 West Lake City Road
Houghton Lake, MI
48629

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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