Capital Area Health Alliance

01/12/2026

The application deadline for the January Medical Front Office Assistant Program is Jan. 16! Don't miss this opportunity to train for a new career 100 percent online at your own pace. Learn more at lcc.edu/jtctraining or call 517-483-1857.

01/12/2026

Here are the mobile distributions for this week. View mobiles scheduled for the next 30 days or find a pantry near you at https://glfoodbank.org/mobiles.

01/08/2026

Learn how to provide initial support to someone experiencing a mental health crisis in this virtual Mental Health First Aid training session on Jan. 14!

📌Spots Still Available-Mental Health First Aid Training!

💫Looking to start year 2026 strong or start with purpose?

We have limited seats available for our upcoming Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training- sign up today and learn how to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.

📆Upcoming Public Training:

🎯January 14, 2026/9AM-5PM EST: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-first-aid-mhfa-virtual-adult-blended-in-person-training-tickets-1544728688089
💻Location: Virtual via Zoom
💲Cost: $15 per participant

💛💚🩵This course is great for community members, parents, educators, coaches, and anyone who wants to support those facing mental health challenges. Don’t miss your chance to gain-life-saving skills that can make a real difference.🌱

01/08/2026

We are excited to announce that we will once again be hosting a FREE Tax Prep Site.
Call Janet at 517-999-2894 Monday - Wednesday 9a - 3p or Thursday 9a - 1p to make an appointment**.
**Please see the attached flyer for a list of documents you must have in your possession prior to making an appointment!

01/07/2026

Free Radon Test Kits available from Barry-Eaton District Health Department this January for Radon Action Month!

It's Radon Action Month! Homes should be tested every 2 years for high radon levels. You can't see, smell, or taste Radon and it is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Testing is the only way to know if Radon is present in the home.

Easy, do-it-yourself radon test kits are available for FREE to residents of Barry and Eaton counties this month. Residents can pick up a kit at one of the below locations. After using it at home, residents should send it to the lab for testing.

➡️ Hastings: Health Department, 330 W. Woodlawn Ave.
➡️ Charlotte: Health Department, 1033 Healthcare Dr.
➡️ Delton: Delton District Library, 330 N. Grove St.
➡️ Eaton Rapids: Eaton Rapids Area District Library, 220 S. Main St.
➡️ Lansing: Delta Township Building Department, 7710 W. Saginaw Hwy.

There is a limit of one kit per address. Kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and supplies are limited.

01/07/2026

12/18/2025

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12/16/2025

Registration is open for the 2026 Blue Cross Winter Warm Up! Have fun getting fit with this FREE 5k training program. To find all the training days, times, and locations, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/WinterWarmUpMI/Page/TrainingSites

We are so excited to announce that Allen Neighborhood Center will once again be a host site for the Blue Cross Winter Warm Up Program this winter! This program will be happening from January 26th to March 21st, where you can meet up with friends and family and join in on this great way to start your 2026 health journey! This 5K training program is FREE and open to all ages and abilities (a parent or their designee must accompany children).

This eight-week program includes two one-hour sessions each week at 8 locations, led by certified Good Form Running and Walking coaches from the Playmakers Fitness Foundation. Participants will also receive weekly training tips and information.

Training leads to a free goal event — the Blue Cross® Winter Warm Up 5K Walk/Run Celebration at Hawk Island Park in Lansing on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Sign up using the link below!

runsignup.com/wwu

12/15/2025

Lansing School District is hosting an Immunization Clinic at the Don Johnson Fieldhouse on December 17th. Your student can receive school immunizations AT NO COST TO YOU from the Ingham County Health Department. Mark your calendars!

Mark your calendars!

12/12/2025

At Disability Network Capital Area, we’re dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities live full, empowered lives across Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, and Shiawassee counties.

Our team of peer mentors and professionals is here to support you every step of the way. We offer:

💙Community Awareness & Advocacy – Workshops, presentations, and policy advocacy to break down barriers
💙Independent Living Skills – Hands-on training in cooking, finances, transportation, and more
💙Assistive Technology – Device demonstrations, short-term loans, and one-on-one coaching
💙Peer Support – Safe spaces to connect, share resources, and encourage one another
💙Transition Services – Help moving from school to work, from nursing facilities to home, and beyond
💙Pre-Employment Support – Resume help, interview practice, and employer connections
💙Emergency Preparedness – Custom plans and resource guides so you’re ready for the unexpected

No matter where you are on your journey, DNCAP is your partner in accessibility and independence. Visit dncap.org or call 517-999-2760 to learn more and get connected today!



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12/10/2025

Winter weather can bring high winds, snow, and icy conditions. It also can bring the chance of a sudden power outage.

Learn how to be prepared, and handle a power outage by visiting: www.ready.gov/power-outages

12/08/2025