Capital Area Health Alliance

04/08/2026

This Saturday, April 11, is World Parkinson’s Day, recognizing a disease that impacts over 1 million Americans. University of Michigan Health-Sparrow offers an innovative Rock-Steady Boxing class specifically for Parkinson’s patients **every Thursday** at the Michigan Athletic Club.

Contact MAC front desk to register (517) 364-8888. No membership needed.

The class is FREE thanks to supporters of the Lansing Area Parkinson's Support Group - LAPSG. To learn about other events and exercise classes, visit the Lansing Area Parkinson’s Support Group at

04/08/2026

🗣️ Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Class of 2027!

Less than 10 days left to apply for CapCAN's Summer College Ambassador Program! College applications, campus tours, financial aid, career development, and more!

🗓️ Due: Friday, April 17 at 11:59pm
🔗 tinyurl.com/capcan-ambassador

04/08/2026

04/06/2026

Register your young men of color to attend Tech Forward: Men of Color on Friday, April 10, 2026. The event connects future leaders with the future of technology, trades, and skills through hands-on activities, networking luncheons, prizes and inspiring guest speakers.

Those who register for the event and have applied to LCC for the Fall 2026 Semester will be entered into a drawing to win a $500 scholarship for that semester!

Have you registered for the free Tech Forward: Men of Color event on Friday, April 10? Todd "TJ" Duckett, former MSU and NFL football player, entrepreneur, and community advocate, will be this year's keynote speaker!

Attendees will also enjoy hands-on experiences with the latest technology and software used in trades and tech, as well as a networking luncheon.

Register now: https://direc.to/o6tF

04/03/2026

Walk with Ease starts next week!

👟Walk with Ease👟
Tuesdays April 7 to May 12 │ 1:30-2:30 p.m. │ Cost: FREE
Instructors: Tri-County Office on Aging & MSU Extension
A 6-week walking program for adults 60+. Each one-hour session includes light stretching, group walks (indoors or outdoors), and simple tips to stay active and motivated. Move more, feel better, and enjoy the benefits of walking - one step at a time.

04/01/2026

Learn to protect your family and plan for the unexpected with this Estate Planning Class! For attending this session, you will receive free baby items!

04/01/2026

Imagine a future where cancer treatment affects only the tumor, where eye injections are no longer required and brain surgeries don’t result in large incisions or long recovery times.

Scientists at MSU and Henry Ford Health are creating microscopic robots that can travel through the body and deliver treatment exactly where it’s needed. The microrobots are designed to reduce pain, limit side effects and help people heal faster.

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

Are you interested in learning more about college and other postsecondary options? Apply for the summer College Ambassador Leadership Program by April 17! Every week you will explore a college and career related topic, visit colleges (including an overnight trip!), and develop your college resume.

Bored during spring break? This is the perfect time to do some college prep! Most of these only take an hour...👀

🔗 FAFSA, scholarship, volunteering, and other college resources: capcan.org
🔗 Apply by April 17: tinyurl.com/capcan-ambassador

03/30/2026

MSU's College of Nursing has cracked the Top 25 in the most recent Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings. Congratulations, Spartans!

Advancing the common good with uncommon will

03/30/2026

Check out the Baby Café’s April dates and times below! Baby Café is an informal, comfortable place for lactation support facilitated by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Walking into something new as a parent can feel overwhelming.

Let’s make it easier together 🤍

If you’ve ever been to Capital Area Baby Café, what’s one word you’d use to describe it?

💛 supportive
🤍 reassuring
🌿 comforting
☕ welcoming

Your words can help another parent take that first step.

✨ April meeting times:
Wednesdays | 10am–12pm
2nd & 4th Thursdays | 5:30pm–7pm

You don’t have to do this alone, we’re here for you!