Interest: Health & Wellness
MDHHS offering free access to the Get Set Up course catalog
Published: February 4, 2022
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has teamed up with GetSetUp to provide hundreds of live online classes to keep you mentally, physically and socially active. Classes are interactive, easy to join, offered day and night and free for our community. Visit the site to find classes on anything from tech tips to boosting your mental health.
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Book Club Kits for Graphic Medicine
Kits contain various titles about the graphic novel art from and a specific health topic. AIDS/HIV Learn about the comic and graphic novel art form, the speciality of graphic medicine, and read graphic novels about AIDS/HIV. Find in catalog Cancer Learn about the comic and graphic novel art form, the speciality of graphic medicine, and read graphic novels about cancer. Find in catalog Caregiving/Aging Learn about the comic and graphic novel art form, the speciality of graphic medicine, and read graphic novels about caring for elderly and failing parents. Find in catalog Eating Disorders Learn about the comic and graphic …
Put your Summer on the MAP
Published: May 1, 2021
Are you ready to get even more with your Michigan Activity Pass (MAP)? Metroparks has joined the MAP program! As of May 1, 13 Metroparks will offer free admission to MAP patrons! To claim your free daily vehicle pass*: 1) Visit ypsilibrary.org/michigan-activity-pass and click “Get Museum & Park Passes.” 2) Fill out the details under “Plan Your Next Activity.” 3) Click the Metropark of choice and fill out the corresponding form that appears when you click “Request Pass.” 4) Click the “Submit This Request” button that appears on the summary page. 5) Print the confirmation page! The 13 participating Metroparks …
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Improving access to fresh food
Published: April 29, 2021
A new pilot project aims to make it easier to use food assistance benefits, like SNAP, to get fresh produce.
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Online classes for older adults
Published: April 25, 2021
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and GetSetup-Michigan have online classes for older adults where you can get computer, fitness, and other help.
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DIY Stress Relief for Kids
Published: January 4, 2021
Get ideas for DIY stress relief you can do at home to help kids cope and stay focused during online school.
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Food America
Welcome to the world’s largest database of American food, culture, and recipes. AtoZ Food America provides thousands of recipes, hundreds of fascinating culture articles, an essential culinary reference section, and helpful video hacks, tips, and more.
Seed Saving
Published: September 19, 2020
This week at Garden-to-Table, learn how to save seeds!
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Chicks and Salsa
Published: August 13, 2020
This week at Garden-to-Table, learn about chickens, hear Sarah from Healthy Habits Start Now read Chicks and Salsa, then make salsa!
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Ypsi Farm and Garden Tour
Published: August 1, 2020
Take a virtual tour of a few of Ypsi’s farms and educational gardens to see who’s growing local food!
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Mindfulness and Meditation for Kids
Mindfulness and meditation are powerful life tools to introduce to our children. These tools promote emotional balance, self esteem, confidence, and so much more. Enjoy these picture books together to introduce mindfulness and meditation in a fun and accessible way.
Covid-19 Health, PPE, and Insurance Information
Published: May 27, 2020
Links to Covid-19 health, mental health, and health insurance information.
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Covid-19 and Racial Health Disparities
Published: April 21, 2020
Covid19 has shined a light on racial health disparities. Find out more information.
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Helping Kids Cope During Difficult Times
Published: April 13, 2020
Tips for creating a daily schedule and talking to kids about COVID-19.
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