Livingston County Health Department Acknowledges January as Radon Action MonthHOWELL, Michigan. – (January 3, 2023) January is National Radon Action Month – an opportunetime for Livingston County residents to test for radon in their homes, a health risk facingmillions of Americans. Because families are...
Starting school is an important time in a child’s life and children’s readiness for school is important to us. Kindergarten registration begins in January – April, depending on your school district. Registering early allows the teachers, principals, and school districts several opportunities to connect...
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The Livingston County Resource Guide, Surviving Tough Economic Times in Livingston County
The Community Needs Assessment and Evaluation Workgroup of the Human Services Collaborative Body has compiled a 25-page resource guide with steps to take to manage during difficult times. You can access it here: https://www.livgov.com/hscb/Documents/2022%20Community%20Resource%20Guide.pdf. The most up-to-date version can always be found online under the Resource Box here: https://www.livgov.com/hscb
Connect with Local Resources Livingston County Shelter Resources Use the QR Code to access the emergency shelter resource Utility Assistance Programs Protect Yourself – Be “Winterwise”! This is also an excellent opportunity to remind you about Utility Imposter Scams. Please review this message from Attorney General Dana...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: press@michigan.gov December 7, 2022 Gov. Whitmer Announces Support for Park Upgrades in 11 Counties in Michigan $7.4 million in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants will support park projects LANSING, Mich. — Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that they recommended 13 community parks, trails, and sports facilities and a state lock and dam to receive a...
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Michigan residents urged to take precautions around livestock following recent cases of parasitic illness
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 8, 2022 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2122, SutfinL1@michigan.gov Michigan residents urged to take precautions around livestock following recent cases of parasitic illness LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding Michiganders of steps...
A common misconception surrounding American Sign Language is that only individuals in the Deaf Community use it. However, sign language can be used for children who are non-verbal and require other methods of communication, including children with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and other...
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MDHHS hosting three free virtual baby showers in December for new or expecting families
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is hosting three virtual baby fairs for new or expecting parents in December. At the events, families will have opportunities to learn about available resources, important health and safety information and ask questions directly...
Protecting you and your child from the harmful effects of lead Winter is on its way, which means we will be spending more time indoors. For those with infants or young children at home or visiting during the holidays, it is especially important to...
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Startup grants available to launch businesses or help newly licensed child care facilities
Grants will help tackle child care crisis The State of Michigan has opened applications for start up grants to lower costs for entrepreneurs looking to start or expand a child care business. Through this opportunity there are many resources available such as webinars, toolkits and...
