FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  March 6, 2023  Contact: press@michigan.gov    Governor Whitmer Proclaims March 6-10, 2023 as School Breakfast Week Education budget includes plan to offer all 1.4 million students in Michigan with free breakfast and lunch      LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed March 6-10, 2023 as School Breakfast Week in Michigan. The governor highlighted her education budget initiative to offer free breakfast...
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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
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Formula supply can vary by store and region: Try calling ahead or searching the website of a WIC store or pharmacy to check their supply. If you are buying formula without using WIC benefits, make sure to shop at trustworthy stores or pharmacies. Check smaller stores and drugstores. They may...
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The American Academy of Pediatrics Parenting website HealthyChildren.org answers the question: With the baby formula shortage, what should I do if I can’t find any? Keep in mind, this advice is strictly for URGENT situations. If you have any concerns about your baby’s nutrition, please talk with your pediatrician or health care provider....
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jan. 11, 2022 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112, wheatonb@michigan.gov Additional January emergency food assistance benefits related to pandemic to be issued  LANSING, Mich. – All Michigan families who are eligible for food assistance benefits are receiving an additional monthly payment in January in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Michigan Department of...
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Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dec. 16, 2021 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112, wheatonb@michigan.gov Additional December emergency food assistance benefits related to pandemic to be issued LANSING, Mich. – All Michigan families who are eligible for food assistance benefits are receiving an additional monthly payment in December in response to...
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A NEW VIRTUAL SERIESTuesday, November 10 – December 8, 2020Classes will begin at 2:00No Charge to participateOpen to Livingston County ResidentsParticipants will receive $10 food gift cards for each class they attendTo Register email:frazie60@msu.edu Cooking Matters at Home is a virtual nutrition and cooking education program for individuals, families,...
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