Archive for July 2022
ALICE In Focus: 43% of People with Disabilities in Region Struggle Financially
Nearly 60,000 residents with disabilities in the south-central Michigan region struggle to keep up with everyday living costs, according to a new report from United Way and its research partner, United For ALICE. Titled “ALICE in Focus: People with Disabilities,” the analysis of 2019 data looks specifically at individuals with disabilities who live in poverty…
Read MoreIMPACT! Finding a Better Way for a Student
A child with Autism Spectrum Disorder may face tremendous challenges in succeeding in school. Fortunately, our support for the Student Advocacy Center’s Education Advocacy program is making a meaningful, measurable difference: Samantha is a six-year-old student struggling with behavior issues in school due to her Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Student Advocacy Center Advocate supported…
Read MoreIMPACT! Food Brings Renewal
Losing a loved one can be devastating. When you’re among those who struggle to put food on the table, the emotional and physical toll can become dangerous. Here’s how our partner at South Michigan Food Bank helped a client turn the corner from loss to joy: Duane is a client at a Fresh Food Distribution…
Read MoreIMPACT! A Young Life Recovering from Trauma
Trauma can have terrible effects on a person’s mental health. When the person is young, that impact can last a lifetime. Jackson County residents struggling with tough times are getting the help they need through Family Service & Children’s Aid‘s clinical counseling voucher program—a partnership we’re proud to help fund: United Way funding helped a…
Read MoreIMPACT! Ensuring the Right Resources
When a victim of domestic violence realizes the danger and seeks help, it’s vital to have the resources to assist quickly. We invest in the residential services of AWARE Inc. to make sure those helps are available: AWARE, Inc. worked with a survivor of domestic violence through its residential services program. She came to the…
Read MoreTake the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge
During the month of August, United Ways across the state of Michigan – including United Way of South Central Michigan – are partnering with local Centers for Independent Living to present the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge. This statewide effort to explore disability from a position of equity and pride is designed to raise awareness, increase…
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