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Genesee County Board of Commissioners Approves Health Care Services Millage Renewal for November Ballot

Thursday, July 30th, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2026 Shannon Ciszek, Communications Coordinator, Genesee Health Plan, 810.232.7740, sciszek@countyhealthplans.org Rachel Esterline Perkins, Communications Strategist, Genesee Health Plan, 989-330-1201, rachel@venturesomestrategies.com Genesee County Board of Commissioners Approves Health Care Services Millage Renewal for November Ballot Genesee Health Plan Has Served One in Four County Residents Over 25 Years   FLINT – […]

FIA Art Spark Summer/Fall Activities

Thursday, July 30th, 2026

Join the Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) for Art Spark programming through the end of summer and into fall! Those with mild to moderate memory loss and their caregivers are welcome to join the FIA for fun activities on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout the summer at no cost. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, as each program is […]

August Flint Mobile Food Pantry Flyer

Tuesday, July 28th, 2026

August Flint Mobile Food Pantries announced by the Foodbank of Eastern Michigan, and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. For more information, call (810) 239-4441 or visit https://www.fbem.org/programs/mobile-pantry-distributions/  Genesee County Food Pantries: CLICK HERE for a complete list of food pantries in Genesee County Grand Blanc-Holy Family Outreach (Food Pantry, must be a Grand Blanc resident): […]

Genesee Health Plan and Sovita Credit Union award Health Career Scholarships

Tuesday, July 7th, 2026

*Photos available at the end of the release and here.          FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, July 24, 2026 Shannon Ciszek, Genesee Health Plan, 810.232.7740 ext. 245, sciszek@countyhealthplans.org Jen Shew, Sovita Credit Union, 810.720.8437, jshew@sovitacu.org     Genesee Health Plan and Sovita Credit Union award Health Career Scholarships   Private ceremony celebrated Swartz Creek and Grand Blanc High School […]

Senior Resource Expo – Sept. 11, 2026

Monday, July 6th, 2026

SAVE THE DATE: Genesee County Commission on Aging Resource Expo Make sure to visit our vendor table when you attend the Genesee County Commission on Aging Senior Resource Expo on Sept. 11th! Seniors are welcome to attend this FREE event to learn about available resources in the Genesee County community! Parking will be available at […]

Virtual MiCHWA CHW Training: 9/8-10/29/26

Monday, July 6th, 2026

Genesee Health Plan (GHP) is hosting a hands-on MiCHWA approved training course led by its expert CHWs. Participants will have the opportunity to build their network while completing 126 training hours, including 25 hours for independent study! Click here to register. For more information, call: 810-232-7740 ext. 217 or email: chwtraining@countyhealthplans.org  Click here to download […]

The Senior Joy Journey – Senior Programs

Wednesday, May 27th, 2026

Join Saint Mark Community Outreach for their Senior Joy Journey series! Seniors will experience movement, creativity, and connection with other seniors through a series of fun programs. Enjoy gardening, breathwork exercises, creative activities, gentle movement, and more every Tuesday from 11am-1pm!  Click here to download the flyer.

FREE Stroke Screenings

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026

The Genesee County Free Medical Clinic is providing a series of FREE Stroke Screenings throughout 2026 from 9am-12pm. Screening includes: Diabetes screening- Hemoglobin A1C Full Lipid Panel including total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides Blood pressure and pulse Sleep disorder risk assessment Risk-reduction plan Results, counseling, and education Local physicians, nurses, pharmacists, EMS providers, and other […]

Healthcare Heroes Celebrated by community partners at Flint Firebirds Game

Tuesday, February 17th, 2026

Fundraising proceeds benefited the Genesee County Free Medical Clinic FLINT – On Saturday, February 7, Genesee Health Plan (GHP) and Sovita Credit Union co-sponsored the Healthcare Heroes Night in partnership with the Flint Firebirds, providing healthcare employees with a free ticket to enjoy the game against the Erie Otters. The Healthcare Heroes appreciation night was […]

2026 GHP Health Heritage Essay Contest – CLOSED

Friday, February 6th, 2026

THE 2026 HEALTH HERITAGE ESSAY CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. WINNERS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY. STAY TUNED FOR THE 12TH HEALTH HERITAGE ESSAY CONTEST IN FEBRUARY 2027!  For our eleventh year in a row, we are hosting a “Health Heritage Essay Contest” for young people learning the importance of how their health history impacts their present […]

Healthcare NEWS

  • FREE Stroke Screenings

    The Genesee County Free Medical Clinic is providing a series of FREE Stroke Screenings throughout 2026 from 9am-12pm. Screening includes: Diabetes screening- Hemoglobin A1C Full Lipid Panel including total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides Blood pressure and pulse Sleep disorder risk assessment Risk-reduction plan Results, counseling, and education Local physicians, nurses, pharmacists, EMS providers, and other […] READ MORE

  • Work Requirements for Food Assistance – What you Need to Know

    Effective December 1, 2025, work requirements are required for Food Assistance Program benefits. The MDHHS website states that able-bodied adults without dependents who are between 18–64 and have children 14 and older, with some deferral exceptions for Native Americans, will now be subject to work requirements to access to SNAP benefits. Letters are already going […] READ MORE

  • MDHHS launches MI Options call center to support Medicare needs, long-term care

    Free service empowers Michigan residents to navigate health care supports  LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has launched a statewide MI Options system, offering free and comprehensive person-centered options counseling for adults looking for long-term care services and supports. Medicare counseling is also offered through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program and […] READ MORE

  • Local health care heroes honored at GHP Health Care Hall of Fame Awards

    *Photos available at the end of the release.**                                                                         FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, August 14, 2025 Shannon Ciszek, Communications Coordinator Genesee […] READ MORE

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