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Farmers in Crisis, Long Overlooked, Are Finally Getting Mental Health Support
Amid a mounting mental health crisis among farmers, experts are working to make help more accessible. Chris Bardenhagen used to shrug off any worries about mental health, but the stresses of taking over his struggling family farm now have him seriously considering therapy. Bardenhagen is a sixth-generation farmer who grew up on an 80-acre multicrop orchard in Michigan that his family has run since the 1800s. And it all was officially transferred to him on January 1—a transiti
Feb 19, 20243 min read


Explore Thumb-Area Health and Human Service Careers!
Ready for a change of pace? Many employers in the Thumb region offer rewarding career pathways in the health and human services field....
Feb 5, 20242 min read


Poverty Simulation Event Creates Impactful Awareness
Caro, Michigan - On Tuesday, January 16, in Caro, a unique event was held to increase understanding of the unique challenges faced by those living with low resources. A Poverty Simulation brought together over forty individuals from the community. According to the US Census, 12.3% of people living in Tuscola live in poverty and another 26% are struggling to make enough money to cover the cost of living. "Collaborating with Thumb Community Health Partnership and Thumb Opioid R
Feb 1, 20242 min read


Social Determinants of Health Month
January is recognized as Social Determinants of Health Month! Check out how you support people with social determinants of Health needs!
Jan 8, 20241 min read


The time to start thinking about health insurance options is NOW!
TCHP Health Insurance Navigators are trained to help you understand your options for health insurance. Click here to read more!
Oct 25, 20232 min read
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