Huntington's disease (HD) is a fatal genetic disorder that causes the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Today, there are approximately 30,000 symptomatic Americans and more than 200,000 at-risk of inheriting the disease.
Visit Huntington's Disease Society of America, Michigan Chapter on the web and on Facebook.
Recorded on March 23rd, 2017.
Hosted by: Laurel HessProduced by: Heartland Newsmakers Team
The WMCAT Adult Career Training program offers under and unemployed men and women the opportunity to learn a new career, while growing personally and professionally. Their small class sizes, deep impact and extra services move adults toward new careers in the medical coding, medical billing and pharmacy technician fields. These are careers that pay living wages, may offer benefits, and provide opportunity for career advancement.
Uplift Our Youth Foundation empowers youth to achieve success and live healthy productive lives. We provide funding to smaller and under funded non-profit organizations and programs that directly impact youth in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties.
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Technology and the automobile are coming together in Michigan. Kirk Steudle, Director of The Michigan Department of Transportation joins Laurel Hess for a discussion on the future of automated vehicles in Michigan.
MET is a 529 Prepaid Tuition Plan which allowsfor the pre-purchase of tuition based on today's rates and then paid out at the future cost when the beneficiary is in college. Performance is often based upon tuition inflation.
Small Talk is where children who are victims of physical and sexual abuseare interviewed and offered therapy atno cost. The missionof Small Talkis to provide a comfortable, child-friendly atmosphere where children receive coordinated services during the child abuse investigative process. After law enforcement receives a report of abuse, the goal is to conduct oneinterview by a trained professional to avoid re-victimizing a childwith repeated, unnecessary interviews. Achild'sstatement is obtained in a developmentally-sensitive, unbiased, and truth-seeking manner that will support accurate and fair decision-making in the criminal justice and child welfare systems. After the interview process is complete, trauma-focused counseling is offered at no cost. Small Talk, accredited with the National Children's Alliance, is leading the community in addressing child abuse and empowering children to have the courage to heal. Small Talk is where small voices can be heard.
Anyone, including a child, who suspects child abuse or neglect, can make a report by calling 855-444-3911. In addition, the Child Protection Lawrequires certain professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Review theMandated Reporterssection of our website for more details.
Reports of suspected child abuse or neglect will either be:
Assigned for investigation;
Rejected; or
Transferred to another agency for investigation, such as law enforcement or the Bureau of Child and Adult Licensing.
Reports must meet the following three criteria to be assigned for investigation:
The alleged victim is under 18 years of age.
The alleged perpetrator is a parent, legal guardian or other person responsible for the child's health and welfare.
The allegations minimally meet the child abuse and neglect definitions in the Child Protection Law.
If you suspect abuse or neglect, call 855-444-3911 any time day or night. This toll-free phone number allows you to report abuse or neglect of any child or adult.
One number. One call. One person can make a difference.
Anyone, including a child, who suspects child abuse or neglect, can make a report by calling 855-444-3911. In addition, the Child Protection Lawrequires certain professionals to report suspected child abuse or neglect. Review theMandated Reporterssection of our website for more details.
Reports of suspected child abuse or neglect will either be:
Assigned for investigation;
Rejected; or
Transferred to another agency for investigation, such as law enforcement or the Bureau of Child and Adult Licensing.
Reports must meet the following three criteria to be assigned for investigation:
The alleged victim is under 18 years of age.
The alleged perpetrator is a parent, legal guardian or other person responsible for the child's health and welfare.
The allegations minimally meet the child abuse and neglect definitions in the Child Protection Law.
If you suspect abuse or neglect, call 855-444-3911 any time day or night. This toll-free phone number allows you to report abuse or neglect of any child or adult.
One number. One call. One person can make a difference.
The Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce is the voice of the West Michigan business community and the premier business membership organization in the region. Each year, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber helps entrepreneurs grown their businesses, professionals lead their organizations, and community leaders expand their reach in support of a vibrant business environment and a thriving local economy that benefits everyone.
Over 80% of our 2,500 Chamber members operate companies with 50 or fewer employees. Plus, the area's largest employers continue to invest in the Grand Rapids business community through the Chamber.
Rick Baker of the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce joins host Laurel Hess.
Interview recorded September 21st, 2017.
The Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program currently serves more than 130 students between the ages of 7 and 18, with an ever growing waiting list. More than 75% of the enrolled students live within a 3-mile radius of the gym. Many are residents of the nearby public housing units. Through education, athletics, mentorship and intervention, the Downtown Boxing Gym empowers Detroit students to be positive and productive members of society. How are students benefiting from the program
Jessica Hauser, Executive Director of Downtown Boxing Gym answers these questions and many more.
Interview recorded August 24th, 2017. Hosted by Laurel Hess.
They promote West Michigan as a place where business thrives and people want to live and work. Hello West Michigan seeks to increase the rate of success member companies have in their efforts to recruit top talent. Through their members and collaborations with other regional organizations, they help new residents find their fit in West Michigan.
Cindy Brown of Hello West Michigan joins Laurel Hess for a discussion about why West Michigan is such a great place to live and work.
Interview recorded September 21st, 2017.
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