The Building Healthy Communities program creates policy, system, and environment changes that support physical activity and healthy eating. The program is funded by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and aims to reduce cardiovascular disease, obesity, and other chronic conditions. Washtenaw County Health Department works with partners and residents to implement local projects where they are most needed and can be most effective.
Past Projects
Past projects have helped launch:
Local farmers markets in Ypsilanti and Chelsea
Healthy food assistance programs
Non-motorized planning initiatives
Walking and biking trails
The Washtenaw County Food Policy Council and Prescription for Health
2018 Funded Partners
Charter Township of Ypsilanti Recreation Department (in partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley and New West Willow Neighborhood Association)
Chelsea Senior Citizens Activities Center
Eastern Michigan University (in partnership with Parkridge Community Center and Ypsilanti Housing Commission)
Ecology Center
Food Gatherers
Growing Hope (in partnership with Cultivate Coffee and Taphouse and Taste the Local Difference)
IDEA Buenos Vecinos
Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County (in partnership with Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels)
Livingston County Health Department
Northfield Human Services (in partnership with Whitmore Lake Health Equity Leadership Team)
Saline Farmers Market (in partnership with Saline Area Senior Center)
Saline Parks and Recreation
St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor
Washtenaw County Food Policy Council
Whitmore Lake Public Schools (in partnership with Whitmore Lake Health Equity Leadership Team)