Michigan Organizations

Central Michigan University Rural Health Equity Institute (RHEI)
Works to improve healthcare access in rural areas, expand telehealth, advance training and education, initiate collaboration, and provide innovative solutions to address rural health needs.
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Citizens Research Council of Michigan
Conducts research to better understand issues related to state and local government in Michigan. Addresses topics that include Medicaid, public health, mental health, and many other areas.
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Great Lakes Rural Opioid Technical Assistance Regional Center (Great Lakes ROTA-RC)
Offers education and resources on rural and indigenous mental health, opioid use disorders, and substance use disorders in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
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Michigan Area Health Education Center (MI-AHEC)
Works to improve access to primary and preventive care by recruiting, training, and retaining health professionals in medically underserved and health professional shortage areas in Michigan. Provides clinical training opportunities for health students, provides continuing education programs for health professionals, and prepares disadvantaged youth for healthcare careers. Comprised of 5 regional AHEC centers.
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Michigan Center for Rural Health (MCRH)
Serves as the State Office of Rural Health (SORH) in Michigan. Supports the development of partnerships among nonprofits, health departments, hospitals, government, and academia to create new opportunities in quality of care, recruitment and retention of healthcare providers, distance education, and emergency medical services (EMS).
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Michigan Community Action Agency Association (MCA)
Provides programs and services to help low-income individuals and families achieve greater economic self-sufficiency and stability. Includes the Michigan Weatherization Assistance Program.
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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
Responsible for policy and management of Michigan's publicly-funded health and social service systems. Focuses on the needs of vulnerable and underserved populations.
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Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA)
Represents community hospitals in Michigan including Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs), public, teaching, and long-term acute care hospitals. Works to provide quality patient care and healthcare services. Includes the Michigan Small or Rural Hospital Council.
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Michigan Oral Health Coalition (MOHC)
Works to improve oral health in Michigan by focusing on prevention, health promotion, oral health data, access, and the link between oral health and overall health. Oversees many programs which provide dental care to rural, underserved, and underinsured individuals including free clinics, community dental clinics, and donated dental services.
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Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA)
Promotes, supports, and develops quality primary healthcare services in Michigan. Represents 40 Community Health Centers and other community-based providers in Michigan.
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Michigan Public Health Association (MPHA)
Works to improve and promote the overall health of the residents of Michigan by providing opportunities for collaboration, education, professional development, and advocacy.
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Michigan Rural Development Council (MRDC)
Addresses rural issues in Michigan, promotes rural development, and advocates for projects and policies that impact rural Michigan. Formed from the merger of two organizations, the Rural Partners of Michigan and the Michigan Rural Network.
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North Central Regional Center for Rural Development (NCRCRD)
One of four regional rural development centers in the U.S. that works with extension professionals, researchers, and partners to enhance rural development outcomes. Serves a 12-state area in the North Central region which includes North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio.
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Northern Michigan University Center for Rural Health (NMU Center for Rural Health)
Works to improve the health of Michigan's Upper Peninsula residents by focusing on access, affordability, and quality of healthcare for rural citizens. Collaborates with other entities within the Northern Michigan University Center for Rural Health Network.
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Superior Health Quality Alliance
A Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) working with patients, providers, and community partners to improve the health of people in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Michigan (HUD)
Works to increase home ownership, support community development, and increase access to affordable housing. Provides information about HUD housing programs and local contacts for the state.
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Upper Midwest Telehealth Resource Center (UMTRC)
One of the telehealth resource centers funded by the federal Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT). Assists healthcare organizations, healthcare networks, and healthcare providers in the implementation of cost-effective telehealth programs to serve rural and medically underserved areas and populations. Includes Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio.
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USDA Rural Development Michigan State Office
Works to improve the economy and quality of life in rural Michigan. Provides information about Rural Development programs and applications for financial assistance.
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