Northern Lower Regional Center Michigan AHEC

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

🍎 Food Distributions This Week 🥔

Check out this calendar 🗓️ to see when and where the food distributions are in Saginaw County this week.

Big thank you to the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan and their many community partners like VBM - Victorious Believers Ministries Church of God in Christ, Old Town Christian Outreach and many others for helping keep our community fed!

If you’re in need of assistance, please dial 2-1-1 to be connected to 211 Northeast Michigan.

If you’re able, please consider donating at https://bit.ly/NourishmentForNeighbors. All funds will stay local by helping to stock local pantries, fill emergency food boxes and ensure that no neighbor is left hungry. ❤️

11/26/2025

Check out what we've been up to!

The Greater Wexford County Chapter of the American Association of Medical Assistants hosted its Annual Fall Symposium in October, offering medical assistants across Northern Michigan a valuable opport

11/26/2025

The days are shorter. The temperatures are cooler. For some people, the season may be overshadowed by feelings of anxiety or sadness. While these feelings are common, some people may experience a more intense version. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a type of depression that occurs during certain seasons of the year.

This season shall pass. But in the meantime, try these pick-me-ups to combat a long winter.

11/26/2025

🎃🍂 November is Gluten-Free Diet Awareness Month, and with Thanksgiving coming up, it’s the perfect time to highlight festive dishes everyone can enjoy!

These Heart-Healthy Pumpkin Custards are creamy, cozy, and naturally gluten-free — a delicious addition to your holiday table. 🧡🍮

Check out the recipe:

Enjoy a sweet, velvety pumpkin custard recipe that embraces fall flavors while using diabetic-friendly ingredients. Brown sugar, coconut milk, and pumpkin puree are swirled together and baked until set for a fragrantly creamy bite.

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

There is help available for you and your family

11/20/2025

Proud of the impact and commitment that our host partner, MidMichigan Community Health Services, has to their patients and the rural communitites that they serve!

11/20/2025

11/20/2025

Supporting a Child with Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety is a normal part of childhood — especially during transitions like starting school, being with a new caregiver, or when routines change. When your child clings, cries, or resists being apart from you, it’s not manipulation — it’s a sign they need reassurance and safety.

The best thing you can do is stay calm and consistent. Create predictable routines so your child knows what to expect. Offer short, clear goodbyes instead of sneaking away — this helps build trust that you’ll always come back. You might say, “I’ll be back after snack time,” so they can visualize your return.

Give them a transitional object, like a family photo or small comfort item, to help them feel connected to you while apart. When you reunite, offer warmth and validation: “I missed you too. It’s okay to feel sad when we’re apart.” This helps them name and regulate their emotions.

Most importantly, practice patience. Over time, your calm presence and reliable return teach them that separations are temporary and love remains constant.

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day to all who have served! Your strength, resilience, and commitment to our country inspire us every single day. If you’re a Veteran or currently serving, we appreciate you more than words can say.