Stockbridge Community Outreach
Outreach in Action: Diaper Bank works with Stockbridge Outreach to provide supplies for all ages
by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Outreach has a new, “undercover” partner: a diaper and adult disposable briefs bank. “I like to say it’s all about bottoms,” explained Sandy Andresen, volunteer at the Diaper Bank, located in the basement of the First Congregational Church of Chelsea, UCC. “We have diapers for children, adult disposable briefs, […]
Outreach Christmas in July: Your donation matched dollar-for-dollar
Information provided by Outreach supporter It is hard to believe we are almost through spring and on to a brilliant summer. At Stockbridge Community Outreach, we are neck-deep in preparing for our community’s needs in 2023-24 and raising money to support those needs. This year’s Christmas in July Matching Money event is more important than […]
Free Sparrow medical-clinic-on-wheels at Outreach in June and September for drop-in visits
by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall At last, summer is in the air. With it comes the welcome return of mobile health care to the Stockbridge area, offering no-charge services on a drop-in basis. Staffed by physicians and nurses and dedicated to providing care to those who lack access , the Sparrow Mobile Health Unit […]
Outreach in Action
Lori Hendrick is an Outreach staple who wears many hats by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall At first glance, the Stockbridge Library (CADL) seems to be in a very different business from Stockbridge Community Outreach, yet we have many things in common. We both serve the general public. We both offer services at no charge. […]
Outreach in Action
Got Milk? Clients of Stockbridge Community Outreach do! by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Thanks to funding from Ingham County, clients who shop the Stockbridge Community Outreach food pantry also get “milk bucks” coupons—each good for a gallon of milk. The coupons are redeemable at three area Mugg & Bopps stores and at Plane Food […]
Women of Note
Volunteering is a way of life for Cheryl Holloway by Tina Cole-Mullins Retired Stockbridge teacher and coach Cheryl Holloway spends much of her time giving selflessly to others. Her help extends to organizations such as Stockbridge Community Outreach and a women’s golf league at Hankerd Hills Golf Course at Pleasant Lake. She works with programs […]
Outreach in Action
Chelsea Hospital extends beyond brick and mortar to assist with community needs by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall It used to be, when we thought of Chelsea Hospital, we visualized the building, the emergency room, and the talented people—many from our school district—providing medical care. It was always a comforting thought. But recently, we’re realizing […]
Outreach in Action
Stockbridge area benefits from 5HF, SAWC, and Outreach collaboration by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Involved in everything from trails and trikes to Tide Me Over bags, snack banks, cooking classes, playground construction and more, the 5 Healthy Towns Foundation (5HF) has had a profound effect in our area. First incorporated as the Chelsea Area […]
Outreach in Action
Turn resolutions into reality with help from MSU Extension programs by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall New Year—new diet? New exercise regimen? Meet new people? Rein in your budget? Become a better parent? Michigan State University Extension programs can help with all these plans, along with their usual garden and farm assistance—and you don’t have […]
Stockbridge Outreach in Action
Capital Area Community Services (CACS) plays key role in Outreach support by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall While it sometimes feels like we are on our own—to sink or swim—many groups and government agencies dedicate their time, effort and resources to those who need a helping hand. Stockbridge Community Outreach plays a primary role helping […]