Michigan Department of Health & Human Services

Exciting Opportunity to Join the Michigan Health IT Commission! The Health IT (HIT) Commission, housed within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), plays a crucial role in advancing the development and implementation of an interoperable healthcare information infrastructure across the state. Established in August 2006, the Commission has been at the forefront of leveraging health IT to drive healthcare transformation and improve patient outcomes. The Commission convenes quarterly public meetings and includes thirteen members representing hospitals, physicians, health plans, schools of medicine, and more. The Commission is currently seeking applicants for the pharmaceutical and non-profit organization representative seats. If you are passionate about health IT and its impact on healthcare delivery, we encourage you to apply! Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gQjHmcuM

Interested in working in Child Welfare?  We have openings and are holding a special interview process for our Detroit, MI location.  Apply at https://lnkd.in/gpVuAJRB or by using the QR code below.

Thank you to everyone who participated in Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Month! To stay updated with SDOH Strategy efforts, please subscribe to the SDOH Newsletter.  https://bit.ly/46Fb7UD Please continue to share how your organization recognizes SDOH by sharing your work using the hashtag: #MISDOHMonth2025

Are you connected to your local SDOH Hub? Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Hubs across Michigan are working to address community needs and drive health equity! Explore each hub’s priorities and see how you can connect your work to local efforts. Visit our website to learn more about how these hubs are tackling barriers to better health, from housing and food access to education and beyond. Learn more and find your local hub by visiting, Michigan.gov/SDOH. #MISDOHMonth2025

Did you know that having reliable transportation is a key factor in staying healthy? That's why the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME) are teaming up to make getting around easier for everyone. Initiatives like the Michigan Mobility Wallet Challenge, the $15 Million Equitable Mobility Challenge and the $8 Million Michigan Mobility Challenge are employing innovative ways to connect transportation systems and improve access to reliable transportation for all Michigan residents. This means more people can get where they need to go, whether it's to work, the doctor, or school. Projects include things like on-demand transit service, digital wallets for easy fare payment, transportation hubs and technology to make transportation more accessible for people with disabilities. Check out the projects helping to make this happen! Mobility Initiatives: #MISDOHMonth2025

SDOH Strategy Scavenger Hunt Learn about our statewide Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Strategy! Here’s how to participate: Register for the scavenger hunt at https://lnkd.in/gQVpHrit.   Explore the Michigan.gov/SDOH website.  Follow the clues and find the answers!  Everyone who successfully answers all the questions by the end of the day Friday, January 31 will have their name entered into a drawing to win SDOH Swag. Four Winners will be selected.  Let’s celebrate SDOH Month together by discovering more about the factors that shape healthier communities. #MISDOHMonth2025  

Health isn't just about doctor visits—it's influenced by where we live, what we eat, how we get around, and the policies shaping these areas. We integrate health into all policy decisions through Michigan's Phase III Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Strategy, focusing on key domains like housing, food access, and transportation. • Good Housing = Good Health Program: Stable housing leads to better health outcomes, reducing disparities in our communities. We've improved housing for over 8,200 households, helping nearly 2,740 families with stabilization services. • Food Delivery Program: Our 4-year pilot that addresses the barriers to accessing food by bridging transportation and food in Kent and Wayne counties so that residents have nutritious food delivered right to their doorsteps. To learn more about the SDOH Strategy, visit Michigan.gov/SDOH. #MISDOHMonth2025

Join us for an insightful webinar on January 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET as part of #MISDOHMonth2025! Learn about the Community Health Worker Integration to Improve Equity (CITIE) initiative, a groundbreaking effort to reduce health disparities. CITIE aims to train and integrate Community Health Workers (CHWs) in communities most affected by health inequities, supporting recommendations from the CHW Subcommittee. Discover how this collaborative initiative is laying the foundation for improved health equity through pilot projects launched in 2024. Register today: Join us for an insightful webinar on January 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET as part of #MISDOHMonth2025! Learn about the Community Health Worker Integration to Improve Equity (CITIE) initiative, a groundbreaking effort to reduce health disparities. CITIE aims to train and integrate Community Health Workers (CHWs) in communities most affected by health inequities, supporting recommendations from the CHW Subcommittee. Discover how this collaborative initiative is laying the foundation for improved health equity through pilot projects launched in 2024. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gxpFwMd3 #MISDOHMonth2025

The first step in addressing health disparities is gaining awareness of how these inequities were created. Historical factors like redlining, Jim Crow laws, and discriminatory practices in housing, healthcare, and education are systemic problems that have deeply impacted the health outcomes of racial minorities and other marginalized communities across Michigan. In addition, poor rural farmers have also faced long-standing barriers to health equity. Federal agricultural policies often favored large agribusinesses, while smaller, independent farmers—particularly those in Northern Michigan and other rural areas—struggled to access credit, subsidies, and other resources. These inequities have contributed to chronic stress, limited access to healthcare, and food insecurity among poor rural populations. The MDHHS Racial Health Equity Think Tank and Rural Health Equity Plan are committed to addressing these systemic barriers and creating pathways for lasting change. Click the link below to explore some resources that delve into these historical factors, providing critical context for the work ahead https://lnkd.in/gfdkbeGV