A subcommittee of the work group that created the Access to Affordable Health Care recommendations has begun production of a Mental Health Service Options Matrix. Meanwhile, the Caregiver Resource Network's Strategic Plan is its driving force for the next two years, directing members to complete the Caregiving recommendation adopted by the CCFL initiative.

News continues to spread about the tremendous leadership being shown in Kent County as a result of the Creating Community for a Lifetime initiative. A new website designed to showcase Michigan's Aging Initiatives and help position Michigan as a leader in preparing our communities for the future is featuring Grand Rapids along with four other communities. It is all part of the AARP Livable Communities project. Click on the icon to the right to visit the website. The CCFL initiative has also received positive press in numerous media outlets and a recent article in the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging newsletter.

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