Make a donation. Make a difference.
Your support helps Packard Health provide care to our most vulnerable and under-served neighbors in Washtenaw County, like Sam*.
Struggling with addiction and mental health issues, Sam began selling heroin to support his habit and landed in prison. While in prison he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was referred to Packard Health after his release. Sam began seeing a therapist who listened without judgment. The therapist was determined to ensure he didn’t become a statistic.
Sam used heroin to dull the paranoia and stop the thoughts racing through his mind at a million miles an hour. What Sam really needed was mental health support and tools to develop healthy coping mechanisms. Through therapy and medication management, Sam began to find stability.
Sam’s journey is ongoing, and the need for continued support is critical. No one should have to face mental health challenges alone. With your help, we can ensure that Sam—and countless others in our community—will continue to receive the care and support needed to heal and thrive.
Your support is not just a gift; it’s a lifeline for those who are struggling. Please consider making a donation today.
Thank you for believing in hope, healing, and the power of community. Together, we can create a community that prioritizes mental and physical health, where everyone can lead a healthy life and pursue their dreams.
Questions? Please contact Jennifer Richard, Development Director, jennifer_richard@packardhealth.org.
You may also mail a check to Packard Health, attention Development Department, 5200 Venture Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108.
Packard Health is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible.
*Patient names have been changed to maintain privacy. Above images are stock photography.
Other ways to give -
Gift of Appreciated Assets - securities/stock/real estate/other property:
When stock prices rise, so do taxes owed on long-term capital gain at the point of sale. A gift of appreciated securities to a qualified charitable organization like Packard, can be an advantageous strategy.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution:
If you are 70 1/2 or older, you can make direct contributions of up to $100,000 per year from your IRA to Packard Health. Distributions can be counted toward your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), and may result in lower taxable income. Distribution is made directly from your IRA custodian to Packard. Ask Todd Montrief, our Controller, for more information about donating stock, making a direct RMD contribution, or other ways to support Packard - Todd_Montrief@packardhealth.org. Ask your financial advisor if you have questions specific to your financial situation.
Support us while you shop:
Did you know that you can support Packard Health while doing your regular shopping at Kroger? Select Packard Health as your charity and a percentage of your purchases will automatically be donated to Packard.*
Get started with Kroger Community Rewards
- Create a digital account and connect your Shopper's Card to your account.
- Link your Shopper's Card to Packard Health - search for and select Packard Health from the list.
- Packard Health earns money each time you shop in-person or online with your Shopper's Card!
It's as simple as that! Please share this with your friends and family and invite them to support Packard through Kroger Community Rewards as well. It's an easy way for anyone to support the work we're doing in our community!
Donations of Durable Medical Equipment (DME):
We are unable to accept donations of durable medical equipment at this time. Please not bring used medical equipment or furniture to any Packard Health location.
Real people. A real difference
DeMarco’s Story - Passionate and supportive care
"My care team is a REAL team." When I came to Packard Health I was feeling bad. Today, I'm so much better. I've learned to manage my medical conditions thanks to Dr. Nichols and Karen Koeppe, Packard's Certified Diabetes Educator. I take my blood pressure at home with the monitor I received. Karen taught me how to use it, and she helps me with my diet too. I feel like we're all working together to get me to a good place in my health. If I can help anyone with my story, it's a good thing!
Mental Health - Kathleen's journey
"If you’ve been a drug user, or homeless, or a mother who has lost her child, you know all about stigmas. I was all of these people, and I fight these stigmas." In 2006 my long journey to mental health brought me to Packard Health. We began to find the right regimen of meds, and I began to take my mask off and talk. I don’t know what I would do without Packard Health. All my services are here, my doctor, my psychiatrist, my therapist, my patient advocate. With my therapist, Amy Rendon, I make plans, set goals such as going to Alanon meetings, and work on managing my illness. My allies are here, people who understand and respect me, people who do not judge me. In my past I lost jobs. I dropped out of school. I was homeless for years and without a friend in the world. I was so ill. And I didn’t see my daughter for years at a time. Today I can’t say enough about how my life has changed. I am now over a year sober from substances, involved in the 12step community and have a sponsor. I look forward to reaching new goals everyday. I have my own place to live. Before, I had no friends, and I distrusted other women so much. Now I have beautiful friendships with women and they are like rocks to me. I’m taking a course at Home of New Vision to become a recovery coach, and I volunteer weekly as a peer support with women diagnosed with substance abuse and mental illness. So much has been given to me, I want to give back. In December I met my new grandson. I am getting back in my daughter’s life after so many years. She had me over for Easter and I was so happy, I didn’t want the day to end. To have friends and family, to be asked to volunteer, to be trusted to babysit and bounce a baby on my knee – it is wonderful.
Lisa's Story - Health care under one roof
"My life changed when I came to Packard Health." After suffering a Traumatic Brain Injury from a hiking accident, my life changed forever. While my service dog, Sammy, has made my life more independent, I still have to deal with multiple health issues making it difficult to find proper healthcare. Finding Packard Health was the best thing that has ever happened to me! It all started with meeting Katie, the patient advocate, who showed me what was available in the community, as well as through Packard Health. I do not drive so having most of my needs under one roof is a godsend! I now have transportation through A-Ride services, a great primary care physician who has connected me to the specialists I need, and access to mental and social services within Packard Health as well. Packard Health has helped me to be more independent from my disabilities. Thank you so much to all the staff for taking such good care of me and Sammy!
Dr. Ron Romero's Story - Compassionate caregiver
"I value every day I get to do this job, and value each patient who comes through the door." Getting a chance every day to connect with individuals and families, I have the special opportunity to hear an infinite range of life stories and histories. It is in these stories and lives lived that humanity is expressed and that true relationships form. My goal for each person I see is to try to help each one live the life they want to live. Sometimes that means being healthy enough to play on the floor with grandchildren or preparing to add a new baby to the family. At other times, it is losing weight to reduce cardiac risk or overcoming depression. I want my patients to be able to imagine a life where their health (both physical and emotional) is not a barrier to achieving their dreams.
Martha’s Story - Giving to Packard Health
“I know my donation makes a difference.” Packard Health has been serving our community since 1973 with the mission of making health care accessible to everyone. As a donor, I feel my contribution is supporting important work. As a volunteer, I know I'm lending a needed hand. Good communications is key - and I like the way Packard tells its story and keeps in touch.
