Packard Health is grateful to announce that we have received a grant from The Harry A. & Margaret D. Towsley Foundation to support our Beyond Incarceration program, which helps people preparing for release from the Washtenaw County Jail connect with the resources they need to successfully return to the community.

Beyond Incarceration provides individualized support and care coordination, connecting participants with healthcare, behavioral health services, recovery resources, housing support, transportation assistance, and other essential services. The program is designed to help people navigate the challenges of reentry and build a stronger foundation for health, stability, and recovery.

The support of the Towsley Foundation will help Packard Health continue providing these critical services and expand opportunities for individuals leaving incarceration to access the care and support they need.

The transition from incarceration back into the community can be difficult, particularly for people facing barriers to healthcare, housing, transportation, and recovery services. Beyond Incarceration helps bridge those gaps through one-on-one support and connections to trusted community resources.

The program was recently featured by Concentrate Media’s On The Ground Ypsi and 89.1 WEMU, bringing attention to the importance of reentry support and the impact Beyond Incarceration is having in Washtenaw County.

We sincerely thank the Towsley Foundation for their investment in this work and their commitment to building healthier, more equitable communities. Their support will help ensure that people returning from incarceration have access to the resources, relationships, and opportunities they need to move forward and thrive.

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Packard Health is pleased to announce that we have received a grant from the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan to help Washtenaw County residents keep their Medicaid health coverage.

The funding will support our Medicaid redetermination and work requirement assistance program, which will help patients navigate upcoming changes to Medicaid renewals and reporting requirements. The goal is to make sure eligible individuals do not lose their health insurance because of paperwork challenges or other administrative barriers.

Personalized Support for Medicaid Renewals

About 5,000 of Packard Health’s 15,500 patients rely on Medicaid for their healthcare coverage. This grant will allow us to expand our patient support services by funding a dedicated enrollment specialist who can help patients understand Medicaid requirements, gather needed documents, complete applications, and report work activities when required.

The program will also provide reminders through phone calls, text messages, mailings, patient portal messages, and in-person visits. Patients will have access to one-on-one support and educational materials available in multiple languages.

Reaching Patients Most at Risk

Special attention will be given to patients who may face extra challenges, including those with limited English proficiency, disabilities, housing instability, limited internet access, caregiving responsibilities, or irregular work schedules.

Advancing Health Equity in Washtenaw County

Over the two-year grant period, Packard Health expects to assist about 400 Medicaid-enrolled patients at our Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti health centers. By helping patients maintain their coverage, we can ensure they continue to receive primary care, behavioral health services, addiction treatment, and other essential healthcare services.

We are grateful to the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan for its support and partnership in helping us advance health equity and improve access to care for our community.

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Packard Health is grateful to the Ann Arbor Thrift Shop for its generous support through two grants that will help us address critical community needs and expand access to care for the patients and families we serve.

The Emergency Grant will provide flexible funding to help patients overcome barriers that can prevent them from accessing healthcare services. These funds will support emergency needs such as transportation assistance to and from medical appointments, including bus cards and gas cards, and will allow us to provide necessary medical equipment to patients facing financial challenges. By helping meet these urgent needs, the grant will enable more patients to access and benefit from the healthcare services they need.

We are also honored to receive an Anne M. Hayes Memorial Fund Program Grant to support Healing Brothers United, Packard Health’s program focused on promoting mental health and wellness for Black men and boys. These funds will be used for Healing Brothers United’s school-based mentorship project which provides positive role modeling and meaningful connections, creating supportive spaces where participants can build resilience, develop leadership skills, and strengthen their overall well-being. This funding will help us continue and expand this important work in our community.

At Packard Health, we know that health is influenced by more than medical care alone. Transportation, access to essential resources, mentorship, and mental health support all play vital roles in helping individuals and families thrive. These grants from the Ann Arbor Thrift Shop will make a meaningful difference in the lives of many of our patients and program participants.

We extend our sincere thanks to the Ann Arbor Thrift Shop, its volunteers, donors, and supporters for their commitment to improving the health and well-being of our community. We are proud to partner with organizations that share our vision of creating a healthier, more equitable future for all.

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